May 5

Bulletins for May 12, 19, 26

CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF May 5, 2002
Sixth Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Sixth Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 8:5-8, 14-17
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 3:15-18
Gospel - Gospel 14:15-21

NEXT SUNDAY: Seventh Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 1:12-14
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 4:13-1623
Gospel - John 17:1-11a

IN TODAY'S READINGS, Jesus sends the spirit to be with us always. As Catholics, we continue to be open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit as we live ethically and morally in the world. Are you Catholic? Let it show!

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Andrew Benbenek, Sophie Biernat, Laura Bingeman, Mary Jane Bland, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Nick Brunner, Shirley Carocci, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Alphonso Cumella, Shalet DiCapito, Mark DiNatalie, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Evan Lloyd Fingeret, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Catherine Freeman, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Phyllis Heinen, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Pat Kelly, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Dick McLeron, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Ryan Meegan, Marilyn Militello, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Jacob Charles O'Donnell, Stan Pearson, Nick Pierro, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Marcia Sickau, Elizabeth Sinmons, Donna Smith, Edward Solak, Antonietta Suriani, Allison Thomas, Mary Ann Villa, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Mary White, Pat Will, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
James Alberalla (uncle of Janet Jordan), Vincent Christoopher (cousin of Joanne Wright), Florence M. Reinhardt (wife of Richard Reinhardt); and Jacqueline Sperrazza (mother of Joseph Sperrazza);
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

RECRUITING NEW ALTAR SERVERS
Any boy or girl entering 5th Grade or higher, who wishes to become an Altar Server, please complete the form below and return it to the Rectory as soon as possible. Training will take place over the summer, beginning in July.

MOTHER' S DAY INTENTION ENVELOPES
The Mother's Day Novena is a wonderful way to remember our mothers - living and deceased. A 9-day Novena of masses begins on Mother's Day, May 12th and is completed on Mon., May 20th. Mother's Day Intention Cards & Intention Envelopes can be found in the back of Church.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT MEETING
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. Our next Support Group Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 15TH, 7:00 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. All are welcome to attend. For more information call Linda Maslona at 839-2363

BIBLE BUDDIES
Parents and their pre-school children are invited to the Bible Buddies Bible Story Time, on Wed., May 8th and Thurs., May 9th from 10:00-10:30 a.m. Parents stay with the children and participate in the craft. Meetings are held in the Chapel Meeting Room, and you can enter through the "little door" located under the archway between the Church and the School. Meetings are identical on both days, so you only need to attend one.

5th - 8th GRADE YOUTH GROUP
On Friday, May 10th, from 7-9 p.m., the 5th-8th Grade Youth Group presents the Annual Talent Show! Come & impress the crowd or just cheer the performers on! Sing, Dance, Amaze your friends! Join in the fun as we Karaoke; see a special performance by the High School Youth Group. Pop & Pizza will be served. Watch the bulletin for details for a summer picnic in June!

SPRING IS IN THE AIR - TIME FOR A TRIP!
On Tuesday, June 25th, travel to St. Catherine's, Ontario, Canada, for lunch at the Ramada and then to the beautiful, theatre-style Calvary Church to hear Canada's Three Tenors and guest soprano, Mary Panacci, for a "Tribute to the World's Greatest Tenors." The price for our June 25th trip is $58 (US) per person. Remember: Proof of Citizenship is required for our June trip to Canada. For details, call Celeste Kersten at 839-2146.

YOUTH COUNCIL
Any adults who would like to recommend a high school teen to the 2002-2003 Youth Council, send a note to the Rectory or call Mary Ann Peer at 835-4977 or Debbi Testa at 834-3586. Any teens wanting more information - read Youth News in today's bulletin.

2002 RIDE FOR ROSWELL
Join the CTK Team for this great event and help raise needed dollars by obtaining pledges that will be used for research and patient care at Roswell. Date: June 29th RAIN OR SHINE. Start/Finish Location: Baird Point at UB's North Campus. We are taking sign-up for the 9-mile route, which is perfect for families and infrequent bikers and starts at 10:00am. Also, we are looking for anyone wishing to participate in the 21-mile route, which starts at 9:00 am. Check-in is 45 minutes before start on all routes. Rest stops are located along all routes with rest rooms, snacks and beverages. Bike mechanics are available for emergencies. Registration fee is $10 per person if postmarked by May 1st and $20 if postmarked by June 15th. A $50 minimum pledge is required. If interested call Eric Voglmayr at 839-2761.

ASCENSION THURSDAY
Thursday, May 9th is Ascension Thursday, a holy day of obligation. Masses on Thursday are at 6:55, 8:45 a.m., 12:00 Noon and 5:30 p.m., with a Vigil Mass on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
This 9-day Novena, begins on Friday, May 10th, and concludes on Saturday, May 18th, the day before Pentecost. The Novena prayers will be recited after the 8:00 a.m. mass each day of the Novena, or they can be said at home. The Novena prayers are available at the Church doors.

WEAR RED ON THE FEAST OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
Red is the color for the Holy Spirit. We are asking everybody to wear red on the Feast of the Holy Spirit - Pentecost - May 18th & 19th. The sea of red on Pentecost should help us realize that the Spirit of God is alive and well.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
A sincere "Thank You" to the dedicated volunteers who taught in this year's Religious Education Program. Without them this program would not have been the success that it was for the children. Without them this program would not have been the success that it was for the children in the elementary, middle and high school levels. They are: Vicki Gladysz, Kathy Gramza, Mary Lou Balcerak, Nina Caffarelli, Gail Canna, Sheila Mitchell, Maureen Butwin, Mary Lyn Herzog, Terry Ray, Holly Tiftickjian, Karen Gugliuzza, Tania Kollmar, Pat Moore, Melissa Schaefer, Kathy Humphrey, Ruth Merrill, Joan Schierer, Deborah Aquilina, Mary Ann Coley, Rosemary Dziak, Kara Fahey, Shannon Goergen, Sheila Groeger, Martin Haumesser, Leslie Porto, Michael Barrett, Debbie Canna, Maureen & Bob Fahey, Kathy & Phil Gallson, Terry Johnson, Maureen Pratt, Linda & Wil Prout, Charles Rottner, Joan Schmitt, Anne Auqilina, Nancy Mule', Mary Ellen Sima, Roseanne Urbanski, Renee' Villa, and Mary Voglmayr.
Thank you also, to our substitute teachers: Father David and Marlene Cressman; and to our office helpers and bus aides: Kathleen Mattar, Lynn Paul, Laura Stachura, Mary DeRosa, Robin Paolini, and JoAnne Greco.
And finally, a special thank you to Msgr. Lichtenthal; our moderator, Father David; and Father Joe; who were there to spiritually guide and support us.

A VOCATION VIEW
If you love me you will hold to my words and my Father will love you and will come to you. Where does God come to you? If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
We are now accepting registrations for our Pre-School Program for 3 and 4 year olds that will begin in September, 2002. If interested, please contact the school at 839-0473, x301.
Ų Monday - School Closed for Teacher Conference Day;
Ų Thursday - Children will attend 8:45 a.m. Mass for Ascension Thursday;
Ų Thursday - 4th & 8th Grade students will take NYS Math Tests;
Ų Friday - A representative form the Girl Scouts will read to students in Grades K & 1.
Ų Friday is also Teacher Appreciation Day. The Parents Guild will honor the Teachers with a party in the evening.

IN MEMORY OF MSGR. GUGINO
Special Donation envelopes are available in the Rectory for anyone interested in making a donation to the Gugino Family Charitable Fund at Catholic Charities. This Fund was established by Msgr. Gugino to serve youth, ages 16 & under, who present special needs. Not only will your gifts help make these young lives stronger, it also honors the memory of Msgr. Gugino and his many years of leadership and service

YOUTH NEWS
For info on the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).

v Invitation to High School Teens - What does making new friends, planning events, doing service, and faith building have in common? That's what happens when you join the CTK Youth Council. The Youth Council is our planning board. These are the teens that make things happen at church like: the summer picnic, fall lock-in, rock climbing, coffee house nights, prayer path, beach night, teen stations, and this year's parish cooking contest to name a few. We are looking for new members who will be in Grade 9 in the fall, as well as older teens in high school. If interested drop us a note at the Rectory, or call Mrs. Peer or Mrs. Testa (numbers listed above.)

v C.R.O.S.S. Prayer Meeting - Join us for Scripture discussion on May 13th at 7:30 in the Upper Church. Please bring your bible and a friend, and come to learn how the message of the scriptures are relevant to your life today. (Cross Prayer Meetings will meet the 2nd Monday & 4th Sunday of each month.) All are invited.

v Auditions for Parable Players - Parable Players is a group of young Catholics who perform at area churches during the summer. The group directed by Fr. Ted Jost, features high-energy, humorous skits with a message, as well as music and teen witnesses. Last Audition date: Monday, May 6th 2-4 pm at St. Joe's Collegiate Inst., Kenmore. For more info call Fr. Ted at 828-9423.

v Buffalo Destroyers Arena Football Games - The Diocesan Youth Dept has discount tickets for the following games: Sat. May 18th at 7 m, Sat. June 8th at 7 pm, Fri., July 12 at 7:30 pm at HSBC Arena. Tickets are $12 at the 100/200 level & $6 at the 300 level.

v Catholic Teen Erie County Day - May 23rd from 8 am-3:330 pm; $12 - Take advantage of this hands-on learning experience to learn more about our County Government.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Parish Choir - We invite singers in ALL VOICE PARTS to join us at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings to sing during the Easter Season.
Cantors Ministry invites interested singers to contact Christina for details about upcoming training workshops. Teens and adults are encouraged to learn more about this opportunity.
Youth Choir- Children in grades 2-6 are invited to rehearsals on Fridays at 2:30 p.m. in the Music Room. The Youth Choir will sing for the last time at the 9:30 liturgy on Sunday, May 12th. Don't miss it!
Teen Ensemble - Singers and instrumentalists interested in performing with their peers, please see Christina for rehearsal Schedule.
The Music Room is located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430, ext. 212.

AREA EVENTS
Ų Natural Family Planning Intro Sessions offered at Mercy Diagnostic & Treatment Center
on May 9th at 7 pm (809-PLAN), or on May 18 at 10:30 am at Sisters Hospital (862-1944).

Ų Healing Mss to be held on May 21 at Annunciation Church (7580 Clinton St, Elma) at 7
pm. Fr. Richard DiGiulio will be celebrant, with music by St. Luke's "Voices of Mercy"

Ų Catholic Biblical Studies Program - Bible Study for adults in our area. For more info,
call 674-6772 or 871-9180.

Ų QUEST for all adults, single, married or divorced is holding a Mass & Social at Our Lady of
Sacred Heart (8428 Health Rd., Colden) on May 11 at 8 pm.

Ų St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp - This camp is open to boys & girls, ages 8-13 & is
located on the shores of Lake Erie, near Bennett Beach in Angola. An Open House will be held on June 2nd & 16th from Noon-5 p.m. The fee is $95 per week, and there are 5 weekly sessions, beginning July 14th. For more information, call 882-3360.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MAY 4 - Vigil Masses for Sixth Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Neil and Irene Cain - The Schaefer Family
Upper 7:00 Michael Seerieter - Family

SUN., MAY 5 - Sixth Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. The Josephine Andritz Family - Marie Leamy
Lower 9:30 Leo and Agnes Lubinski - Rosemary and Maggie
Lower 11:00 John Propis, Sr. - Angela and Joseph Coppola
Upper 12:15 p.m. MONTH'S MIND - Rev. Msgr. Henry J. Gugino - The Parish Family
of Christ the King

MON., May 6 - Easter Weekday - 6th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Sylvia Katz - LeGare Family
8:00 Veronica Dubner - Catherine Barone
5:30 p.m. Charles Schohn - Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after 5:30 p.m. Mass

TUES., May 7 - Easter Weekday - 6th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Sebastian Carnevale - Lucille Sielski
8:00 Cajeta Ciola - Mary Louise Kelly

WED., MAY 8 - Easter Weekday - 6th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Lorenzo Guidi - Family
8:00 William Wardrop - James McGeever
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass
Vigil Mass
5:30 p.m. Mary Schweitzer - Family

THURS., MAY 9 - Ascension of the Lord - Holy Day of Obligation
6:55 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James Lichtenthal
8:45 Anthony Oddi - wife, Frances Oddi
12:00 Noon Mary Condon - Mary Mancini
5:30 p.m. Edward Drobits - Mr. & Mrs. Paul Schweitzer & Family

FRI., MAY 10 - Blessed Damien of Molokai
6:55 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
8:00 Casimir Zadner - Mr. & Mrs. Robert Oaks

SAT., MAY 11 - Easter Weekday, 6th Week of Easter
8:00 a.m. Frank J. Kelly - Dorothy Georger
Lower 4:30 p.m. Edward Nightengale - Wife Maryann & sons Mike and John Paul
Upper 7:00 Bernice Shuler - Family

SUN., MAY 12 - Seventh Sunday of Easter
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 Laura Claps - Lu and Jack
Lower 11:00 Walter Sullivan - Jane
Upper 12:15 p.m. Louise Ferrino - Mary Ann Talarico

THE MAY APEAL
Target Date Weekend - May 18th & 19th
Last year, due to your generous contributions, we were able to complete extensive renovations to the convent, rectory office and to the school (including the school kitchen). This year we need to turn our focus to the exterior of the campus. A few of the items from our project list include repairing our roof, gutters, and other parts of the facility, which were damaged during our storms of this past winter, a fact of life that many of you are familiar with. We also will be addressing landscaping, sidewalks and pavement.
Letters to all parishioners will be sent our this week, and the target date weekend for pledges and returns is May 18th & 19th. We would appreciate a minimum contribution of $100 this year, but any contribution within your means will be graciously accepted. Your continual cooperation and generous response to the needs of the parish helps us realize our hopes and plans to improve our Parish community. We thank God for the many blessings He has bestowed on us, and we ask for your generous and positive response to this appeal.

PARISH COUNCIL NOMINIATIONS
ARE YOU A LEADER WITH TEAM SPIRIT WHO LIKE TO TAKE ON PROJECTS
AND/OR ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE THE LIFE OF OUR PARISH?
IF SO, THEN THE PARISH COUNCIL MAY BE JUST THE PLACE FOR YOU!
The Parish Council meets on the first Monday of every month from September through June, acts as an advisory group, and performs 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 3rd at 7:30 pm when both current and new members of the Parish Council meet.
On Pentecost Sunday, May 19th, new members of the Parish Council will be chosen to serve a term of not more than 3-years. The selection process will include placing all nominees' names in a basket, and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the names will be drawn from the basket.
Nominations may be taken by any current Council Member, or by completing the application form and returning it to the Rectory or in the collection basket on or before Monday, May 13th. Applicants must be a least 16-years of age, and all nominations are subject to approval by Msgr. Lichtenthal

Please complete and return by Monday, May 13th

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________

Telephone:
(Home) _______________________ (Work) ________________________

Signature: __________________________________________________________

I would be able to attend the meeting on Monday, June 3rd at 7:30 pm: __Yes __No

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF May 12, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
Seventh Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Seventh Sunday of Easter
1st Reading - Acts 1:12-14
2nd Reading - 1 Peter 4:13-1623
Gospel - John 17:1-11a

NEXT SUNDAY: Pentecost
1st Reading - Acts 2:1-11
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13
Gospel - John 20:19-23

IN TODAY'S READINGS,
In today's Gospel Jesus prays for those who believe in Him as the Son of God. As Catholics, we pray daily with an ever-growing awareness of God's role in our lives and a deepening relationship with Him. Are you Catholic? Let it show!

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Andrew Benbenek, Sophie Biernat, Laura Bingeman, Mary Jane Bland, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Nick Brunner, Shirley Carocci, Roger Cleary, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Alphonso Cumella, Shalet DiCapito, Mark DiNatalie, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Evan Lloyd Fingeret, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Catherine Freeman, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Phyllis Heinen, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Pat Kelly, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Dick McLeron, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Ryan Meegan, Marilyn Militello, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Jacob Charles O'Donnell, Stan Pearson, Nick Pierro, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Marcia Sickau, Elizabeth Sinmons, Donna Smith, Edward Solak, Antonietta Suriani, Allison Thomas, Mary Ann Villa, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Mary White, Pat Will, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Roger Cleary (husband of Susan);Jerry Meyers; Robert Saltarelli (father of Susan Ferdinand); and Martha Wunsch (sister-in-law of Martha Johns);
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

PETITIONS FOR 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.

CONGRATULATIONS
…to Amanda (Shaw) and John Rogers IV 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
Patrick Mark Dempsey, son of Eileen (Macauley) & John Dempsey; and Peter Herbert Falvey, son of Wendy (Paolini) & Jeffrey Falvey; who were baptized last Sunday in our Church.

CHURCH IN LATIN AMERICA
The second collection today will be for the annual collection for the Church in Latin America. For 35 years, this collection has assisted in building up the Church in Central & South America & the Caribbean. In the past, 349 projects in 21 countries were funded. Please be generous.

THE MAY APEAL
Target Date - Next Weekend - May 18th & 19th
Last year, due to your generous contributions, we were able to complete extensive renovations to the convent, rectory office and to the school (including the school kitchen). This year we need to turn our focus to the exterior of the campus. A few of the items from our project list include repairing our roof, gutters, and other parts of the facility, which were damaged during our storms of this past winter, a fact of life that many of you are familiar with. We also will be addressing landscaping, sidewalks and pavement.
Letters to all parishioners will be sent our this week, and the target date weekend for pledges and returns is May 18th & 19th. We would appreciate a minimum contribution of $100 this year, but any contribution within your means will be graciously accepted. Your continual cooperation and generous response to the needs of the parish helps us realize our hopes and plans to improve our Parish community. We thank God for the many blessings He has bestowed on us, and we ask for your generous and positive response to this appeal.

ANNUAL DAY OF REFLECTION
Join us on Wednesday, May 15th for the Bishop's Committee Visitors' annual retreat day from 9:45 am - 2:00 pm in our Chapel Meeting Room. Rev. Msgr. Lorenzetti will be our speaker and mass celebrant in the Lower Church in the morning. The Rosary and Stations will be recited in the afternoon. Please bring a "brown bag" lunch. Coffee, tea and cookies will be available. All parishioners & friends are invited and welcome to attend for an uplifting and spiritual day. No reservations are necessary.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT MEETING
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. Our next Support Group Meeting will be held on Wed., May 15TH, 7:00 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. All are welcome to attend. For more information call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

RCIA
On Pentecost Sunday, May 19th, at the 8:00 am Mass, our Neophytes (those who have been received in the Church or completed the Sacraments of Initiation), will be commissioned to continue their commitment to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, spread the Word of God and live the way Jesus did. Everyone is invited to join the RCIA at this mass, to support these individuals and their families. A reception will follow in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. Be sure to check out the bulletin board in the back of Church for pictures of our past and present participants.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration Letters will be mailed on Friday, May 17th. All Families MUST be registered in the program by June 17th.

YOUTH COUNCIL NOMINATIONS
Any adults who would like to recommend a high school teen to the 2002-2003 Youth Council, send a note to the Rectory or call Mary Ann Peer at 835-4977 or Debbi Testa at 834-3586. Any teens wanting more information - read Youth News in today's bulletin

A VOCATION VIEW
Realizing that all we have comes to us from the Father of Jesus - this is the first step in the journey through death to resurrection. Dare to walk the walk. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
We are now accepting registrations for our Pre-School Program for 3 and 4 year olds that will begin in September, 2002. If interested, please contact the school at 839-0473, x301.
Ų On Tuesday, A representative from the Flynn & O'Hara Uniform Company will be here to measure for uniforms for next year.
Ų On Thursday evening, Mr. Peter Liberti, our 8th Grade teacher, will be honored at the "WBEN/Dunlop Educator of the Year" Dinner. Peter was selected as the "Educator of the Week" and joins 12 other educators for a chance to be selected as "Educator of the Year." Congratulations Peter!!
Ų Friday, will be the day of the 8th Grade Retreat. Please keep these students in your prayers.

CTK ORGANIZATION OF THE WEEK
CTK SCHOOL PARENTS' GUILD
Christ the King School Parents' Guild is Christ the King's home-school organization. membership is made up of school parents, teachers and school administrators. The Parent's Guild Board consists of 14 elected members. meetings are held once a month to discuss pertinent school-related issues as well as coordinate guild-sponsored events that take place throughout the school year. The Parents' Guild sponsors the Annual Sweepstakes, which is the largest fund raising event of the year. It also sponsors a Holiday Wrapping Paper Sale and Easter Candy Sale, which are offered as a convenience to our school families.
Promoting school spirit and community among the families and teachers of Christ the King School takes place through other guild sponsored functions such as Catholic Schools week, a roller skating party, treat of the month, Teacher Appreciation Party and Family Fun Day. The success of all of these events is due to the tireless contributions of parents, teachers and administrators who play a large role in making Christ the King School the wonderful school that it is.

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

v CTK Teams - 2nd Place Diocesan Soccer Tournament Winners - Congratulations to our teams who represented our parish well, by displaying excellent Christian sportsmanship, team spirit, and a fun attitude. We thank the following players: Lizzie Aquilina, Jonathan Bankowski, Becky Justinger, John Kaczorowski, Amy Panczakiewicz, Tripp Pietrak, Tony Scott, Mike Sima, Jen Testa, Lorraine Villa, Allison Urbanski, Katie Weissman. Thanks also to our senior Advisors Matt Testa who was joined later by Eric Voglmayr who coached our team to their 2nd place victory.

v Invitation to High School Teens - What does making new friends, planning events, doing service, and faith building have in common? That's what happens when you join the CTK Youth Council. The Youth Council is our planning board. These are the teens that make things happen at church like: the summer picnic, fall lock-in, rock climbing, coffee house nights, prayer path, beach night, teen stations, and this year's parish cooking contest to name a few. We are looking for new members who will be in Grade 9 in the fall, as well as older teens in high school. If interested drop us a note at the Rectory, or call Mrs. Peer or Mrs. Testa (numbers listed above.)

v C.R.O.S.S. Prayer Meeting - Join us for Scripture discussion on May 13th at 7:30 in the Upper Church. Please bring your bible and a friend, and come to learn how the message of the scriptures are relevant to your life today. (Cross Prayer Meetings will meet the 2nd Monday & 4th Sunday of each month.) All are invited.

v Buffalo Destroyers Arena Football Games - The Diocesan Youth Dept has discount tickets for the following games: Sat. May 18th at 7 m, Sat. June 8th at 7 pm, Fri., July 12 at 7:30 pm at HSBC Arena. Tickets are $12 at the 100/200 level & $6 at the 300 level.

2002 RIDE FOR ROSWELL
Join the CTK Team for this great event and help raise needed dollars by obtaining pledges that will be used for research and patient care at Roswell. Date: June 29th RAIN OR SHINE. Start/Finish Location: Baird Point at UB's North Campus. We are taking sign-up for the 9-mile route, which is perfect for families and infrequent bikers and starts at 10:00am. Also, we are looking for anyone wishing to participate in the 21-mile route, which starts at 9:00 am. Check-in is 45 minutes before start on all routes. Rest stops are located along all routes with rest rooms, snacks and beverages. Bike mechanics are available for emergencies. Registration $20 each. A $50 minimum pledge is required. If interested call Eric Voglmayr at 839-2761.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for bringing my family back together;
2) Thank you for a healthy pregnancy.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1-HOUR EACH WEEK WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Fr. Bernard Vaughan, SJ, in one of his retreats, told of the advice once given to him by his doctor when he was feeling tired and rundown: 'Sit in the sun. Wrap yourself up well, and just sit in the sun. Nothing will do you more good.' He applied this to the spiritual life by saying, 'I ask you to spend much time basking in the sunshine of the Blessed Sacrament .. this is a great cure. Rest in the Blessed Sacrament and you will be enriched with His blessings.' Spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament at least once a week.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Parish Choir - We invite singers in ALL VOICE PARTS to join us at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evenings to sing during the Easter Season.
Cantor's Ministry invites interested singers to contact Christina for details about upcoming training workshops. Teens and adults are encouraged to learn more about this opportunity.
Youth Choir- Children in grades 2-6 are invited to rehearsals on Fridays at 2:30 p.m. in the Music Room. The Youth Choir will sing for the last time at the 9:30 liturgy on Sunday, May 12th. Don't miss it!
Teen Ensemble - Singers and instrumentalists interested in performing with their peers, please see Christina for rehearsal Schedule.
The Music Room is located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430, ext. 212.

PIPE ORGAN PORTRAITS
Mixture is the general name that refers to two or more ranks that sound together. This creates a more brilliant and permeated tone color. All mixture build up ensemble or solo tone into higher reaches of the harmonic series. This luminates the inner pitches of chords so that harmony is apparent in the sound. Up to about 1600 organs were composed mostly of mixture ranks which multiplied upward in pitch form the principal-like tones. Next Time: More about mixtures.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
When people are down or feeling sick, laughter works wonders, but love can cure. Catholic Charities is busy training staff to stock up on lovable approaches to some of life's toughest problems. From the way we work to the good deeds we are called to perform, Catholic Charities asks for your loving support. For more information, contact us at 856-4494.

AREA EVENTS
Ų Natural Family Planning Intro Sessions offered at Mercy Diagnostic & Treatment Center
on May 9th at 7 pm (809-PLAN), or on May 18 at 10:30 am at Sisters Hospital (862-1944).

Ų St. Christopher's School - 1st Annual Alumni Social - May 18, from 6-8 pm in the Parish
Center following a special alumni Mass at 5 pm. More info? call 693-5604 x329 or contact www.friendsofsaintchirs@yahoo.com .

Ų 15th Annual Horse Pull - St Mary's Church, Arcade NY, with Chicken BBQ at 1:15 (6785
East Arcade Rd). Rain or Shine!

Ų Healing Mss to be held on May 21 at Annunciation Church (7580 Clinton St, Elma) at 7
pm. Fr. Richard DiGiulio will be celebrant, with music by St. Luke's "Voices of Mercy"

Ų Marriage Encounter Weekend - 44 hours with no distractions, just you and your spouse
to focus on each other and grow in your relationship. May 17-19 or June 14-16 at Notre Dame Retreat House overlooking Canandaigua Lake. For info or to register call 585-872-3180 or 607-776-4870 or contact www.wwme-wny.org

Ų Catholic Biblical Studies Program - Bible Study for adults in our area. For more info,
call 674-6772 or 871-9180.

Ų Pilgrimage to Medjugorje - Sept 18-27 with Msgr. Richard Nugent - $1,299 all inclusive.
For info call 627-3394.

Ų St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp - This camp is open to boys & girls, ages 8-13 & is
located on the shores of Lake Erie, near Bennett Beach in Angola. An Open House will be held on June 2nd & 16th from Noon-5 p.m. The fee is $95 per week, and there are 5 weekly sessions, beginning July 14th. For more information, call 882-3360.

A DAY OF PRAYER FOR OUR PRIEST
The priests in the Diocese will be meeting for a day of prayer on Wednesday, May 22nd. St. Gregory the Great Church has set up a day of prayer for anyone interested in praying for the priests of our Diocese on that day. Please feel free to stop in.
12:00 Noon - Mass
12:30 pm - Procession of Blessed Sacrament from chapel into the church
12:45 pm - Rosary - Joyful Mysteries, for our present crisis in the priesthood
1:00 pm - Silent Prayer
2:00 pm - Silent Prayer with taped music
3:00 pm - Chaplet of Divine Mercy
4:00 pm - Sorrowful Mysteries - for holy vocations
5:00-7:00 pm - silent prayer
7:00 pm - Rosary - Glorious Mysteries - for our sick and diseased priests
8:00 pm - silent prayer
9:00 pm - Benediction and procession of the Blessed Sacrament back to the chapel

PARISH COUNCIL NOMINIATIONS
(Nominations Needed By Monday, May 19th)
ARE YOU A LEADER WITH TEAM SPIRIT WHO LIKE TO TAKE ON PROJECTS
AND/OR ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE THE LIFE OF OUR PARISH?
IF SO, THEN THE PARISH COUNCIL MAY BE JUST THE PLACE FOR YOU!
The Parish Council meets on the first Monday of every month from September through June, acts as an advisory group, and performs 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 3rd at 7:30 pm when both current and new members of the Parish Council meet.
On Pentecost Sunday, May 19th, new members of the Parish Council will be chosen to serve a term of not more than 3-years. The selection process will include placing all nominees' names in a basket, and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the names will be drawn from the basket.
Nominations may be taken by any current Council Member, or by completing the application form and returning it to the Rectory or in the collection basket on or before this Monday, May 13th. Applicants must be a least 16-years of age, and all nominations are subject to approval by Msgr. Lichtenthal

Please complete and return by Monday, May 13th

Name: _____________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________

Telephone:
(Home) _______________________ (Work) ________________________

Signature: __________________________________________________________

I would be able to attend the meeting on Monday, June 3rd at 7:30 pm: __Yes __No

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

Blessed is the Mother…Who Lifts the Hearts of Her Family through Her Understanding
and Caring Ways
Blessed is the Mother Who shares Her Wisdom, and Guides her Children to God.

MOM / MOTHER / MOMMY / MA …
The most creative job in the world involves taste, fashion, decorating, recreation, education, transportation, psychology, romance, cuisine, design, literature, medicine, handicraft, art, horticulture, economics, government, community relations, pediatric, geriatric, entertainment, maintenance, purchasing, direct mail, law, accounting, religion, energy and management. Anyone who can handle these has to be somebody special!

MOTHER' S DAY INTENTION ENVELOPES
The Mother's Day Novena is a wonderful way to remember our mothers - living and deceased. A 9-day Novena of masses begins on Sunday, May 12th and is completed on Monday, May 20th. Mother's Day Intention Cards & Intention Envelopes can be found in the back of Church.

YES, I WANT TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER
Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ______________________________________________________________
School: _____________________________________________________________________
Grade in September: _______________
Mass Time I Would Like to Serve:
1st Choice _____________ 2nd Choice _______________ 3rd Choice __________________
Parent's Signature of Permission: ________________________________________________

HELP US CELEBRATE
On Thursday, May 30th, Msgr. Francis Sorci, pastor emeritus, will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary of Ordination. There will be a special mass celebrated on Sunday, June 2nd at 12:15. It will be followed by a reception in the Church Library. Please stop in and give Msgr. Sorci your best wishes.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., MAY 11 - Vigil Masses for Seventh Sunday of Easter
Lower 4:30 p.m. Edward Nightengale - Wife Maryann & sons Mike and John Paul
Upper 7:00 Bernice Shuler - Family

MON., May 13 - Easter Weekday - 7th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Catherine Clifford - Mr. & Mrs. Dan Torrell
8:00 Edward Drobits - The Urbanski Family
5:30 p.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after 5:30 p.m. Mass

TUES., May 14 - Matthias, apostle
6:55 a.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
8:00 David Colling - Betty Lou Reilly

WED., MAY 15 - Isidore the Farmer
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Margaret Leising - Family
8:00 Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., MAY 16 - Easter Weekday, 7th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
8:00 Marion Toner - Family

FRI., MAY 17 - Easter Weekday - 7th Week of Easter
6:55 a.m. John and Esther Horan - The Horan Family
8:00 Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions

SAT., MAY 18 - Easter Weekday, 7th Week of Easter
8:00 a.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Walter Urban - Family
Upper 7:00 ANNIV. August Geraci - Wife and Children

SUN., MAY 19 - Pentecost
Upper 8:00 a.m. Melvin Mergenhagen - Family
Lower 9:30 Joan Saulter - Sister, Loretta Dominick
Lower 11:00 Stephen and Martha Juhasz - Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Juhasz
Upper 12:15 p.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF May 19, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

Pentecost Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Pentecost
1st Reading - Acts 2:1-11
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13
Gospel - John 20:19-23

NEXT SUNDAY: Trinity Sunday
1st Reading - Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9
2nd Reading - 2 Corinthians 113:11-13
Gospel - John 3:16-18

YES, I AM CATHOLIC
Today, we celebrate the great beginning of the Church through the gift of the Holy Spirit. As Catholics, we invite others to love Jesus Christ and his Church. Are you Catholic? Let it show!

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Andrew Benbenek, Sophie Biernat, Laura Bingeman, Mary Jane Bland, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Nick Brunner, Shirley Carocci, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Shalet DiCapito, Mark DiNatalie, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Evan Lloyd Fingeret, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Catherine Freeman, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Phyllis Heinen, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Pat Kelly, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Dick McLeron, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Ryan Meegan, Marilyn Militello, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Jacob Charles O'Donnell, Stan Pearson, Nick Pierro, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Marcia Sickau, Elizabeth Sinmons, Donna Smith, Edward Solak, Antonietta Suriani, Allison Thomas, Mary Ann Villa, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Mary White, Pat Will, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Alphonso Cumella (father of James Cumella); and Rev. George Stephan (Diocesan Priest, Pastor of St. John the Baptist & St. Francis Xavier parishes);
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

WEDDING BANNS
1ST - Christopher Ritter and Vivian Lindfield

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
William Patrick Pratt, son of Maureen (Bartels) & Michael Pratt who was baptized last Sunday in our Church.

THE FEAST OF PENTECOST

"When the day of Pentecost arrived, all the believers were gathered together in one place. Suddenly, there was a noise from the sky, which sounded like a strong wind blowing, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. Then they saw what looked like tongues of fire spreading out, and each person there was touched by a tongue. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to talk in other languages as the Spirit enabled them to speak." (Acts 2:1-4)

THE MAY APEAL
TARGET WEEKEND - MAY 18th & 19th
Today is the Target Weekend of the 2002 May Appeal Campaign. We appreciate your support - both past and present - that helps make this Appeal a yearly success. We are asking for a minimum contribution of $100 this year, but any contribution within your means, more or less, will be graciously accepted.
Last year, due to your generous contributions, we were able to complete extensive renovations to the convent, rectory office and to the school (including the school kitchen). This year we need to turn our focus to the exterior of the campus. A few of the items from our project list include repairing our roof, gutters, and other parts of the facility, which were damaged during our storms of this past winter, a fact of life that many of you are familiar with. We also will be addressing landscaping, sidewalks and pavement.
Your continual cooperation and generous response to the needs of the parish helps us realize our hopes and plans to improve our Parish community. We thank God for the many blessings He has bestowed on us, and we ask for your generous and positive response to this appeal.

HELP US CELEBRATE
MSGR. SORCI'S ANNIVERSARY!
On Thursday, May 30th, Msgr. Francis Sorci, pastor emeritus, will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary of Ordination. There will be a special mass celebrated on Sunday, June 2nd at 12:15. It will be followed by a reception in the Church Library. Please stop in and give Msgr. Sorci your best wishes.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration Letters were mailed this past week to families who HAVE A CHILD WHO:
Ø Is in the Grade 1 - 8 program this year and is returning to the Program next year;
Ø Is entering Grade 1 or are New to the Parish;
Ø Is attending Catholic, private or public High School, will be in Grade 9 in the fall & would like to receive Sacrament of Confirmation.
If you did not receive this mailing, contact the Religious Ed Office immediately at 839-0946 ext. 306,

CTK SCHOOL
We are now accepting registrations for our Pre-School Program for 3 and 4 year olds that will begin in September, 2002. If interested, please contact the school at 839-0473, x301.
Ų Monday - Diocesan Track Meet (Raindate - Thursday, May 23rd)
Ų Tuesday & Wednesday - Scholastic Book Fair on the CTK Stage
Ų Wednesday - Creative Writing and Art Show, from 6:30-7:30 pm
Ų Friday - No School

RCIA
Be sure to check out the bulletin board in the back of Church for pictures of our past and present participants

THE OUTREACH PROGRAM
"There are many different gifts, but it is always the same spirit; there are many different ways of serving, but it is always the same Lord. There are many different forms of activity, but in everybody it is the same God who is at work in them all." (1Cor., 12:4-6)
Can you share some of your gifts with others and commit 2 hours a week? We are currently reaching out to approximately 37 parishioners through our Ministry to the sick program, either by visiting or bringing Communion. If you would like to become a member of our Outreach Program, please contact Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT MEETING
The last Support Group Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. All are welcome to attend. For more information, call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

MEDJUGORJE PRAYER GROUP
The next meeting of the Medjugorje Prayer Group will be held on Tuesday, May 21st at 9:30 am at 513 Roycroft Blvd. Please call 833-6824. All are welcome.

CAMP TURNER - STAFF NEEDED
Camp Turner is need of staff members for the 2002 summer season. Camp Turner, located in Allegheny State Park is a resident camp for boys and girls, ages 8 - 15 years and is sponsored by the Youth Department of the Diocese of Buffalo. Anyone, 17 years of age or older, who is willing to share their time, talents, and energy with campers and counselors are encouraged to apply for a staff position. If interested contact Paul Long of the Diocesan Youth Dept at 847-8789. For more information about Camp Turner visit www.campturner.com

SPRING IS IN THE AIR - TIME FOR A TRIP!
On Tuesday, June 25th, travel to St. Catherine's, Ontario, Canada, for lunch at the Ramada and then to the beautiful, theatre-style Calvary Church to hear Canada's Three Tenors and guest soprano, Mary Panacci, for a "Tribute to the World's Greatest Tenors." The price for our June 25th trip is $58 (US) per person. Remember: Proof of Citizenship is required for our June trip to Canada. For details, call Celeste Kersten at 839-2146.

2002 RIDE FOR ROSWELL
Join the CTK Team for this great event and help raise needed dollars by obtaining pledges that will be used for research and patient care at Roswell. Date: June 29th RAIN OR SHINE. Start/Finish Location: Baird Point at UB's North Campus. We are taking sign-up for the 9-mile route, which is perfect for families and infrequent bikers and starts at 10:00am. Also, we are looking for anyone wishing to participate in the 21-mile route, which starts at 9:00 am. Check-in is 45 minutes before start on all routes. Rest stops are located along all routes with rest rooms, snacks and beverages. Bike mechanics are available for emergencies. Registration $20 each. A $50 minimum pledge is required. Registration forms and pledge sheets will be in the back of Church. If interested call Eric Voglmayr at 839-2761.

A DAY OF PRAYER FOR OUR PRIESTS - This week, diocesan & religious order priests will be gathering at CTK Seminary for the 5th Annual Convocation of Priests. On Wed., May 22nd, all the Priests will be meeting for a day of prayer. Please keep our priests in your prayers this week. On Wednesday, St. Gregory the Great Church has set up a day of prayer for anyone interested in praying for the priests of our Diocese on that day. Please feel free to stop in: 12:00 Noon - Mass; 12:30 pm - Procession of Blessed Sacrament from chapel into the church; 12:45 pm - Rosary - Joyful Mysteries, for our present crisis in the priesthood; 1:00 pm - Silent Prayer; 2:00 pm - Silent Prayer with taped music; 3:00 pm - Chaplet of Divine Mercy; 4:00 pm - Sorrowful Mysteries - for holy vocations; 5:00-7:00 pm - silent prayer; 7:00 pm - Rosary - Glorious Mysteries - for our sick and diseased priests; 8:00 pm - silent prayer; 9:00 pm - Benediction and procession of the Blessed Sacrament back to the chapel.

AREA EVENTS
Ų Healing Mss to be held on May 21 at Annunciation Church (7580 Clinton St, Elma) at 7
pm. Fr. Richard DiGiulio will be celebrant, with music by St. Luke's "Voices of Mercy"

Ų St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp is open to boys & girls, ages 8-13 & is located on the
shores of Lake Erie, near Bennett Beach in Angola. An Open House will be held on June 2nd & 16th from Noon-5 p.m. The fee is $95 per week, & there are 5 weekly sessions, beginning July 14th. For more info, call 882-3360.

Ų Healing Mass for anyone who has experienced the loss of a child through abortion,
miscarriage or still birth will be offered on June 3rd at 7 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi, on North Ogden between Ludington & Lovejoy in Buffalo.

Ų Marriage Encounter Weekend - 44 hours with no distractions, just you and your spouse
to focus on each other & grow in your relationship. June 14-16 at Notre Dame Retreat House overlooking Canandaigua Lake. For info or to register call 585-872-3180 or 607-776-4870 or contact www.wwme-wny.org

Ų Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County asks you to share your love of gardening and
experience, with the children of the TJ Dulski Center. If kids & teaching don't interest you, they also need volunteers to help with general garden work. Call Theresa at 852-1305.

Ų Programs available thru Cath. Health System: Alternative Medicine - May 23 at St.
Joseph's Hospital; Baby Sitting Course - June 8, 2 pm at Ascension Lutheran Church; Arthritis Self-Help Program - June 12, 19 & 26, 6 pm at Marian Professional Center; Free Blood Pressure Screenings - call for locations. Register by calling 447-6205.

Ų Amherst Meals On Wheels delivers meals to the homebound Amherst Resident. If
interested in receiving Meals on Wheels or volunteering, please call 636-3065.

Ų Catholic Biblical Studies Program - Bible Study for adults in our area. For more info,
call 674-6772 or 871-9180.

A VOCATION VIEW
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and enkindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your spirit, and we shall be created, and you shall renew the face of the earth! Blow, strong winds of spirit, stir the fire of your love; encourage our response. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

SAT., MAY 18 - Vigil Masses for Pentecost
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Walter Urban - Family
Upper 7:00 ANNIV. August Geraci - Wife and Children

MON., May 20 - Siena, presbyter, religious, missionary
6:55 a.m. Mother's Day Novena - Parish Intentions
8:00 MONTH'S MIND James Curry - wife, Eileen
5:30 p.m. ANNIV. Joan C. Pike - Mary Cole
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after 5:30 p.m. Mass

TUES., May 21 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. William Harrington - Amy & Brendan Harrington
8:00 Scinta and Syracuse Families

WED., MAY 22 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Helen Lichtenthal - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
8:00 Sebastian Carnevale - Rose Pyles
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., MAY 23 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Earl Webb - Family
8:00 Marion Gudgel - Family

FRI., MAY 24 - Weekday, 7th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. John Rusciolelli - Family
8:00 ANNIV. Edmund Hutchinson - Family

SAT., MAY 25 - Bede presbyter, doctor; Gregory VII, pope; and Mary Magdalene de
Pazzi, virgin;
8:00 a.m. Edward Coughlin - Mr. & Mrs. Edward M. Flynn
Lower 4:30 p.m. Sam Santiago - Family
Upper 7:00 Walter Karaszewski - Family

SUN., MAY 26 - Trinity Sunday
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Richard Sullivan - The Paul Family
Lower 11:00 Carlton and Mary Egner - daughter, Judy
Upper 12:15 p.m. In Honor of the Blessed Trinity - Mary Mancini and Grace Suozzi

MUSIC MINISTRY
Parish Choir - We invite singers in all voice parts to join us on /Thursday's at 7 p.m.
Cantor's Ministry invites interested singers to contact Christina for details about upcoming training workshops. Teens and adults are encouraged to learn more about this opportunity.
Teen Ensemble - Singers and instrumentalists interested in performing with their peers, please see Christina for rehearsal Schedule.
The Music Room is located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430, ext. 212.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for my son finding a job.
2) Thank you for a happy visit with my granddaughter.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1-HOUR EACH WEEK WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
When you pray the ROSARY in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, you love Jesus with the Heart of May. United to the Heart of Mary through the rosary, you make a perfect holy hour because you love Jesus with the perfect love of Mary.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF May 26, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR
Trinity Sunday

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Trinity Sunday
1st Reading - Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9
2nd Reading - 2 Corinthians 113:11-13
Gospel - John 3:16-18

NEXT SUNDAY:
1st Reading - Deuteronomy 8:2-3, 14b-16a
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 10:16-17
Gospel - John 6:51-58

YES, I AM CATHOLIC
In today's readings, we are reminded that God loves us so much that He gave us His only Son so that we might have eternal life. As Catholics, who believe in God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, we witness to Jesus' love in thought, word and deed. Are you Catholic? Let it show!

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially: Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Leo Barron, Andrew Benbenek, Sophie Biernat, Laura Bingeman, Mary Jane Bland, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Nick Brunner, Paula Clody-Neumeister, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Shalet DiCapito, Mark DiNatalie, Sarah DiNatale, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Regis Engel, Salvatore Ferro, Evan Lloyd Fingeret, Michael Fiorentino, David Foster, Catherine Freeman, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Phyllis Heinen, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, John Kaczorowski, Karen Kazmierczak, Pat Kelly, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Beth Kurtz, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Dick McLeron, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Ryan Meegan, Marilyn Militello, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Jacob Charles O'Donnell, Stan Pearson, Nick Pierro, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Marcia Sickau, Elizabeth Sinmons, Donna Smith, Edward Solak, Antonietta Suriani, Allison Thomas, Mary Ann Villa, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Mary White, Pat Will, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Shirley Carocci (mother of Sam Carocci); John Maxwell (father of Heather Gasiecki); William Nailos (husband of Joan); Evelyn Leedham Pitz, Vera Szymoniak (wife of Daniel); and Patricia Walsh (sister of Rev. Msgr. Richard Nugent);
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Christopher Ritter and Vivian Lindfield
1ST - David Burkett and Sarina Zollo

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Jacob Charles O'Donnell, son of Beth (Marino) & Michael O'Donnell; and Hannah Marie Rotterman, daughter of Jane (Hanssel) & William Rotterman; who were baptized last Sunday in our Church.

HELP US CELEBRATE
MSGR. SORCI'S ANNIVERSARY!
On Thursday, May 30th, Msgr. Francis Sorci, pastor emeritus, will be celebrating his 60th Anniversary of Ordination. Next Sunday, June 2nd there will be a special mass celebrated in Msgr. Sorci's honor at 12:15 p.m. Following the Mass, there will be a reception in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. Come and join your fellow parishioners as we extend Msgr. Sorci our best wishes!.

BIBLE BUDDIES
Join us for a Bible Story and craft to introduce God's love to pre-school children. Parents are asked to stay and participate in the craft. The next dates are on Wednesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 6 from 10:00-10:30 am. You only need to attend one day, both classes are identical. For additional information call Adele Kraus at 839-5340.

5TH-8TH YOUTH GROUP
Come join us for outdoor fun when we meet for the last time this year! 7:00 on Friday, June 7th we will have a "picnic" and lots of outdoor activities. More details in next week's bulletin!

FAMILY FUN DAY
On Friday, June 14th, at 6:00 p.m., you are invited to join the fun and festivities of the Annual Family Fun Day. It will be held in the Large School Parking Lot and includes amusements from Kidzplay, music from Whirlin' Disc, and a buffet dinner from Ted's. The buffet includes hotdogs, hamburgers, salad, chips and a drink, with a dessert from Rich Products. Tickets are $8 each (children 3 and under are free), and tickets are pre-sale only! Please call Marcy Denzak at 839-2009 to purchase tickets by Wednesday, June 12th.

RCIA
Be sure to check out the bulletin board in the back of Church for pictures of our past and present participants.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Registration Letters have been mailed to families who HAVE A CHILD WHO:
Ø Is in the Grade 1 - 8 program this year and is returning to the Program next year;
Ø Is entering Grade 1 or are New to the Parish;
Ø Is attending Catholic, private or public High School, will be in Grade 9 in the fall & would like to receive Sacrament of Confirmation.
If you did not receive this mailing, contact the Religious Ed Office immediately at 839-0946 ext. 306. Registration for the Religious Education program will CLOSE on AUGUST 1ST. (A $20 late fee will be incurred for any registrations received after June 17th).

A VOCATION VIEW
Come along in our company. Welcome the Trinity - Father, Son and Spirit - to guide you on your journey. Listen to these companions on the way. If god is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
We are now accepting registrations for our Pre-School Program for 3 and 4 year olds that will begin in September, 2002. If interested, please contact the school at 839-0473, x301.
Ų Monday - no school
Ų Friday - Ribbon Ceremony at 1:30 in School Gym
Ų Saturday - Student Athletes will be honored following the 4:30 Mass, at a Sport's Banquet being held at Daemen College.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Our Poor Boxes are still with us - and so are the needs. We are trying to put the Gospel into action in our lives. We are grateful to be of service to you and your family.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES
When we lose someone we love, whether from a broken relationship or death, finding a way to cope can be more than we can manage alone. For more information call us at 856-4494 or visit us on the web at www.ccwny.org

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!!!

We find freedom when we find God;
we lose it when we lose Him. - Paul Scherer

A PRAYER AT A TIME OF NATIONAL DISASTER
God of perfect peace, violence and cruelty have no part with you. Accept the prayers we offer for our nation, and especially for those who have died or have been injured, all whose lives have been changed by the disasters that have taken place in New York City, Washington, and throughout our nation.
Give strength, wisdom, and direction to President Bush and his advisors as they address the magnitude of this tragedy.
For the families and friends of the injured, and those who have died, uphold and sustain them with your grace.
For all emergency personnel and all others responding to this disaster: protect them; give them strength, courage, and sound judgement.
Give wisdom to all of us at this time of confusion, perplexity, and pain. Keep us form rash judgement. Restore tranquility, peace and soundness to our lives.
We ask this through Christ our Savior and Lord. AMEN

MEMORIAL MASS SERVICE
Adam Plewacki Post 799 American Legion will be sponsoring a Memorial Mass service at Stanislaus Cemetery in the Resurrection Mausoleum on Monday, May 27th at 10:00 am. and for the very first time will be joined by 3 other veteran groups in a joint service. Participating also will be Catholic Veteran Post #1313 and 2 Polish Veteran groups. This service is meant to honor and pay respect to all deceased veterans everywhere. All are welcome to join us to honor al our veterans who gave so much of themselves so that we may be free. Mass celebrant will be Msgr. Gabalski, PA.

JOIN 101.7 FM WLOF CATHOLIC RADIO "ON AIR"
Listen to 101.7 WLOF on June 7th & 8th for their Spring Fundraising Event. Hosts include WLOF's own Gregg Prince, Diocesan Director of Communications Kevin Keenan, Channel 7's Linda Pellegrino, and Channel 2's Kevin O'Connell. Guests include: Bishop of Buffalo Henry J. Mansell, several priests form the diocese including Father Ted Jost of Our Lady of Victory Basilica and his Parable Players, Catholic recording artist Bob Fera of Holland, NY, St. Luke's Voices of Mercy, and many other local and national Catholic personalities. Call and make your pledge: 632-WLOF - help keep a Catholic Presence on the Air.

2002 RIDE FOR ROSWELL
Join the CTK Team for this great event and help raise needed dollars by obtaining pledges that will be used for research and patient care at Roswell. Date: June 29th RAIN OR SHINE. Start/Finish Location: Baird Point at UB's North Campus. We are taking sign-up for the 9-mile route, which is perfect for families and infrequent bikers and starts at 10:00am. Also, we are looking for anyone wishing to participate in the 21-mile route, which starts at 9:00 am. Check-in is 45 minutes before start on all routes. Rest stops are located along all routes with rest rooms, snacks and beverages. Bike mechanics are available for emergencies. Registration $20 each. A $50 minimum pledge is required. Registration forms and pledge sheets will be in the back of Church. If interested call Eric Voglmayr at 839-2761.

HARLEM-KENSINGTON-CLEVELAND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Trash collection, recycling, and hazardous waste drop-off for Amherst and Cheektowaga will be discussed by town representatives. Come and ask your questions on Tuesday, May 28th at 7 pm at the Harlem Road Community Center.

AREA EVENTS
Ų St. Vincent de Paul Summer Camp is open to boys & girls, ages 8-13 & is located on the
shores of Lake Erie, near Bennett Beach in Angola. An Open House will be held on June 2nd & 16th from Noon-5 p.m. The fee is $95 per week, & there are 5 weekly sessions, beginning July 14th. For more info, call 882-3360.
Ų Healing Mass for anyone who has experienced the loss of a child through abortion,
miscarriage or still birth will be offered on June 3rd at 7 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi, on North Ogden between Ludington & Lovejoy in Buffalo.
Ų Marriage Encounter Weekend - 44 hours with no distractions, just you and your spouse
to focus on each other & grow in your relationship. June 14-16 at Notre Dame Retreat House overlooking Canandaigua Lake. For info or to register call 585-872-3180 or 607-776-4870 or contact www.wwme-wny.org
Ų Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County asks you to share your love of gardening and
experience, with the children of the TJ Dulski Center. If kids & teaching don't interest you, they also need volunteers to help with general garden work. Call Theresa at 852-1305.
Ų Programs available thru Cath. Health System: Baby Sitting Course - June 8, 2 pm at
Ascension Lutheran Church; Arthritis Self-Help Program - June 12, 19 & 26, 6 pm at Marian Professional Center; Free Blood Pressure Screenings - call for locations. Register by calling 447-6205.
Ų Amherst Meals On Wheels delivers meals to the homebound Amherst Resident. If
interested in receiving Meals on Wheels or volunteering, please call 636-3065.
Ų Catholic Biblical Studies Program - Bible Study for adults in our area. For more info,
call 674-6772 or 871-9180.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Cantor's Ministry invites interested singers to contact Christina for details about upcoming training workshops. Teens and adults are encouraged to learn more about this opportunity.
Teen Ensemble - Singers and instrumentalists interested in performing with their peers, please see Christina for rehearsal Schedule.
The Music Room is located at the bottom of the stairs accessible from the entrance on the circular driveway on Lamarck. Christina Shrewsbury is the Music Director at CTK. If you are interested in joining one of these groups, please call her at 839-1430, ext. 212.

MORE ABOUT MIXTURES ON THE ORGAN:
The design and construction of compound stops that exhibit regularly recurring breaks are collectively called "mixtures." The pitches of the individual pipes of these compound stops are said to "break back" by octaves (groups of 8-notes) to lower pitches in the sharper, high end of the scale. This produces the splendor in sound throughout the scale which is achieved by a "mixture." next mixture: New "mixtures for CTK

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for helping my sister make a decision she can live with.
2) Thank you for my cousin's successful surgery.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1-HOUR EACH WEEK WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
The Eucharist is the greatest expression of God's love for you in the Divine Eucharist. Jesus gives you the gift of Himself, all He has, and all He is. St. Augustine says of the Holy Eucharist "Although God is all powerful, He is unable to give more, though supremely wise, He knows not how to give more, though vastly rich. He has not more to give. " Give Jesus the sacrifice of spending an hour with Him in the middle of the night and it will be the perfect expression of your appreciation for the gift of His infinite love for you in the Holy Eucharist.

CTK ORGANIZATION HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK
BISHOP'S COMMITTEE VISITORS PROGRAM
Bishop's Committee Visitors Program, begun in 1929, is a unique organization as it has been utilizing the talents of Catholic women in God's service for "His Little Ones' for over 60 years and is distinctive to the Diocese of Buffalo. The aims for the Visitors Program are to help young parents with the religious and moral training of their pre-school children: to give them a teaching tool through its calendar booklet, geared to the age of the child: and to help instill in these parents a greater knowledge of God as they use the booklet.
Today's families are faced with many changes and challenges. Through our "Thoughts for Christian Parent" booklet we are able to give them some guidelines and inspirations. These booklets, a present form the Bishop, are given out through the Diocese by Visitors at the Pre-Baptismal Meeting, at the Baptism, or at a Home Visit. At Christ the King Parish, a Visitor attends the once-a-month Pre-Baptismal Class, meeting the parents and briefly going through he booklet, pointing out some of the helpful suggestions. Fifteen minutes once a month is time well spent in meeting and talking with these young parents. Christ the King Parish's Bishop's Committee Visitors Group is in need of a few more volunteers to spend 2 or 3 turns a year at the Pre-Baptismal Class helping these new parents with the religious training of their children. Please call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646 or the Rectory at 839-1430 if you are interested in helping.

THE RECTORY WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, MAY 27TH
in recognition of Memorial Day. It will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30 a.m.
MASSES ON MEMORIAL DAY are at 6:55 & 8:00 a.m. only.

SAT., MAY 25 - Vigil Masses for Trinity Sunday
Lower 4:30 p.m. Sam Santiago - Family
Upper 7:00 Walter Karaszewski - Family

MON., May 27 - Augustine of Canterbury, bishop
6:55 a.m. Edward Nightengale - wife, Maryann and sons Mike & John Paul
8:00 Mrs. Norine K. Georger - Dorothy Georger
NO 5:30 p.m. MASS
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after 8:00 p.m. Mass

TUES., May 28 - Weekday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Daniel A. Torrell - Mr. & Mrs. Torrell
8:00 Dr. Joseph Sweeney - Colleen and Kevin O'Connor

WED., MAY 29 - Weekday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. May Piddisi - Michael and Esther Piddisi
8:00 Anthony and Lucy Suozzi - Grace Suozzi & Mary Mancini
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., MAY 30 - Weekday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Jack Walsh - Stephen and Ann Hunt
8:00 Mrs. Mary Mancini - daughters

FRI., MAY 31 - Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth
6:55 a.m. Patricia Pino - Stephen and Ann Hunt
8:00 Mrs. Mary K. Lyon - Dorothy Georger

SAT., JUNE 1 - Justin, martyr
8:00 a.m. Dorothy Curtis - Family
Lower 4:30 p.m. Edward (Buddy) Flynn - Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Pieters
Upper 7:00 Norman Crowe, Jr. - Family

SUN., JUNE 2 - Body and Blood of Christ
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 Rita Uffner - The Richelt Family
Lower 11:00 Edward and Martha Brown - Edward Terhaar
Upper 12:15 p.m. Msgr. Francis Sorci's 60th Anniversary of Ordination

THE MAY APEAL
The annual May Appeal Drive has begun on a positive note. As of last Tuesday, $51,600 in donations and pledges has been collected. Your continual cooperation and generous response to the needs of the parish helps us realize our hopes and plans to improve our Parish community. We are asking for a minimum contribution of $100 this year, but any contribution within your means, more or less, will be gratefully accepted.
Last year, due to your generous contributions, we were able to complete extensive renovations to the convent, rectory office and to the school (including the school kitchen). This year we need to turn our focus to the exterior of the campus. A few of the items from our project list include repairing our roof, gutters, and other parts of the facility, which were damaged during our storms of this past winter, a fact of life that many of you are familiar with. We also will be addressing landscaping, sidewalks and pavement.
Your continual cooperation and generous response to the needs of the parish helps us realize our hopes and plans to improve our Parish community. We thank God for the many blessings He has bestowed on us, and we ask for your generous and positive response to this appeal.

NEW PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS SELECTED
OUR THANKS TO THE OUT-GOING MEMBERS
This past weekend, three parishioners were selected as the newest members to our Parish Council. They are: Martin Haumesser, Thomas Lasher II, and Joseph Sperrazza. They will be replacing three members whose 3-year terms have expired: Marilyn Dempsey, George Strubel and Cynthia Havas. Our special thanks to Cindy Havas who has served as president of the Parish Council for the past year, and for her responsible leadership in working with Msgr. Lichtenthal. Each of these members have given generously of their time and talent during their years of service. May God bless them and their families. We are sure to see them as very active parishioners in other aspects of Christ the King's parish life!