BULLETINS FOR WEEK OF NOVEMBER: 13, 20, 27

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Wisdom 6:12-16
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Gospel - Matthew 25:1-13

NEXT SUNDAY: 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Proverbs 31:10-31, 19-20, 30-31
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel - Matthew 25:14-30

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Bill Lalli, Jr., Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Beverly Mooney, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Joseph Vastola, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Dorothy Horan (aunt of Bud Horan), and Gregory J. Robida, Sr. (husband of Maureen Robida), Elmer Wingerter (brother-in-law of Irene Wingerter)
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WELCOME TO THE FAITH COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Mehgan Danielle Burke, daughter of Nannette (Anderson) & Timothy Burke; and Timothy Peter O'Hara, son of Amy (Snyder) & Peter O'Hara; who were baptized in our Church last Sunday.

THEOLOGY OF THE BODY
The last session of the Theology of the Body Discussion Group will be held on Monday, Nov. 7th, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room. Please try to attend.

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY COLLECTION
Next weekend, is the annual Diocesan collection for the national university of the Catholic Church in the U.S. - The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. Undergraduate, graduate, professional and doctoral degrees in more than 50 disciplines are offered. This collection underwrites scholarships to help financially deserving students complete their educations at CUA. Please give generously.

HOLY NAME SUNDAY
Next Sunday the Holy Name Society and their friends and family will attend the 8:00 a.m. Mass and sit together as a group. After mass, coffee, bagels and donuts will be served in the Church Library. All parishioners are invited to this breakfast.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wed., Nov. 9th or Thurs., Nov. 10th from 10:10:30 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room (Please enter through the single door under the overhang, between the Church and the School). We will share a story with your child and help them to learn more about God and the Bible, and they will make something special to bring home. The two sessions offered are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER
On the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, a scripture study for men, will be held in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. using the Little Rock Scripture Study as a guide. Mark's Gospel, the primary Gospel used for the Sunday Liturgy during Cycle B which begins in Advent, will be the focus for this study. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. If you wish to participate call Deacon Norm at 839-0322 or the parish office at 839-1430. The next session is on Mon., Nov. 14th

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Monday, Nov. 21st 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 PAMPHLET RACK in our vestibule is restocked regularly. Become an avid reader and, with the available literature, revive your Faith.


ANNUAL BEREAVEMENT MEMORIAL MASS sponsored by the Bereavement Committee will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 8th at 7:00 pm in the Upper Church. A reception will follow in the Msgr. McMahon Library. The mass will be in honor of all those parishioners who have died in the past year. Everyone is invited to attend. We ask that you pray for those who are being remembered, and their families: Thomas Faltisco, Leo Masgula, Nicholas Mauro, Patricia McDonald, Salvatore Mele, William Mooar, Helen Morey, Frances A. Oddi, Edwin Parkot, Concetta Petrie, Eleanor Praetzel, Edward Rak, Bernard Richelt, Vincent Rizzo, Genivive Rogalski, Mary Ruddick, Marie Santiago, Rose Santiago, Albert Robert Sarach, Julianne Schierer, Estelle Scott, Daniel Sheedy, Genevieve Spadafora, Dolores Stenclik, Charles Sterling, Jane Sullivan, Norbert Szymczyk, Helen Voland, Larry Wagner, Thomas Weber Sr., Donald White, Robert J. Wingerter Jr., Harvey Willig, Donald Willert, Nora Zaccagnino, and Edward Zimpfer III.

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults into the Catholic Faith Community)
We invite any parishioners who are interested in a particular topic that is being presented to join the candidates and team on Thursday evenings from 7:15 to 9 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Parish Library. For more information, please call the rectory at 839-1430 or Celeste at 839-2146. Topics for upcoming sessions: November 10 - the Liturgical Year and Advent; November 17 - Beatitudes. For more details please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.

SENIORS: GREAT NEWS!
On the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 1:00-4:00 pm, there will be a fun gathering of seniors, hosted by St. Benedict's Senior Citizen Group, in our Chapel Meeting Room. Sit and enjoy each other's company, or play bridge, pinochle, rummy, penny-anti poker or bingo and enjoy some refreshments. Please enter the Chapel Meeting Room through the single door under the overhang between the Church and the School, or use the elevator entrance if necessary. The next group meeting will be on Nov. 17th. If you want more info, please call Max at 542-3421 or just come that afternoon.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS
Every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., a group of Seniors meets in the in the Church Library to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS
Boy Scout Troop #431, which includes boys from CTK Parish, will be selling decorated fresh Christmas wreaths outside the doors of the church at all Masses on the weekends of Nov. 26 & 27 and Dec. 3 & 4. The cost is $18 for a large size wreath.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, Nov. 6th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 pm

¢ Grade 9 - Classes will meet today, Sunday, Nov. 6th. Mrs. Joanne Johnson & Mrs. Trice Klementowski's class will be going to the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen. Teachers have contacted their students in regard to time and place for class. Mrs. Nina Caffarelli's class and Mrs. Vicki Gladys's Class will meet on Sun., Nov. 13th.

¢ Grade 3 First Communion Parent Meeting - Monday, Nov. 7th in the Upper Church at 7:00 p.m.

VOCATION VIEW - "Keep you eyes open …"Your ears and heart as well, for then you may accept the call to serve in consecrated life or priesthood. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Mon., Nov. 7th - Ident-A-Kid Child Identification Program will be at school
¢ Tues, Nov. 8th - Zoo Trunk will visit PreK 3; Report Cards will be distributed
¢ Wed., Nov. 9th - Zoo Trunk will visit PreK 4
Parent-Teacher Report Card Conferences; Noon Dismissal for students
¢ Thurs., Nov. 10th - Parent-Teacher Report Card Conferences; No School for students
¢ Fri., Nov. 11th - Veterans Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
¢ Thanksgiving Day Family Choir - Teens, youth, moms & dads! All are invited to participate in the Thanksgiving Day Choir, singing hymns of thanksgiving at the 9:-00 a.m. Mass. If you can participate, please RSVP to Christina. All Voices are Welcome!
¢ Parish Youth Choir (Grades 1-5) - Next rehearsal is Friday, Nov. 18th from 2:30-3:30 in the Church Music Room. They will sing on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Come and join the singing and fun.
¢ Middle School Ensemble (Grades 6-8) - This group is new this fall. If you are interested in joining, please see Christina Shrewsbury soon, so that we can form a schedule together.
¢ Teen Ensemble (Grades 9-12) - Vocal and instrumentals will meet on designated Saturdays to prepare special liturgical music

AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1981 - We're trying to contact everyone for our 25th Reunion next year. Please send current email address (include your friends!) to hillmsusan@lycos.com. Call Sue Runfola Hill at 837-3193 for mailing addresses and any other inquiries. Anyone willing to join a reunion committee - contact Sue ASAP

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ A Huge Thank You to everyone who supported our Coffee House Benefit. A total of $840 was collected for the Katrina Relief Fund Cards of Care. For more Information check www.cardsofcare.org. We wish to recognize the talented musicians who gave of their time and performed on our stage for the benefit. Thank you to Tony & Vinnie DeRosa; members of the band Exotic Aquatic; All You Can Eat; and DOL for an evening of outstanding music and entertainment. We wish to recognize the CTK Youth Council for their work in hosting and publicizing this event, and most especially co-chair persons Beth Peer, and Amy Tirella along with Eric Newton for their leadership in coordinating this benefit. Thank you to all the teens of CTK for attending and showing how we can make a difference.
¢ Parents Night Out - High School Volunteers are needed on Friday, December 2nd from 6:00-9:30 to help out with the activities during the annual Parents' Night Out. Please call and let us know if you are available.
¢ ProjecTruth Poster Contest - any interested students in grades 7-12 are encouraged to participate by creating a poster with the theme Waiting is Easier Because … Winners will be judged on the best and creative representation of the abstinence until marriage theme. Entries may be submitted any time, but no later the Jan. 30th, 2006. A complete set of contest rules posted on the door of the Youth Office.

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR PARISH
¢ Social Justice & Habitat for Humanity - A group of parishioners will gather at a home
being renovated in Buffalo on Wed., Nov. 30th. No experience necessary. Call Allison for details, carpools & directions. 839-5225.
¢ Visiting the Homebound - we are always looking for Eucharistic Ministers who are
interested in committing 1-2 hours per week, to visit someone who is sick or homebound and to give them weekly communion. If you can help, send a e-mail to Mschaefer@ctksnyder.com.
¢ Rosary Chain - There are a group of parishioners who pray a daily rosary for special
intentions requested through the Parish Rosary Chain. If you have an intention for the Rosary Chain, or if you would like to become part of the Rosary Chain Ministry, call Irene Wingerter at 632-0646. The Rosary Chain is ideal for those who wish to keep their intention private.
¢ Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Wed. evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library.
Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

THE GIFT OF PRAYER
Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Nov. 5 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. Joseph Borowski - Family

SUN., Nov. 6 - 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Upper 8:00 a.m. Michael Fiorentino - Rankin Road Neighbors
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Ruth Cecala - Joseph Karpinski
Lower 11:00 John Baron - wife, Agnes
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Michael Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse

MON., Nov. 7 - Weekday, 32nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Valerija Gamziukas - Angela Coppola
8:00 Alfonso and Stella Cumella and Janet Rossi - Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Nov. 8 - Weekday, 32nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Josephine LaPoint - Dr. & Mrs. James Slough
8:00 ANNIV. Sister Columba McGillicuddy - Cornelius V. McGillicuddy
7:00 pm Bereavement Memorial Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Nov. 9 - Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
6:55 a.m. Ruth Timmel - The Joseph Zenger Family
8:00 Stanton Pearson - Melissa, Ted & Dan
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Nov. 10 - Leo the Great. pope, doctor
6:55 a.m. Rita Horvatis - JoAnn Wahlgren
8:00 Myrella M. Nagel and Beatrice F. Smith - Myrella S. Nagel
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Nov. 11 - Martin of Tours, bishop
**No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 ANNIV. Louis G. Tribunella - daughter
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

SAT., Nov. 12 - Josaphat, bishop, martyr
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Floyd P. Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon
SUN., Nov. 6 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Upper 8:00 a.m. MONTH'S MIND David Kersten - Bob & Celeste Kersten
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Helen Sandretto - The Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Michael Reed - The Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Pascal Petrino - Thomas J. Cina

JOURNEY IN FAITH & GRACE
The Diocese of Buffalo has begun the second phase of the strategic planning process called Journey in Faith & Grace. Page 7 of the November issue of the WNY Catholic has information regarding this process.
Although our diocese has made some modest adjustments over the past 15 years, a more intensive process of restructuring is necessary in order to ensure that parishes and schools will be able to carry on effective ministry in the 21st century. There is a need to restructure in order to have the number of parishes and schools that are truly needed, and that diocesan resources can support.

Here are some poignant statistics for your interest:
Total Parishes and Missions 274
Diocesan Priests 2005 234
Diocesan Priests 2015 142

You may also go onto the diocesan website www.buffalodiocese.org for up-to-the-minute information about the process.

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY THANKS YOU!
Hurricane Katrina was devastating to hundreds of thousands in Louisiana and Mississippi. Buffalo is host to more than 30 evacuee families who are beginning new lives here, many with little or no possessions. The St. Vincent de Paul Society of CTK has helped some of these families in need. Your support has already enabled us to provide furniture and clothing to a
New Orleans evacuee and her grandson who are starting over here. Thank you for your generosity.


" We do not want you to be unaware, brothers and sisters, about those who have fallen asleep, so that you may not grieve like the rest, who have no hope.

Question of the Week: What is the most important thing you are waiting for?

Faith Response: Don't miss this chance to attain wisdom. Pray for the grace to be truly wise. Learn to be a friend of silence. Seek the company of those who have left behind foolish pursuits that waste time and gain nothing. Prepare for new life with joy.

A RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE - TODAY!!
This Sunday, Nov. 6th, from 8:30-1:30 in the CTK School Gym. Please consider becoming a donor. If you wish to sign-up for an appointment, please call the Rectory (Mon-Fri., 8:30-4:00). Donors must be in good health & 17 years of age this year, with a parent's signed permission form, teen's age 16 may be a donor.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
A limited number of Entertainment Books are still available in the Rectory Office during the week (8:30am-4:00 pm) for $25. The profits from the books will benefit our Teen Youth Group.

AIRPLANES OVERHEAD - ARE THEY HERE TO STAY?
On Tuesday, Nov. 15th at 7:00 pm, there will be a meeting at the Harlem Road Community Center regarding the airport's flight plan, which has currently been flying over our houses. This was supposed to be a temporary situation, while the NFTA was doing work on their runway. We have found out however, that the intent of the NFTA is to continue air traffic flying over Snyder/Williamsville. Come to the Meeting and learn what is going on.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for my improved relationship with my mother-inlaw which reflected upon
the whole family;
2) Thank you for recovering health and better family relations;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"I am with your always, I will always be holding your hand; I will guide you with My counsel, and take you into My Glory … I am the strength of your heart and your portion forever." - Psalm 73:23-26

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Proverbs 31:10-31, 19-20, 30-31
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel - Matthew 25:14-30

NEXT SUNDAY: The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King
1st Reading - Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28
Gospel - Matthew 25:31-46

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Bill Lalli, Jr., Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Victor Molfese, Beverly Mooney, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Victoria Dolinic (mother of Fr. Louis Dolinic), Fr. Boniface D. Ferens (Retired Diocesan Priest). and Lucy Territo (mother of Mary Territo)
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
1st - Katherine Galanis and Michael Verni

WELCOME TO THE FAITH COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING …
Sophia Lorraine Whissel, daughter of Tammy (Zmudz) & John Whissel, who was baptized in our Church last Sunday.

CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY COLLECTION
The second collection today, is the annual Diocesan collection for the national university of the Catholic Church in the U.S. - The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. Undergraduate, graduate, professional and doctoral degrees in more than 50 disciplines are offered. This collection underwrites scholarships to help financially deserving students complete their educations at CUA. Please give generously.

SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER
On the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, a scripture study for men, will be held in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. using the Little Rock Scripture Study as a guide. Mark's Gospel, the primary Gospel used for the Sunday Liturgy during Cycle B which begins in Advent, will be the focus for this study. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. If you wish to participate call Deacon Norm at 839-0322 or the parish office at 839-1430. The next session is on Mon., Nov. 14th

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults into the Catholic Faith Community)
We invite any parishioners who are interested in a particular topic that is being presented to join the candidates and team on Thursday evenings from 7:15 to 9 pm in the Msgr. McMahon Parish Library. For more information, please call the rectory at 839-1430 or Celeste at 839-2146. Topic on November 17 - Beatitudes. For more details please call the Rectory at 839-1430 or visit our website at www.ctksnyder.com/rcia.

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-Baptismal Class will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 22nd 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.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS NEEDED
Two Eucharistic Ministers are needed to help distribute communion at Williamsville View Manor Nursing Home, on one Wednesday a month at 3:00 p.m. Please call Jean McCarthy at 835-9801 if you can help.

You Say: "I'm Always worried and frustrated"
God Says: Cast all your cares on ME (1Peter 5:7)


FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for reassuring me that my prayers are heard.
2) Thank you for a good doctor and good friends.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"As we grow in our capacities to see and enjoy the joys that God has placed in our lives, life becomes a glorious experience of discovering His endless wonders."

THE GIFT OF PRAYER
Special occasion cards are available at the Rectory, which with your prayer of the rosary are available with sentiments for birthdays, weddings, get well, sympathy, thank you, and anniversary of wedding or death. These cards are only $1.50 each.

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

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS
Every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., a group of Seniors meets in the in the Church Library to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS
Boy Scout Troop #431, which includes boys from CTK Parish, will be selling decorated fresh Christmas wreaths outside the doors of the church at all Masses on the weekends of Nov. 26 & 27 and Dec. 3 & 4. The cost is $18 for a large size wreath.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Again this year the CTK Youth Group will be hosting a Parents' Night Out for on Friday, Dec. 2nd for ALL CHILDREN of the parish in grades K-8. Work on your Christmas shopping or have a leisurely dinner out with your spouse or friends while your children enjoy Christmas crafts, games and refreshments.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, Nov. 14th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 pm

¢ Grade 9 -Mrs. Nina Caffarelli's class and Mrs. Vicki Gladys's Class will meet today, Sun., Nov. 13th. Dr. Stan Bukowski's class will be going to the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen.

VOCATION VIEW - What will you say when you meet God face to face? Better still, what will God say to you? Will you be able to answer that you served faithfully? Can you answer that now? If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Tues. Nov. 15th - Author Alice Bowman (author of "Twinkle Dust" and "Twinkle Dust 9-11) will be visiting Grades PreK to 6;
¢ Wed., Nov. 16th - Grade 5 will take the NYS Social Studies Test Part I
¢ Thurs., Nov. 17th - Grade 5 will take the NYS Social Studies Test Part II
¢ Thurs., Nov. 18th - Principal's Appreciation Day!! - Thank you Mrs. Mikulec, for all you do!!!
¢ Sat., Nov. 19th - 8th Grade students will take the Catholic High School Entrance Exam

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY of every Christian to constantly grow in knowledge of Jesus Christ and to spread the Faith to others. As a convenience to you, we offer a variety of inexpensive reading material on the pamphlet rack in the Church Vestibule.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Parents Night Out - High School Volunteers are needed on Friday, December 2nd from 5:30-9:30 to help out with the activities during the annual Parents' Night Out. Please call and let us know if you are available.
¢ ProjecTruth Poster Contest - any interested students in grades 7-12 are encouraged to participate by creating a poster with the theme Waiting is Easier Because … Winners will be judged on the best and creative representation of the abstinence until marriage theme. Entries may be submitted any time, but no later the Jan. 30th, 2006. A complete set of contest rules posted on the door of the Youth Office.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
¢ ALL those interested in participating with the Parish Choir for the upcoming season to attend Thursday Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. The next rehearsal is on Thurs., Nov. 17th.
¢ Thanksgiving Day Family Choir - Teens, youth, moms & dads! All are invited to participate in the Thanksgiving Day Choir, singing hymns of thanksgiving at the 9:-00 a.m. Mass. If you can participate, please RSVP to Christina. All Voices are Welcome!
¢ Holiday Singers for: Feast of Christ the King ( Sun., Nov. 27th) , Advent and Christmas Eve - These are very special opportunities to serve your parish with musical offerings. If you'd like to become a part of these celebrations, please call Christina Shrewsbury.
¢ Parish Youth Choir (Grades 1-5) - Next rehearsal is Friday, Nov. 18th from 2:30-3:30 in the Church Music Room. They will sing on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Come and join the singing and fun.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Wed. evening from 7-9 pm in the Church Library.
Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

AREA EVENTS
¢ St. Mary's Swormville - Craft Show - Sun., Nov 13th - 10am-4pm (6919 Transit Rd).
Admission $1, crafts, refreshments, baked goods, raffles.
¢ St. Gregory's Holiday Craft Show - Nov. 25th (10am-4) & Nov. 26th (10am-3) -
Admission $1, children under 12 are free. Over 140 crafters; handmade gifts to give or keep!
¢ Marriage Encounter Weekend - Rekindle communication in your marriage - next
weekend Dec. 9-11, for info call 585-342-2430.
¢ Crossroads is a Catholic group for single adults over age of 40. A large group which
sponsors activities. Call 635-8010 for more information. "Single Adults Sharing Life & Faith."
¢ Beechwood Residence (2235 Millersport Hgwy) seeking a pianist for monthly
Communion Service, one Wednesday each month. Call Chaplain Jim Weisz at 504-1388 if you can volunteer your time
¢ Amherst High School Class of 1981 - 25th Class Reunion next year. Please send
email address (include your friends!) to hillmsusan@lycos.com. Call Sue Runfola Hill at 837-3193 for mailing addresses and any other inquiries. Anyone willing to help contact Sue ASAP.

A PRAYER FOR OUR JOURNEY
IN FAITH AND GRACE
God our Father,
We are one Church in praise and in prayer.
Send the Spirit to us,
members of the one Body of Christ.
We ask for vision and courage as we grow
in Faith, in Hope, and in Love.
Thank you for the gifts of yesterday.
Today and tomorrow give us gifts of
unity and peace.
Make us signs to our world
of fidelity to your Word.
With Mary and Joseph we ask this
through Christ our Lord. Amen

THANKSGIVING DAY
The Mass on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24th will be at 9:00 a.m. only. Parishioners attending this mass are asked to bring canned goods to be used at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room. Traditionally, the Thanksgiving Day collection is given to the St Vincent de Paul Society in our parish to help them carry out their good works for people in need. This is their main income for the year, and your monetary contributions are greatly appreciated. A special Thanksgiving Day envelope can be found in your packet of church envelopes. It may be returned on Thanksgiving Day or in the Sunday collection. Your generosity is appreciated.


" The servant said, 'Master, you gave me five talents. See, I have made five more.' His master said to him, 'Well done, my good and faithful servant.'' - Matthew

Question of the Week: What is the most important thing God has put you on this earth to do?

Faith Response: We are called to a value beyond pearls: to be productive in our labor, generous in our relationships, and to honor God by the free and full use of our gifts. Reflect on how you can give glory to God by your actions and decisions today.

ROSARY AND ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Save Monday, Dec. 12th for the annual Rosary and Altar Christmas luncheon at Salvatore's Italian Gardens. Cost will be $20 per person, more details in next week's bulletin!

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
A limited number of Entertainment Books may still be available in the Rectory Office during the week (8:30am-4:00 pm) for $25. The profits from the books will benefit our Teen Youth Group.

SENIOR CITIZENS
At the first meeting of the new CTK Senior Citizens Group with St. Benedict' s seniors, 35 seniors met in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of fun. Please join us on Thurs., Nov. 17th from 1:00-4:00 for an afternoon of coffee and cards - pinochle, bridge, poker, or just to meet other seniors from CTK.

AIRPLANES OVERHEAD - ARE THEY HERE TO STAY?
On Tuesday, Nov. 15th at 7:00 pm, there will be a meeting at the Harlem Road Community Center regarding the airport's flight plan, which has currently been flying over our houses. This was supposed to be a temporary situation, while the NFTA was doing work on their runway. We have found out however, that the intent of the NFTA is to continue air traffic flying over Snyder/Williamsville. Come to the Meeting and learn what is going on.

SOCIAL JUSTICE
¢ Habitat for Humanity is renovating a home in Buffalo. CTK has a group going on Wed.,
Nov. 30th. No experience necessary. Call Allison for details, carpools & directions. 839-5225.
¢ St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen - Come and volunteer your services at the St.
Vincent de Paul soup kitchen on Tues. 12/6 from 9am until 1pm. If you would like to join them please call Ceil Becker at 835-7826.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Nov. 12 - Josaphat, bishop, martyr
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Floyd P. Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon
SUN., Nov. 13 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Upper 8:00 a.m. MONTH'S MIND David Kersten - Bob & Celeste Kersten
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Helen Sandretto - The Family
Lower 11:00 ANNIV. Michael Reed - The Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. Pascal Petrino - Thomas J. Cina

MON., Nov. 14 - Weekday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Harold Mabee - The Gallson Family
8:00 ANNIV. Donald E. Georger - Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Nov. 15 - Albert the Great, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. Intention of All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 Agnes McGeever - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Nov. 16 - Margaret of Scotland; Gertrude, virgin
6:55 a.m. Ann Cavanaugh - Joseph Dunn
8:00 Kenneth Leising - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Nov. 17 - Elizabeth of Hungary, religious
6:55 a.m. Jim Smithling - Melissa & Bob Schaefer
8:00 Julianne M. Schierer - Parents
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Nov. 18 - Dedication of Ss. Peter & Paul; Rose Philippine Duchesne, virgin
6:55 a.m. Genevieve Wegerzyn - Mr. & Mrs. Stan Karas
8:00 Natalie Gorman - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

SAT., Nov. 19 - Weekday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Ed Schneggenburger - Family
SUN., Nov. 20 - Feast of Christ the King Upper 8:00 a.m. Edward Frontera - wife, Marie
Lower 9:30 In Honor of the Feast of Christ the King
Lower 11:00 Special Intention - The Fahey Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Carl V. Cole - Mary Cole

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King
1st Reading - Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28
Gospel - Matthew 25:31-46

NEXT SUNDAY: First Sunday of Advent
1st Reading - Isaiah 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Gospel - Mark 13:33-37

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Bill Lalli, Jr., Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Beverly Mooney, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Albert Engelhardt (brother of Msgr. Herbert Engelhardt), Rev. Michael McNicholl (retired Diocesan Priest), Helena Slowe, and Frances Geraldine Waggoner;
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Katherine Galanis and Michael Verni

THE RECTORY IS CLOSED on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Rectory will reopen on Monday, Nov. 28th at 8:30 a.m.

FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING
To crown the liturgical year we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King. We claim Christ as the one and only Lord over all of the universe and all of time. Christ's paschal mystery unites and Christ's Sprit energizes the whole liturgical year and the life of the Church. Through Christ, God's will to gather humanity in unity, love, and peace for all eternity will be fulfilled, "so that God may be all in all" (1Corinthians 15:28). Thus we pray in every Eucharist: "Through Him, with Him, in Him, in the unity of the Holy Sprit, all glory and honor is yours, almighty Father, forever and ever. Amen."
If Christ is King over all nations, He is also Shepherd and Judge over all nations, as our scriptures for today reveal. Since His ultimate goal as shepherd is to gather all people into the kingdom of God, He will judge us on that basis. Did we, as members of Christ's Body, imitate Christ's compassion and thereby shepherd others into the kingdom? Did our actions divide, discriminate, or dishonor, and thus scatter those who might otherwise have found rest, food and healing in the flock of God? If so, it is Christ himself whose Body we have dishonored and divided and scattered when we have not cared for the "least ones" (Matthew 25:45)

CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT supports self-help projects of poor and low-income people by working together to improve their lives & their communities. Poverty in America is on the rise, nearly 35 million Americans live below the poverty line. The second collection today is for this campaign. Please give generously.

THE LITTLE BLUE BOOK for Advent and Christmas season is available to help you prepare for Christmas and to give you an opportunity to improve your prayer life. There is a six-minute reflection for each day. The books are in the back of the Church.

CHRISTMAS CARD SALE - The Respect Life Committee will sell Christmas Cards after Masses this weekend. Cards range in price from $5 to $15 per pack. There are many beautiful varieties to choose from.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS will be sold by Boy Scout Troop #431, which includes boys from CTK Parish. The decorated fresh Christmas wreaths will be sold outside the doors of the church at all Masses on the weekends of Nov. 26th & 27th and Dec. 3rd & 4th, for $18 for a large size wreath.

A SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER for men, is now offered on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. using the Little Rock Scripture Study as a guide. Mark's Gospel, will be the focus for this study. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. If you wish to participate call Deacon Norm at 839-0322. The next session is on Mon., Nov. 28th

THE NEXT PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 22nd at 7:00 p.m. in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck drive.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, Nov. 21st are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 pm
We wish all of our families a Happy Thanksgiving!

VOCATION VIEW
"When did I see you Lord …" Have you heard the Lord as well? Is God calling you to serve as a sister, brother, deacon or priest? If God is calling you, call Father Leon at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Wed., Nov. 23rd - Awards Assembly in the Church at 11:15 / Noon Dismissal
¢ Thurs., Nov. 24th - Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for the many blessings we enjoy here at Christ the King!
¢ Friday, Nov. 25th - No School - Thanksgiving Recess

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, Dec. 4that 10:30 in the Church Library. Any interested High School Teens are invited.
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th (on Presidents Day Weekend) at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. For more details come to our Dec. 4th Youth Group Meeting.
¢ Parents Night Out - High School Volunteers are needed on Friday, Dec. 2nd from 5:30-9:30 to help out with the activities during the annual Parents' Night Out. Please call if you can help.
¢ ProjecTruth Poster Contest - Interested students (grades 7-12) can participate by creating a poster with the theme "Waiting is Easier Because … " Winners will be judged on the best and creative representation of the abstinence until marriage theme. Entries may be submitted no later the Jan. 30th, 2006. A set of contest rules posted on the door of the Youth Office.

CTK SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP now meets in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of fun on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. Please join us on Thurs., Dec. 1st, from 1:00-4:00 in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of coffee and cards - pinochle, bridge, poker, or just to meet other seniors from CTK. Please park in the large parking lot,. Only use the inside parking lot if you are handicapped.

SCRAPBOOKING FOR SENIORS meets every Monday from 11:00-1:00 p.m., in the Chapel Meeting Room to compile a scrapbook of their most treasured memories and life stories. Parish Outreach will help you organize your photos, mementos, and thoughts. You'll receive a photo album, pen, tape for photographs and sheets to take home. Cost is $10 and you may join at any time. Call Keri Mayer (831-1246) for details.

ADVENT CHAMBER CONCERT SERIES
Enjoy special concerts during Advent on Sunday Mornings
from 10:25 to the start of the 11:00 am Mass
Concerts will feature musicians from
CTK Parish and other guest artists.

November 27 - (Lower Church)
Kelly Bochynski and Maggie Lubinski in recital

December 4 - (Lower Church)
Three Women of Bethlehem
Narrator & Three Women readers tell the Christmas story through narratives and songs.

December 11 - (Lower Church)
CTK Choirs: Youth, Middle School and Adult Choirs
Choirs will perform music of the season, featuring carol favorites and arrangements of Christmas Madrigals and folk carols from other countries.

December 18 - (Upper Church)
Pipe Organ Concert
Christina Shrewsbury, CTK Director of Music Ministry will perform works by Bach, Karg-Elert and seasonal favorites on the Möller Pipe Organ

Come, relax, listen and allow the beauty of this
holy season to enter into your heart


MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
¢ ALL those interested in participating with the Parish Choir for the upcoming season to attend Thursday Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. The next rehearsal is on Thurs. Dec. 1st.
¢ Holiday Singers for: Advent and Christmas Eve - These are very special opportunities to serve your parish with musical offerings. If you'd like to become a part of these celebrations, please call Christina Shrewsbury.
¢ Parish Youth Choir (Grades 1-5) - Next rehearsal is Friday, Nov. 18th from 2:30-3:30 in the Church Music Room. They will sing on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Come and join the singing and fun.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for love and kindness;
2) Thank you for safe travel;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"I am your hiding place, I will protect you from trouble and surround you with songs of deliverance … I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go … I will counsel you and watch over you. Rejoice in Me …" - Psalm 37:7-11

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR PARISH
¢ Habitat for Humanity is renovating a home in Buffalo. CTK has a group going on Wed.,
Nov. 30th. No experience necessary. Call Allison for details, carpools & directions. 839-5225.
¢ Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to drive their van to pick up donated furnishings
and construction materials to be sold at the new Habitat Restore at 501 Amherst Street. Hours flexible to suit you. If interested, call the store @ 852-6607.
¢ St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen - Come and volunteer your services at the St.
Vincent de Paul soup kitchen on Tues. 12/6 from 9am until 1pm. If you would like to join them please call Ceil Becker at 835-7826.
¢ Prayer Shawl Ministry - The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets every Wed. evening from 7-9
pm in the Church Library. Prayer Shawls are knit, blessed and given as gifts to parishioners who are shut-ins, have serious illnesses, or those who have a need to be wrapped in prayers. For details call Linda Maslona at 839-2363. If you can't participate, but wish to help, we would appreciate donations of 3 complete skeins of one color yarn, used to knit a prayer shawl.

AREA EVENTS
¢ St. Gregory's Holiday Craft Show - Nov. 25th (10am-4) & Nov. 26th (10am-3) -
Admission $1, children under 12 are free. Over 140 crafters; handmade gifts to give or keep!
¢ Marriage Encounter Weekend - Rekindle communication in your marriage - next
weekend Dec. 9-11, for info call 585-342-2430.

THANKSGIVING DAY - The Mass on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 24th will be at 9:00 a.m. only. Parishioners attending this mass are asked to bring canned goods to be used at the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room. Traditionally, the Thanksgiving Day collection is given to the St Vincent de Paul Society in our parish to help them carry out their good works for people in need. This is their main income for the year, and your monetary contributions are greatly appreciated. A special Thanksgiving Day envelope can be found in your packet of church envelopes. It may be returned on Thanksgiving Day or in the Sunday collection.

THANKSGIVING DAY FAMILY CHOIR - Teens, youth, moms & dads! All are invited to participate in the Thanksgiving Day Choir, singing hymns of thanksgiving at the 9:-00 a.m. Mass. If you can participate, please RSVP to Christina. All Voices are Welcome!

PARENTS NIGHT OUT - Again this year the CTK Youth Group will be hosting a Parents' Night Out for on Friday, Dec. 2nd for ALL CHILDREN of the parish in grades K-8. Work on your Christmas shopping or have a leisurely dinner out with your spouse or friends while your children enjoy Christmas crafts, games and refreshments.

BEREAVEMENT AND "GETTING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS" - When you're grieving the loss of a loved one, the holidays are a difficult time of the year. The Bereavement Committee will be offering "Getting Through the Holidays" discussion group on Tues., Dec. 6th at 7 pm in the Church Library. All are welcome. Please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363 by Fri., Dec. 2nd.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - On Sunday, Dec. 11th, after the 9:30 am Mass, the annual Breakfast with Santa will be held in the School Gym. All parishioners and their families are welcome. The cost is $3.50 for children and $4.50 for adults. Make you reservations by Thurs., Dec. 8th, by calling the school office at 839-0473 between 8:30 and 2:30 or by leaving a message on the answering machine. Payment will be collected at the door.

ROSARY AND ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON will be on Monday, Dec. 12th at Noon at Salvatore's Italian Garden. If you wish to attend, respond by Thurs, Dec. 8th by sending a $20 check made out to Christ the King, to Nancy Eberhard, 170 Ridgewood Dr., Amherst, NY 14226. Include your Meal Choice: Penne Pasta Ala Roma, or Chicken Wellington.


" I will rescue my sheep from every place where they were scattered when it was cloudy and dark." Ezekiel 34

Question of the Week: In whom do I find the face of Christ hardest to recognize?

Faith Response: The gospel gives us a checklist of responses to make this week. You may also want to consider making a personal list of destructive attitudes that threaten to align you with "the enemies of Christ." Increase your commitment to the first list, and decrease your allegiance to the second.

PARISH HOLIDAY OUTREACH PROJECTS
¢ THE CHRISTMAS TREE in the vestibule of the Upper Church will be serving two of our
holiday parish outreach projects:
The Giving Tree - Gifts (unwrapped) must be retuned by Sunday, Dec. 11th - The Annual CTK Giving Tree will be adorned with ornaments in the Upper Church vestibule on Thanksgiving weekend. You are welcomed to take an ornament and return the item listed on it, unwrapped, to the tree on or before Dec. 11th. Gifts will be delivered to the elderly residents at the Erie County Home in Alden for their Christmas celebration. A new gift option this year is a $5 certificate with which a resident can shop at the Home's store. Money for these can be labeled as such and placed in the collection basket next week or can be purchased after Masses on Dec. 3rd & 4th. The Erie County Home is grateful to our parish for reaching out to their community.
Mitten, Scarf & Hat Tree - Gifts must be returned by Sun., Dec. 18th - As in the past, we will be asking for mittens, gloves, scarves and hats, which will be given to St. Luke's Mission of Mercy, Immaculate Conception Church, where according to their Hispanic tradition, they will be distributed as gifts on Little Christmas (Epiphany on Jan. 8th)
¢ CHRISTMAS TOYS - this year the St. Vincent de Paul Society is again collecting toys for
needy children the weekends of Dec. 4thand 11th. Last year, the Society was able to collect and distribute over 1,000 toys for children in the Buffalo area. 17 Churches, most in the inner city, were recipients of the toys for distribution among their families. The toys may be brought to Church - wrapped or unwrapped - and placed in the boxes in the Church vestibule. If you choose to wrap the toy, kindly mark it for boy or girl and the age bracket. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - We will be decorating our Parish Facilities for the Christmas Holidays beginning on Saturday, Nov. 26th, at 9 am. On that day we will decorate the exterior of the church. This includes the roping around the Main Street and Lamarck Drive entrances, trimming two trees outside the Main Street entrance and hanging the large wreaths. We will gather in the Parish Library. On Dec. 22nd & 23rd at 9:00 am, we will be decorating the interiors of the Upper and Lower churches and the entranceways. We will use the Chapel Meeting Room as our gathering point. If you are interested in assisting with the decorations or have any questions, please contact Bob Kersten (839-2146) or Tom Wiktorski (833-8035).

MASS ON THANKSGIVING will at 9:00 a.m.; Mass on Friday will be at 8:00 a.m. only.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Nov. 19 - Weekday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Ed Schneggenburger - Family
SUN., Nov. 20 - Feast of Christ the King Upper 8:00 a.m. Edward Frontera - wife, Marie
Lower 9:30 In Honor of the Feast of Christ the King
Lower 11:00 Special Intention - The Fahey Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Carl V. Cole - Mary Cole

MON., Nov. 21 - Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
6:55 a.m. Ann Robinson - Dolores & Jim Scherer
8:00 Anthony and Lucy Suozzi - Grace Suozzi & Mary Mancini
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Nov. 22 - Cecilia, virgin, martyr
6:55 a.m. Ralph Jones - Alice & Gary Winslow
8:00 Eileen Barron Forgione - Mary Kay & Jim Walczak
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Nov. 23 - Clement, pope, martyr; Columban, abbot; Bl. Miguel Agustin Pro,
priest, martyr
6:55 a.m. Pasquale Buttino - The Bochynski Family
8:00 Michael Perry - Helen Peck
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Nov. 24 - Thanksgiving Day
Andrew Dung-Lac & companions, martyrs
9:00 a.m. Intentions of the St. Vincent de Paul Society
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 9:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Nov. 25 - Catherine of Alexandria, virgin, martyr
No 6:55 a.m. Mass
8:00 John J. Horan - The Horan Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

SAT., Nov. 26 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Margaret Donlon - Pat & Marcia Donlon

SUN., Nov. 27 - First Sunday of Advent Upper 8:00 a.m. Carrie Quintilone - Family
Lower 9:30 Leo McCready - The Peason Family
Lower 11:00 The Klipfel Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Frank Piddisi - Michael & Esther

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS

TODAY: First Sunday of Advent
1st Reading - Isaiah 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7
2nd Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Gospel - Mark 13:33-37

NEXT SUNDAY: Second Sunday of Advent
1st Reading - Isaiah 40:-5, 9-11
2nd Reading - 2 Peter 3:8-14
Gospel - Mark 1:1-8

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Faiza Alnakeeb, Luanne Auriemma, Charlie Basil, Linda Beardi, Andrew Benbenek, Johanna Bergstrom, Walt Bissett, Jenna Boguhn, Patrick Bohen, Maria Borowski, Alexis Bruno, Dale Carlos, Angela Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Marlene Cressman, Shalet DiCapito, Sarah DiNatale, Ronald Donnelly, Joe Drew, Mary Drew, Marybeth Drozda, Mary Fazekas, Jimmy Fiore, Fred Floss, Elizabeth Margaret Foster, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Robert Giolando, Sr. Marie Dolores Gionta, OSF, Eleanor Gottstein, Ruth Grow, Fran Growe, Rita Guaftaferro, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Martha Johns, John Kaczorowski, Anita Keenen, Jim Keenen, Franz Kiefer, Emma Jean Kingston, Geraldine Klipfel, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Bill Lalli, Jr., Richard LaMendola, Margaret Lennon, John Lintner, James Mahoney, Arthur Maloney, Marie Marzolino, Leo Masgula, Sister Betty McTarnaghan, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Brenda Messina, Victor Molfese, Beverly Mooney, Teresa Newland, Lew Novotny, Emily Olkowski, Anne Ortolani, Becky Osvath, Josephine Paolucci, Maureen Parish, Ernest Pearch, Concetta Petrie, Patricia Pfalzer, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Isabelle Katherine Robida, Stephen E. Rubach, Tina Scalia, George Ryan Scandurra, Donna Shepherd, Marcia Sickau, Lorraine Singleton, Robert Singleton, William N. Smith, Mary Snyder, George Strubel, Julie Styrzo, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Elizabeth Thomas, Emily Thomas, Amy Tiede, Al Trybus, Dennis Valenti, Edgar Villa, Joseph Vastola, Edgar Villa, Sally Waterman, Kevin Weidner, Sr. Mary Ann Weldon RSM, Arthur Wenerowicz, Donald Westendorf, Paul Whelan, Michael White, Msgr. Robert Williamson, Norma Wind, Sister Arthur Wingerter, Grace Wolcott, Sharon Wrzosek, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends, especially:
Richard Barton (husband of Bernadette), Delores Maringer, and Frances Geraldine Waggoner;
…victims of natural disasters;
…an end to abortion, infanticide, and euthanasia;
…our service men and women and their families;
…all who have died in the Iraqi conflict;
…peace on earth;

WEDDING BANNS
3rd - Katherine Galanis and Michael Verni

HAPPY BIRTHDAY
FATHER JOE
DECEMBER 4TH

ADVENT
The First Sunday of Advent marks the beginning of a journey, a joyful time of anticipation. The season of Advent/Christmas invites the disciples of Jesus to be a joyful people. As the scripture readings are experienced each Sunday, it is very clear that the Christian is urged to rejoice. This special season, the time of the birth of the Christ child, the incarnate Son of God, also contains constant reminders why one should rejoice. Since it is so evident during this season that God loves each and every person, all are urged to hold joy in our hearts, an abiding joy even though there may be difficulties in our lives. Joy is the theme of the angels: "Do not be afraid; for behold, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is Christ and Lord" (Luke 2:10-11). Let us all use Advent to prepare for this joyful day!

THE LITTLE BLUE BOOK for Advent and Christmas season is available to help you prepare for Christmas and to give you an opportunity to improve your prayer life. There is a six-minute reflection for each day. The books are in the back of the Church.

FIRST FRIDAY - Friday of this week is the First Friday for the month of December. Masses will be at 6:55 and 8:45 a.m. After the 8:45 Mass the Rosary and Altar Society will recite the Rosary and will then go to the Wehrle Restaurant for a Dutch-treat breakfast. For reservations, please call Virginia Harder at 839-0230 before noon on Thursday, Dec. 2nd. ALL WOMEN OF THE PARISH ARE WELCOME.

CHRISTMAS CARD SALE - The Respect Life Committee will sell Christmas Cards after Masses this weekend. Cards range in price from $5 to $15 per pack. There are many beautiful varieties to choose from.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS will be sold by Boy Scout Troop #431, which includes boys from CTK Parish. The decorated fresh Christmas wreaths will be sold outside the doors of the church at all Masses today and next weekend, Dec. 3rd & 4th, $18 for a large size wreath.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT - Again this year the CTK Youth Group will be hosting a Parents' Night Out for on Friday, Dec. 2nd from 6:30-9:00 p.m. for ALL CHILDREN of the parish in grades K-8. Work on your Christmas shopping or have a leisurely dinner out with your spouse or friends while your children enjoy Christmas crafts, games and refreshments.

A SCRIPTURE AND PRAYER GROUP for men, is now offered on the 2nd and 4th Monday evenings of the month, in the Msgr. McMahon Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. using the Little Rock Scripture Study as a guide. Mark's Gospel, will be the focus for this study. An invitation to pray with other Catholic Men from 8:15-9:00 p.m. is also extended. If you wish to participate call Deacon Norm at 839-0322. The next session is on Mon., Nov. 28th

CTK SENIOR CITIZENS GROUP now meets in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of fun on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month. Please join us on Thurs., Dec. 1st, from 1:00-4:00 in the Chapel Meeting Room for an afternoon of coffee and cards - pinochle, bridge, poker, or just to meet other seniors from CTK. Please park in the large parking lot,. Only use the inside parking lot if you are handicapped.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA - On Sunday, Dec. 11th, after the 9:30 am Mass, the annual Breakfast with Santa will be held in the School Gym. All parishioners and their families are welcome. The cost is $3.50 for children and $4.50 for adults. Make you reservations by Thurs., Dec. 8th, by calling the school office at 839-0473 between 8:30 and 2:30 or by leaving a message on the answering machine. Payment will be collected at the door.

ROSARY AND ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON will be on Monday, Dec. 12th at Noon at Salvatore's Italian Garden. If you wish to attend, respond by Thurs, Dec. 8th by sending a $20 check made out to Christ the King, to Nancy Eberhard, 170 Ridgewood Dr., Amherst, NY 14226. Include your Meal Choice: Penne Pasta Ala Roma, or Chicken Wellington.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS - On Dec. 22nd & 23rd at 9:00 am, we will be decorating the interiors of the Upper and Lower churches and the entranceways. We will use the Chapel Meeting Room as our gathering point. If you are interested in assisting with the decorations or have any questions, please contact Bob Kersten (839-2146) or Tom Wiktorski (833-8035).

PARISH HOLIDAY OUTREACH PROJECTS
¢ THE GIVING TREE - Gifts (unwrapped) must be retuned by Sunday, Dec. 11th - The Annual CTK Giving Tree will be adorned with ornaments in the Upper Church vestibule on Thanksgiving weekend. You are welcomed to take an ornament and return the item listed on it, unwrapped, to the tree on or before Dec. 11th. Gifts will be delivered to the elderly residents at the Erie County Home in Alden for their Christmas celebration. A new gift option this year is a $5 certificate with which a resident can shop at the Home's store. Money for these can be labeled as such and placed in the collection basket next week or can be purchased after Masses on Dec. 3rd & 4th. The Erie County Home is grateful to our parish for reaching out to their community.
¢ MITTEN, SCARF & HAT TREE - Gifts must be returned by Sun., Dec. 18th - As in the past, we will be asking for mittens, gloves, scarves and hats, which will be given to St. Luke's Mission of Mercy, Immaculate Conception Church, where according to their Hispanic tradition, they will be distributed as gifts on Little Christmas (Epiphany on Jan. 8th)
¢ CHRISTMAS TOYS - this year the St. Vincent de Paul Society is again collecting toys for
needy children the weekends of Dec. 4thand 11th. Last year, the Society was able to collect and distribute over 1,000 toys for children in the Buffalo area. 17 Churches, most in the inner city, were recipients of the toys for distribution among their families. The toys may be brought to Church - wrapped or unwrapped - and placed in the boxes in the Church vestibule. If you choose to wrap the toy, kindly mark it for boy or girl and the age bracket. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

" Jesus said to this disciple: "Be watchful! Be alert! You do not know when the time will come."

Question of the Week: What are three good reasons to wait in joyful hope this Advent?

Faith Response: "We wait in joyful hope." These are the words we use at Mass to describe the anticipation of the People of God. It is a joyful hope, because what we are waiting for is the arrival of absolute good. Practice joy this Advent season: joy to you, and joy to the world.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:
1) Thank you for watching over my son on his trip;
2) Thank you for my daughter's success on her exam;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND
1 HOUR WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"Teach me, Father, to value each day, to live, to love, to laugh, to play." - Kathi Mills

JOURNEY IN FAITH AND GRACE
The Diocesan Vision Statement: The Buffalo Diocese will be a vibrant, welcoming, Eucharistic-centered faith community reflective of God's love for us all and our love for our neighbor mirrored in justice, compassion, understanding, holiness, solidarity, and peace. The laity will exercise their baptismal call to ministry and in accord with their charisma, competence, and training, will work collaboratively with the clergy to minister to the People of God. Restructured parishes and schools will give evidence to the good stewardship of our resources while creating vibrant parish communities and academically excellent, fiscal sound schools. The diocese will continue to read the signs of the times and make every effort to respond to emerging needs.

OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR PARISH - Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers to drive their van to pick up donated furnishings and construction materials to be sold at the new Habitat Restore at 501 Amherst Street. Hours flexible to suit you. If interested, call the store @ 852-6607. St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen - Come and volunteer your services at the St. Vincent de Paul soup kitchen on Tues. Dec. 6th from 9am until 1pm. If you would like to join them please call Ceil Becker at 835-7826.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, Nov. 28th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:15 pm

VOCATION VIEW - The season of Advent calls us to be vigilant in anticipation of the Master's return so that we live each day according to the teaching of Christ. Some are called to teach, preach & witness those teachings as priests and religious. God may be calling you to a Church vocation. If you think God is calling you, call Fr Leon at 847-5535.

CTK SCHOOL
¢ Mon., Nov. 28th - Grades K, 1 & 2 will go to Kleinhans to see "If you Give a Mouse a Cookie"
¢ Fri., Dec. 2nd - Students will attend Mass at 8:45 am prepared by 8th Grade
-- Noon Dismissal

YOUTH NEWS
For info on items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
¢ Youth Group Meeting - Sunday, Dec. 4that 10:30 in the Church Library. Any interested High School Teens are invited.
¢ Diocesan Youth Convention - This annual 3-day event takes place from Feb. 17th- 19th (on Presidents Day Weekend) at Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. Approximately 900 teens from all over the Diocese attend this weekend, which includes workshops, special liturgies, dances, a coffee house, and awards. This is a great opportunity to come with your friends to learn more about your Catholic faith, meet new people, and increase your understanding of the role of young people in our Church. For more details come to our Dec. 4th Youth Group Meeting.
¢ Parents Night Out - High School Volunteers are needed on Friday, Dec. 2nd from 5:30-9:30 to help out with the activities during the annual Parents' Night Out. Please call if you can help.

MUSIC MINISTRY
Questions? Please call Christina Shrewsbury, Dir. of Music Ministry at CTK at 839-1430/ext. 212.
¢ ALL those interested in participating with the Parish Choir for the upcoming season to attend Thursday Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in the Church Music Room. The next rehearsal is on Thurs. Dec. 1st.
¢ Holiday Singers for: Advent and Christmas Eve - These are very special opportunities to serve your parish with musical offerings. If you'd like to become a part of these celebrations, please call Christina Shrewsbury.
¢ Parish Youth Choir (Grades 1-5) - Next rehearsal is Friday, Nov. 18th from 2:30-3:30 in the Church Music Room. They will sing on the 2nd Sunday of each month at the 9:30 a.m. Mass. Come and join the singing and fun.

GIRL SCOUT CRAFT FAIR: Sat. Dec. 3rd from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at St. Leo the Great Church (885 Sweethome Rd). Plenty of handmade gifts ranging in price from $1 to $10.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., Nov. 26 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Margaret Donlon - Pat & Marcia Donlon
SUN., Nov. 27 - First Sunday of Advent Upper 8:00 a.m. Carrie Quintilone - Family
Lower 9:30 Leo McCready - The Peason Family
Lower 11:00 The Klipfel Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. ANNIV. Frank Piddisi - Michael & Esther

MON., Nov. 28 - Advent Weekday, First Week of Advent
6:55 a.m. Earl Schunk - Donna Juenker
8:00 Catherine Bower - The Nazareth Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

TUES., Nov. 29 - Advent Weekday, First Week of Advent
6:55 a.m. The Intentions Myra Leed - The Leed Family
8:00 Sara Provenzo and Connie Blackowski - Family
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

WED., Nov. 30 - Andrew, apostle
6:55 a.m. Josephine LaPoint - Jeann Huntley
8:00 Leo Barron - Wife & children
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., Dec. 1 - Advent Weekday, First Week of Advent
6:55 a.m. Catherine Bohen - Mr. & Mrs. William Purcell
8:00 ANNIV. Mary Syracuse - Josephine Syracuse
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 9:00 a.m. Mass

FRI., Dec. 2 - Advent Weekday, First Week of Advent
6:55 a.m. John T. Masterson - Rosalie Tribunella
**8:45 Cecelia Beckinhausen - Rosary and Altar Society
*Rosary prayed for World Peace after 8:00 am Mass

SAT., Dec. 3 - St. Francis Xavier, priest
2:00 p.m. WEDDING Katherine Galanis and Michael Verni
4:30 p.m. Rachel Fodero - The Switala Family
SUN., Dec. 4 - Second Sunday of Advent Upper 8:00 a.m. August and Phyllis Russo - Tom & Renée Villa
Lower 9:30 ANNIV. Ernest Sandretto - The Family
Lower 11:00 Isabelle Baumann - Melvin Pauly
Upper 12:15 p.m. James Whitehead - Bill, Nance, & Virginia Huber