Bulletins for Nov. 2002

Bulletins for week of November 10, 17, 24


BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF November 3, 2002 CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING, 30 LAMARCK DR 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time"

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Thirty First Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Malachi 1:14b-2:2b, 8-10
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 2:7b-99, 13
Gospel - Matthew 23:1-12

NEXT SUNDAY: Thirty Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Wisdom 6:12-16
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Gospel - Matthew 25:1-13

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Tony Babich, Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Monica Q. Barton, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Keith Burkhardt, Marian Coniglio, James Coppola, Josephine Coppola, Jaina Daniak, Shalet DiCapito, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Salvatore Ferro, David Foster, Edward Frontera, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Mary Nathan, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Gloria Ortolano, Josephine Paolucci, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Donald Schwach, Marcia Sickau, Rev. Msgr. Francis Sorci, Antonietta Suriani, Pat Szymczyk, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Allison Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, Albert Zimmerman & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Thomas Cartney (father of Joan Schmitt), John Hamacher, and Michael Josa (son of Anthony & Barbara Josa)
…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.

LIFE'S A CAKE

1 cup good thoughts 2 cups sacrifice
1 cup kind deeds 2 cups well-beaten faults
1 cup consideration for others 3 cups forgiveness

Mix thoroughly.
Add tears of Joy, Sorrow and Sympathy.
Flour with Love and Kindly service.
Fold in Prayer and Faith.
Pour all into your daily life.
Bake with the heart of Human Kindness.
Serve with a smile.
Serves all the Starved Souls who hunger.

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
The Rosary & Altar Society will be selling books after masses TODAY for $23. Books will then be available only in the Rectory - Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:00 - until November 8th. The supply is limited, when they are all sold, they're gone.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Our Bereavement Support Group is currently underway. Please keep all of our participants in your prayers during the coming weeks as they continue through their grief journey. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one and would like to take part in our Support Group every other Wednesday evening, please contact Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Our next session will be Tuesday, Nov. 5th at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library (enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr.). For more info, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY
Next Sunday, November 10, is Holy Name Sunday. Holy Name Members and their friends will attend the 8:00 am Mass together. After mass, coffee, bagels and donuts will be served in the Church Library. All parish members are invited to attend.

LADIES NIGHT OUT
"Ladies Night Out" is held every other Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library. The next meetings will be on Tuesday, Nov. 12th & 26th. All those "crafty" ladies of the parish (young and old) can come together for a night to get to know one another, socialize and work on your knitting, crocheting, needlepoint or whatever. We will be working on Christmas projects for area hospitals and Hospice. We can even start making our mittens for the Christmas Mitten and Hat Tree. If you think you might be interested in attending, or have any questions or ideas, call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

5TH - 8TH GRADE PROGRAM
Save these dates! Our first meeting will be on Friday, November 15th at 7:00 in the Gym, and the annual Parents-Night-Out will take place on December 6th. More information will be coming soon. Questions? Call Debbi at 834-3586.

ROSARY & ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
All the women of the parish are invited to a Christmas luncheon to take place at Salvatore's Italian Garden on Tuesday, Dec. 10th at 12 Noon. To reserve a place, please send a check for $18, written to Christ the King Church, to: Angela Coppola - 64 Bridle Path - Williamsville, NY 14221. Reservations must be received by Friday, Nov. 29,

BABYSITTER NEEDED!
The Women of Grace Bible Study meets two Mondays a month from 9:30-11:00 am. We have one babysitter, but are looking for another person to help out. If you are interested, please contact Maureen Pratt at 836-0736.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Classes for Monday, Nov. 4th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 pm
Grades 6 & 8: 7:00-8:30 p.m.

The following students will be meeting today, Sunday, Nov. 3rd:
Grade 9 - Mrs. May's class;
Grade 10 - Mr. & Mrs. Prout's and Mr. & Mrs. Fahey's classes.

Grade 10 Enrollment Mass: will take place at the 9:30 am Mass, today. At this time, the students in our 10th grade program will be officially accepted as "candidates" for the reception of the sacrament. They will take part in the "Rite of Enrollment" as a sign of their being elected or "accepted" by the community to receive this sacrament. As candidates, they enter a final preparation, including completion of service projects. We ask that our Parish community, pray for these candidates as they prepare for this sacrament.

Parent Meeting - Grade 3 - Monday, Nov. 4th at 7:00 pm in the Upper Church. It is important that each family have a representative present at these informational meetings. Letters were mailed in regard to these meetings.

CTK SCHOOL
" Tuesday - Grade 3 - 2-Smart-2-Start Presentation
" Wednesday - Report Cards Distributed
" Thursday - Noon Dismissal for Students / Parent-Teacher Conferences
" Friday - No School for Students / Parent-Teacher Conferences
" Monday - No School - Veterans Day

A VOCATION VIEW
In You, Lord, I have found my peace. Is the Lord calling me to be a peacemaker? If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

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 son through a difficult situation.
2) Thank you for hearing my prayers.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
There are times when God sends thunder to stir us. Sometimes, God sends blessings to lure us. At other times, God sends nothing but silence, and honors us with the freedom to choose. There are many things in our lives over which we have no choice: our looks, our intelligence our family. God's gift of free will allows us to choose where we will spend eternity. (Alaska Radio Mission, July, 2002).

GOD'S WILL OR WISHFUL THINKING
If you are someone you know has ever wondered whether something was really God's will, plan to attend "Come and See" on Thurs., Nov. 7th at 7:30 pm in St. Benedict's Church. Msgr. William Stanton will explore the question "What is your image of God?" Table topics include: bereavement, divorce & separation, annulments, bible basics, prayer, interfaith marriage, Catholic singles, women in the church, confession, answering Fundamentalist questions, and what Catholics really believe. Referrals to parishes and priests will be available. No cost, No reservations required. For information call 565-2525.

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).
" Annual Teen Lock-in - Friday, Nov. 8th at 7 pm to Sat., Nov. 9 ending at 8 am. Join us
for workshops, music, food, a special evening mass, games and prizes. Due to the popularity of this event, we encourage any interested high school teens to call as soon as possible to register. Registration is limited. Cost is $5 plus a small food item you will be asked to bring upon registration. Permission slips are required and can be turned in the night of the Lock-In and can be found in the back of the church.
" Service at St. Vincent de Paul - Sat. morning, Nov. 23rd. We are in need of teens to
help sort and organize clothing at the St. Vincent de Paul Store. This is a great service project where help is badly needed. Please call if interested.
" Buffalo Sabers Game - Wed., Nov. 27th - Sabers will face-off against the Tampa Bay
Lightening at 7 pm. Tickets are $19 for the 300 level (a $6 savings). Your purchase supports programs for the Diocesan Youth Department. Deadline for ticket orders is Nov. 18th. Call one of the numbers above.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES & UB SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK is looking for Families to participate in a Research Study to help prevent alcohol or drug use among children. Eligible families include a child aged 9-12 who has a parent with alcohol problem. Benefits include: Cash each time you answer a questionnaire, & one of two family programs that teach valuable ways to improve family life. For info call Families Working Together at 829-2220.

AROUND THE AREA
" Caregiver Support Education Series: Sisters Hospital (5th Floor Rm A), Nov. 6 -
Knowing your limits; Nov. 14 - Dealing with Change; and Nov. 20 - Your Emotional Well Being. Series is Free, Reservations Required - Contact 856-4494, ext 3010.
" Happy Hour South - Crossroads, a Catholic community of single, widowed, divorced or
separated adults (40 years and older), a social on Nov. 6th from 4-7 pm at Tony Romes's
(1537 Union Road, West Seneca). For info call Betty at 675-3482.
" Catholic Biblical Studies Program - Fall Study Day on Nov. 9 from 8;30am-3pm at Villa
Maria Academy Athletic Center. $35 pre-registration fee required. Call 674-6772 or 871-9180
" Marriage Encounter Weekend - Nov. 8-10 (in Chatauqua) and Dec. 6-8 (in Batavia). For
more info call 585-872-3180, 607-776-4870, or log on at www.me-wny.org .
" Chinese Super-Auction - Nov. 10th , 2-5pm - Fr. Justin K of C Hall (2735 Union Rd.) to
benefit Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service. Admission - $5. For more info call 668-8888.
" Spaghetti Dinner - Nov. 17th from Noon-6pm - Main-Transit Fire Hall to benefit the
Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Divine Child. Tickets are $6.50, or $6 pre-sale. For pre-sale tickets call Sr. Concetta DeFelice at 632-3144 or Jerry Gentile at 689-8184.
" Community Thanksgiving Service - Tuesday, Nov. 26th at 7:00 pm at Ascension
Lutheran Church (corner Main & Burroughs). The service will include prayers, scripture reading & song. Bring an offering of canned goods for the community pantry.
" RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. If you feel your marriage is sinking
or needs a lifeline call for more info: Bill & Jane at 652-7138 or Frank & Ange at 668-9068 or visit www.Retrouvaille.org. The next weekend is Feb. 7, 8 & 9. All inquires are confidential.

CTK PARISH SWEEPSTAKES
You can still return your Parish Sweepstakes tickets. The drawing is November 23rd. The Grand Prize is $2,500 with 12 other prizes. Your participation enables the Church to continue to fund programs at both the Church and School. You can return your tickets by mail, in the weekend collection basket, or in the Rectory mail slot. Remember to mark your calendar for November 23rd for the Sweepstakes Drawing Party. It will be held in Mooney Hall (School Gym) at 7:30 pm, following the 7:00 mass. Details will follow soon. Thanks for your support.

MUSIC MINISTRY
¢ Parish Choir - The 4-part mixed choir will rehearse on Thursday, Nov. 7th. Rehearsals
are at 7 pm in the Music Room. Preparation for 0Feast of Christ the King, and Advent are underway.
¢ A Family Choir is being formed for Thanksgiving Day Mass at 10 am mass. If you are
available to sing or play an instrument, please see Christina immediately.
¢ CTK Youth Choir - For children in grades 1-6 is held on Friday, at 2:30 pm in the Church
Music Room. Join us in the fun.
¢ Cantor: Cantor positions are available. If you are interested, please contact Christina to
warm up your vocal skills at 839-1430, ext 212.
¢ Hymn Workshops - The last workshop featuring hymns and songs from our music
materials will be held in the Music Room on Sat., Nov. 9th at 1:30 pm. This workshop is open to ALL parishioners & participation is encouraged to learn more about the music of our faith.
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.

40TH ANNIVERSARY CATHEDRAL ORGAN RECITAL
The community is invited to a Cathedral Organ recital, featuring Christina Shrewsbury, Director of Music at CTK, and the music of Felix Mendelssohn. It will be held on Friday, Nov. 15th beginning a 12:30 pm, at St. Paul's Cathedral (Church & Pearl Streets). No admission fee.

"IN REGARD TO THE HUMAN EMBRYO"
…science has now demonstrated that it is a human individual who possesses his own identity from conception. therefore, it is logical to exact that this identity be legally recognized, above all in its fundamental right to life…" - Pope John Paul II, Angelus address, Feb. 3, 2002

ACTION REQUEST: THE BAN ON PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTONS
The CTK Respect Life Committee is requesting all parishioners to contact our Senators, and let them know that all life is precious.
" The US House of Representatives passed the Ban on Partial-Birth Abortion, 274 to 151;
" The Bill now goes to the US Senate;
" Contact your US Senators and urge them to vote for the Ban on Partial-Birth Abortion;
" Capitol switchboard number (202)224-3121;
" Charles Schumer: Local phone number - 846-4111; e-mail- senator@schumer.senate.gov;
" Hillary Clinton: Local phone number - 854-9725; e-mail - senator@clinton.senate.gov.

101.7 FM CATHOLIC RADIO FUNDRAISER -
Listen to 101.7 FM WLOF on Nov. 15th & 16th for their Fall Fundraiser. The grand prize giveaway is a trip for two to Rome, Italy, including a tour of Rome and a papal audience. Hosts include WLOF's own Gregg Prince, Diocesan Dir. of Communications Kevin Keenan, Channel Seven's Linda Pellegrino, and Channel Two's Kevin O'Connell. Guests include Bishop Henry J. Mansell, several priests from the diocese, & many other local and national Catholic personalities. To donate that weekend, call 565-1017.

C'MON OVER AND BRING THE KIDS.
-GOD

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., November 2 - Vigil Masses for 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 p.m. William Swartzenburg - Mr. & Mrs. Howard Newhouse
Upper 7:00 Barbara Schaefer - Family

SUN., November 3 - 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Audrey Dahler - Family
Lower 9:30 People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 11:00 Fritz and Marion Yerke - Bob, Linda & Lisa Yerke
Upper 12:15 p.m. Ruth Cecala - son, Frank

MON., November 4 - Charles Borromeo, bishop
6:55 a.m. Bernice Shuler - Family
8:00 Ross DiNatale - Sarah DiNatale
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., November 5 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. John Baron - Agnes Baron
8:00 Patrick McGeever - The McGeever Family

WED., November 6 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Edwin and Gertrude Manning - Family
8:00 Michael Syracuse - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., November 7 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Stella Cumella & Janet Rossi - Family
8:00 Sister Columba McGillicuddy - Family

FRI., November 8 - Weekday, 31st Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Mass of Thanksgiving - The Murray Family
8:00 Isabelle Baumann - Melvin Pauly

SAT., November 9 - Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
8:00 a.m. John W. & Ella V. Connor - Mary Cole
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Floyd Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon
Upper 7:00 James Coppola - Bob and Molly Drozda

SUN., November 10 - 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. Deacon Robert J. MacCulley - Marie Leamy
Lower 9:30 Norman Crowe, Sr. - Family
Lower 11:00 John Flood - The Smith Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF November 10, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

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

NEXT SUNDAY: Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Proverbs 31:10-13,19-20,30-31
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel - Matthew 25:14-30

IN YOUR PRAYERS…
…Please pray for the sick of the parish, especially:
Tony Babich, Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Monica Q. Barton, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Keith Burkhardt, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Jaina Daniak, Shalet DiCapito, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Salvatore Ferro, David Foster, Edward Frontera, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Gloria Ortolano, Josephine Paolucci, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Donald Schwach, Marcia Sickau, Rev. Msgr. Francis Sorci, Antonietta Suriani, Pat Szymczyk, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Allison Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko, Albert Zimmerman & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Stanley Stuart Moll (father of Christina Moll), Mildred Moore (mother of William Moore), Mary Nathan, Earl Schunk (brother-in-law of Jack & Corinne Shepherd), and Daniel G. Wold (father of Rev. Joseph Wolf).
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Allison Julia Howard, daughter of Karen (Siembida) & David Howard; and Natalie Elizabeth Gasiecki, and Grace Isabelle Gasiecki, daughters of Heather (Goulding) & John Gasiecki, who were baptized last Sunday in our Church.

JOIN US AS WE SAY GOOD-BYE TO FATHER DAVID
Father David Bellittiere's time with us at Christ the King has unfortunately come to an end. After almost eight years at our parish as parochial vicar, Father David has been transferred to Holy Trinity Church in Dunkirk, New York (just a 1-hour drive down the Thruway!) where he has been named temporary Administrator.

We are having a Reception for Fr. David on Sunday, November 24th from 230 to 4:30 p.m. in the School Gym. Please join us as we wish Fr. David well.

If you want to send Fr. David a card to wish him well, you can contact him at:
Father David Bellittiere
Holy Trinity
1032 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, New York 14048

PRE-BAPTISMAL CLASS
The next pre-baptismal class will be offered on Wednesday, November 13th in the Church Library. The pre-baptismal class is required before your child can be baptized. If you are planning to attend, please call the Rectory at 839-1430 to make a reservation. Please enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Drive.

BIBLE BUDDIES
You and your pre-school children, ages 2-4 are invited to join us on either Wednesday, Nov. 13th or Thursday, Nov. 14th, from 10:00-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel Meeting Room (please enter through the little door under the overhang, between the Church and the School. We will share a story with you and help you to learn more about God and the Bible, and you will make something special to bring home with you. The two sessions offered each month are identical, so you may attend either. Please contact Adele Kraus at 839-5340 for more details.

RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION)
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults - RCIA - is a process where adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process might be right for you.
On Sunday, Nov. 24th, the Feast of Christ the King, six RCIA candidates - James Dailey, Karen Gould, Paul Griebner, Debra Pietrzyk, Matthew Pietrzyk and Pamela Tojek - will continue their faith journey through the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens. During this liturgical rite, the candidates express and the Church accepts their intention to respond to God's call to follow the way of Christ. we also welcome our participants - Nancy Leed and David Miller - as they continue to update and learn more about our Catholic faith. God showers His grace on the candidates and participants and we ask that you pray for them as they continue their journey. More information regarding the mass time on Nov. 24th will be in next week's bulletin. This mass will be followed by a reception where you can meet the candidates and their sponsors and welcome them into our church community. Together we will grow in faith as we share our experience of Christ with them.

5TH - 8TH GRADE PROGRAM
Students in Grades 5-8 are invited to bring a parent and join us as we celebrate the bounty of fall! We will do some apple cooking, enjoy a snack, play games, and have a great time. Please join us on Friday, November 15th, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the School Gym. - Parents, if you are interested in getting more involved, please contact Debbi Testa at 834-3586. Watch for details regarding Parents Night Out on December 6th.

LADIES NIGHT OUT
Christmas is coming! it's time to start all those "crafty" projects we usually save for the last minute - mittens & socks for our giving tree, baptismal bibs, ornaments, etc. And to all the youth that put together the baskets for the homebound - what better time to start putting ideas together. Come and join us every other Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library and bring all your creative ideas. Our next get-together will be this Tuesday, Nov. 12th. For any questions, call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
There will be no Religious Education classes on Monday, November 11th. Classes will resume on Monday, November 18t.

Grade 9 & 10
Classes will meet today, Sunday, Nov. 10th. Teachers have contacted students in regard to time and place of class. Mrs. Porto and Dr. & Mrs. Peer's class will meet on Sunday, Nov. 17th.

CTK SCHOOL
The Community Outreach Group will be making up bags of toiletry items for those in need. We are now accepting donations of these items. We are also beginning our annual Thanksgiving food collection to benefit St Vincent de Paul.
" Monday - No School - Veterans Day
" Tuesday - 8th Grade - Lancaster Opera House
" Wednesday - Community Outreach Group Meets
" Wednesday & Thursday - Grade 5 takes the NYS Social Studies Test
" Friday - 5th - 8th Grade Program 7:00 pm - School Gym

A VOCATION VIEW
Oil and time: light and patience - requirements for discipleship. Keep your eyes open! In time, you will see what you are called to do. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

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).

" Service at St. Vincent de Paul - Sat. morning, Nov. 23rd. We are in need of teens to
help sort and organize clothing at the St. Vincent de Paul Store. This is a great service project where help is badly needed. Please call if interested.

" Buffalo Sabres Game - Wed., Nov. 27th - Sabres will face-off against the Tampa Bay Lightening at 7 pm. Tickets
are $19 for the 300 level (a $6 savings). Your purchase supports programs for the Diocesan Youth Department. Deadline for ticket orders is Nov. 18th. Call one of the numbers above.

MUSIC MINISTRY
¢ Parish Choir - The 4-part mixed choir will rehearse on Thursday, Nov. 14th. Rehearsals
are at 7 pm in the Music Room. Preparation for 0Feast of Christ the King, and Advent are underway.

¢ A Family Choir is being formed for Thanksgiving Day Mass at 10 am mass. If you are
available to sing or play an instrument, please see Christina immediately.

¢ CTK Youth Choir - For children in grades 1-6 is held on Friday, at 2:30 pm in the Church
Music Room. Join us in the fun.

¢ Cantor: Cantor positions are available. If you are interested, please contact Christina to
warm up your vocal skills at 839-1430, ext 212.

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 - ORGAN CRAWLS
Now that we have learned about some basics of pipe organ sound, wouldn't you like to explore being the organist yourself?! Please come up to the Organ Loft following the 12:15 p.m. mass or to the side aisle following the 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. masses and get "up close and personal" with the King of instruments.

AROUND THE AREA
" Craft Show - Nov. 10th - 10am-4pm- at St. Mary's School in Swormville. Admission-$1
" Chinese Super-Auction - Nov. 10th , 2-5pm - Fr. Justin K of C Hall (2735 Union Rd.) to
benefit Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service. Admission - $5. For more info call 668-8888.
" Girls of Italy 39th Annual Fashion Show - Nov. 19th - Cocktails-6pm, Dinner-7pm; at
Marriott (1340 Millersport Hwy), Tickets call 685-1140. Benefits Catholic Orphanage in Italy.
" Caregiver Support Education Series: Sisters Hospital (5th Floor Rm A), Nov. 14 -
Dealing with Change; and Nov. 20 - Your Emotional Well Being. Series is Free, Reservations Required - Contact 856-4494, ext 3010.
" Spaghetti Dinner - Nov. 17th from Noon-6pm - Main-Transit Fire Hall to benefit the
Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Divine Child. Tickets are $6.50, or $6 pre-sale. For pre-sale tickets call Sr. Concetta DeFelice at 632-3144 or Jerry Gentile at 689-8184.
" Community Thanksgiving Service - Tuesday, Nov. 26th at 7:00 pm at Ascension
Lutheran Church (corner Main & Burroughs). The service will include prayers, scripture reading & song. Bring an offering of canned goods for the community pantry.
" Healing Mass & Novena to St. Padre Pio - Nov. 27th at 7 pm at Holy Name of Jesus
Church (1947 Bialy Ave.) Relic of St. Padre Pio available for veneration); handicapped accessible & secured parking.
" RETROUVAILLE is a program for troubled marriages. If you feel your marriage is sinking
or needs a lifeline call for more info: Bill & Jane at 652-7138 or Frank & Ange at 668-9068 or visit www.Retrouvaille.org. The next weekend is Feb. 7, 8 & 9. All inquires are confidential.

CHRIST THE KING SWEEPSTAKES PARTY
The CTK Sweepstakes Party is on Saturday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m. (following the 7:00 p.m. mass) in Mooney Hall (School Gym). The cost is $15 per person, which includes food, drinks, music, and a Chinese Auction along with the prize drawings for the Sweepstakes. All parishioners are invited. Return your reservation in an envelope addressed to Sweepstakes Party, along with your name, number attending and the money - and return it in the Church collection basket, or send it to the Rectory. It is not too late for you to turn in your sweepstakes tickets also. It promises to be a fun night and we hope to see you there!

BEREAVEMENT AND "GETTING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS"
Perhaps the most difficult time of the year for a family struggling with the loss of a loved one is the holiday season. More than any other time, it brings to mind memories of years past. We, at Christ the King, would like to be able to help you through this time. There will be a discussion group on "Getting Through the Holidays" on Monday, November 25th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. We invite you, your family and friends to join in on our discussion - to share your thoughts, feelings and ideas with us. To register call Linda Maslona at 839-2363 by Friday, November 22nd.

CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
¢ We will be decorating our Parish Facilities for the Christmas Holidays beginning on
Saturday, November 30th at 9:00 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 the two large trees outside the Main Street entrance and hanging the large wreaths.
¢ We will begin decorating the interiors of the Upper Church, Lower Church, Vestibule, and
entrance ways on December 19th at 9:00 am. This usually takes 2 ½ days.
¢ If you are interested in assisting with the decorations or have any questions, please
contact Bob Kersten (839-2146) or Tom Wiktorski (833-8035).

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 daughter's decision;
2) Thank you for letting my son not die in the accident.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
"If something is important to us, we should fee free to pray about it. God does not keep a list of acceptable topics." (Nome Static - September 2002)

THE RECTORY IS CLOSED
ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH
IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY.
IT WILL REOPEN ON TUESDAY AT 8:30 A.M.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., November 9 - Vigil Masses for 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Floyd Jankowski - Pat & Marcia Donlon
Upper 7:00 James Coppola - Bob and Molly Drozda

MON., November 11 - Martin of Tours, bishop
6:55 a.m. Agnes Spier - Bob and Celeste Kersten
8:00 ANNIV. Dr. Louis G. Tribunella - daughter, Rosalie
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., November 12 - Josaphat, bishop, martyr
6:55 a.m. Marie Martino - Mr. & Mrs. Ben Ashton
8:00 Beatrice F. Smith and Myrella M. Nagel - Myrella Nagel

WED., November 13 - Frances Xavier Cabrini, virgin
6:55 a.m. All Souls - Parish Intentions
8:00 ANNIV. Helen Sandretto - Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., November 14 - Weekday, 32nd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Margaret Seader - Dorothy Schneider
8:00 Agnes McGeever - The McGeever Family

FRI., November 15 - Albert the Great, bishop, doctor
6:55 a.m. Msgr. Robert Hogan - Joseph and Angela Coppola
8:00 ANNIV. Dominick Paolone - Family

SAT., November 16 - Margaret of Scotland, Gertrude the Great, virgin
8:00 a.m. Donald E. Georger - Dorothy Georger
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Kenneth Leising - Family
Upper 7:00 John Harder - The Handzlik Family

SUN., November 17 - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Upper 8:00 a.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Lower 9:30 Ralph Claps - Lu and Jack
Lower 11:00 Loren C. Davenport, Jr. - Loretta Dominick
Upper 12:15 p.m. Michael Reed - Family

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS OF THE ROMAN MISSAL
TO BE IMPLEMENTED ON NOVEMBER 30TH /DECEMBER 1ST
THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

1. Required Change: The faithful stand from the words of the priest "Pray brethren", to before the payer
over the gifts.

Action Required: This change of posture is made in order to assure that the faithful are standing for the
start of the prayer over the gifts, similar to the posture for the other presidential prayers
(the Collect, and the Prayer after Communion).

2. Required Change: Posture of the Faithful during the Eucharistic Prayer.

Action Required: The faithful are asked to remain kneeling through the singing of the Great Amen.

3. Required Change: Responsorial Psalm.

Action Required: Songs or hymns may not be used in place of the Responsorial Psalm.

4. Required Change: Use of the Apostles' Creed at Mass.

Action Required: The anticipated Missale Romanum will allow the use of the Apostles' Creed during the
Sundays of Easter, in order to help the faithful reflect upon their baptismal
commitments.

5. Required Change: The Book of Gospels is carried in the procession at the start of Mass; the Lectionary is
not carried in the procession.

Action Required: Lay readers are allowed to carry the Book of Gospels in the absence of a deacon, who
would normally do so. The primacy of the Book of the Gospels in the Liturgy of the Word, and the tradition in both East and West of treating this book as one of the primary symbols of the presence of Christ at Mass are thus highlighted. Neither the Book of Gospels nor the Lectionary is ever carried out at the time of the Recessional.

6. Required Change: The priest generally should not leave the sanctuary during the kiss of peace.

Action Required: The priest may give the sign of peace to the ministers, but always remains within the
sanctuary, so as not to disturb the celebration.

7. Required Change: The Distribution of Holy Communion.

Action Required: The faithful make a simple bow of the head before receiving the Sacred Host in Holy
Communion as well as before receiving the Precious Blood. Genuflection is not necessary

8. Required Change: A single genuflection is given to the reserved sacrament at the start and end of Mass,
if it is reserved in the sanctuary.

Action Required: To genuflect as you enter church/pew and as you leave the church/pew.

9. Required Change: A cross with the figure of Christ on it, positioned in the sanctuary, must be visible to
the faithful during Mass.

Action Required: Our current Processional Cross, fulfills this requirement.

10. Required Change: Veiling of Crosses and Images.

Action Required: In the Diocese of the United States of America, crosses may be covered from the
conclusion of the Mass for Saturday of the Fourth Week of Lent until the end of the celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, Images in the Church may be covered from the conclusion of the Mass for Saturday of the Fourth Week of Lent until the beginning of the Easter Vigil.

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF November 17, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

33RD Sunday in Ordinary Time

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Thirty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
1st Reading - Proverbs 31:10-13,19-20,30-31
2nd Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel - Matthew 25:14-30

NEXT SUNDAY: Feast of 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:
Tony Babich, Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Monica Q. Barton, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Keith Burkhardt, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Jaina Daniak, Shalet DiCapito, Mary Drew, Romayne Eddy, Salvatore Ferro, David Foster, Edward Frontera, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Richard McCready, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Gloria Ortolano, Josephine Paolucci, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Donald Schwach, Marcia Sickau, Rev. Msgr. Francis Sorci, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Allison Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Albert Zimmerman (father of Linda Schmidt and Carol LaPlante), and Catherine Bohen (mother of Maureen Fahey)
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Sean Michael Deakin, son of Melissa (Meade) and Kevin Deakin, who was baptized last Sunday in our Church.

WEDDING BANNS
1ST - Aileen Gail Barba & Jose' Manuel Reyes Garcia

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 me control my jealousy and anger;
2) Thank you for the gift of life and our precious children.

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
There is nothing more consoling on earth than Eucharistic Adoration, nothing more efficacious for advancing along the road of holiness." - Mysterium Fidei

JOIN US NEXT SUNDAY, AS WE SAY GOOD-BYE TO FATHER DAVID
Join us next Sunday, Nov. 24th from 2:30-4:30 pm in the School Gym as we give Father David
Bellittiere our best wishes. He has been transferred and named Temporary Administrator of Holy Trinity Church in Dunkirk, New York (just a 1-hour drive down the Thruway!) Please join us as we wish Fr. David well.
If you want to send Fr. David a card, you can contact him at:
Father David Bellittiere
Holy Trinity
1032 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, New York 14048

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Our Bereavement Support Group is currently underway. Please keep all of our participants in your prayers during the coming weeks as they continue through their grief journey. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one and would like to take part in our Support Group every other Wednesday evening, please contact Linda Maslona at 839-2363. Our next session will be Wed., Nov. 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library (enter the Church through the doors on the circular driveway on Lamarck Dr.). For more info, please call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

CHRIST THE KING SWEEPSTAKES PARTY
The CTK Sweepstakes Party is on Saturday, Nov. 23rd at 7:30 p.m. (following the 7:00 p.m. mass) in Mooney Hall (School Gym). The cost is $15 per person, which includes food, drinks, music, and a Chinese Auction along with the prize drawings for the Sweepstakes. All parishioners are invited. Return your reservation in an envelope addressed to Sweepstakes Party, along with your name, number attending and the money - and return it in the Church collection basket, or send it to the Rectory. It is not too late for you to turn in your sweepstakes tickets also. It promises to be a fun night and we hope to see you there!

THANKSGIVING DAY MASSES AND COLLECTION
The Masses for Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28th, will be at 8:00 and 10:00 am. The 10:00 am Mass will be planned by the Bishop's Committee, and there will be coffee and donuts served after Mass. Parishioners attending these Masses 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. Your monetary contributions are greatly appreciated. A special Thanksgiving Day Envelope can be found in your packet of Church envelopes. Thank you.

BEREAVEMENT AND "GETTING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS"
Perhaps the most difficult time of the year for a family struggling with the loss of a loved one is the holiday season. More than any other time, it brings to mind memories of years past. We, at Christ the King, would like to be able to help you through this time. There will be a discussion group on "Getting Through the Holidays" on Monday, Nov. 25th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. We invite you, your family and friends to join in on our discussion - to share your thoughts, feelings & ideas with us. To register call Linda at 839-2363 by Friday, Nov 22nd.

ADVENT CHAMBER CONCERTS
This year's Advent Chamber Concerts begin on Sunday, Dec. 1 and continue for the next 4 weeks. They will be held in the Lower Church, from 10:30-11:00 am. Come early and enjoy the uplifting performances. December 1st - Kelly Bochynski, clarinetist; December 8th - Maggie Lubinski, violinist; December 15th - Memories of Christmas Music and Drama with Youth Choir and 4th Grade Class; December 22nd - CTK Parish Choir, Songs of the Season.

CHRISTMAS WREATHS
Boy Scout Troop #431, which includes our boys, will be selling decorated fresh Christmas wreaths outside the doors of the church at all Masses on the weekends of November 30th & December 1st, and December 7th * 8th. The cost if $15 for a standard size wreath and $18 for a large size wreath.

CHRISTMAS TOY COLLECTION
The St. Vincent de Paul Society is once again planning to collect and distribute toys to needy families during the Christmas Season. Toys will be collected on the weekends of November 30th & Dec. 1st and Dec. 7th & 8th. Past experiences have been very rewarding. Last year the society was able to distribute over 1,000 toys to children from needy families. Toys ranging in age from 1 year to 10 years of age will be collected on those weekends. A box will be placed in the Upper Church and Lower Church vestibules, ready to receive your gifts. The toys may be wrapped or unwrapped. If you choose to wrap your gift, please indicate the age level and boy or girl on the wrapper. Your generosity will help a child have a happy holiday season.

CANISIUS HGIH SCHOOL CHOIR
A CHRISTMAS CONCERT
This year, the Holy Name Society is once again sponsoring a Christmas Music Program. The All-Boys Choir from Canisius High School will be here on Sun., December 8th to perform this concert. The concert will be held in the Gym at 9:30 am (a Continental Breakfast will be served at 8:45am). The Concert is free, but Christmas toys collected at this event will be given to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, who will distribute them to needy children.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, November 18th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Grade 9 & 10 - Classes meeting today, Sunday, Nov. 17th: Grade 9: Mrs. Porto, Dr. & Mrs. Peer, and Mr. & Mrs. Newton; Grade 10: Mr. & Mrs. Gallson.

CTK SCHOOL
" Now accepting registrations for our Pre-School 3 Program and Kindergarten for
2003-2004 School year. If interested, please contact the school office at 839-0473, x301.
" Wednesday - Grade 5 will go on a field trip to Pizzaria Uno to learn about operations of a
restaurant.
" Saturday - Sweepstakes Party and Drawing in School Gym.
" The Community Outreach Group will be making up bags of toiletry items for those in
need. We are now accepting donations of these items. We are also beginning our annual Thanksgiving food collection to benefit St Vincent de Paul.

A VOCATION VIEW
To those who have, much will be given. Count your blessings. Give them away. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
" Service at St. Vincent de Paul - Sat. morning, Nov. 23rd. We are in need of teens to
help sort and organize clothing at the St. Vincent de Paul Store. This is a great service project where help is badly needed. Please call if interested.

" Buffalo Sabres Game - Wed., Nov. 27th - Sabres will face-off against the Tampa Bay
Lightening at 7 pm. Tickets are $19 for the 300 level ($6 savings). Your purchase supports programs for the Diocesan Youth Dept. Order tickets by Nov. 18th by calling a number above.

" Christmas Baskets - The Teen Youth Group will be making Christmas Baskets for many
of our parishioners who are homebound or in Nursing Homes. Anyone wanting to help make the baskets, join us on Sun., Dec. 1st in the Chapel Meeting Room at 10:30 am. People are needed for basket delivery as well which will take place the next weekend on Dec. 7th & 8th.

" Search Retreat - Dec. 13-15th at Christ the King Seminary in East Aurora. This retreat
sponsored by the Youth Dept. of the Diocese of Buffalo is open to High School students grades 10-12 who want to explore questions of faith and how faith affects their daily life. Cost is $75 per person. Registration is due by Nov. 30th. Call numbers above to register.

MUSIC MINISTRY
¢ Parish Choir - The 4-part mixed choir will rehearse on Thurs., Nov. 21st at 7 pm in the
Music Room. Preparations for the Feast of Christ the King, and Advent are underway.
¢ CTK Youth Choir - For children in grades 1-6 is held on Friday, at 2:30 pm in the Church
Music Room. Join us in the fun.
¢ Cantor: Cantor positions are available. If you are interested, please contact Christina to
warm up your vocal skills at 839-1430, ext 212.
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.

CHANGES DIRECTED THROUGH THE VATICAN**
TO BE IMPLEMENTED ON NOVEMBER 30TH /DECEMBER 1ST
THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
**The Vatican determines how priests are to say the mass. The document they use for guidance is the Roman Missal. From time to time the Roman Missal is updated and changes are made. Some of these changes are listed.

1. The faithful should stand from the words of the priest "Pray brethren", to before the prayer over the gifts. This change of posture is made in order to assure that the faithful are standing for the start of the prayer over the gifts, similar to the posture for the other presidential prayers (the Collect, and the Prayer after Communion).

2. The faithful are asked to kneel during the Eucharistic Prayer and to remain kneeling through the singing of the Great Amen.

3. Songs or hymns may not be used in place of the Responsorial Psalm.

4. The Apostles' Creed is allowed to be recited during the Sundays of Easter, in order to help the faithful reflect upon their baptismal commitments.

5. The Book of Gospels is carried in the procession at the start of Mass; the
Lectionary is not carried in the procession. Lay readers are allowed to carry the Book of Gospels in the absence of a deacon, who would normally do so. The primacy of the Book of the Gospels in the Liturgy of the Word, and the tradition in both East and West of treating this book as one of the primary symbols of the presence of Christ at Mass are thus highlighted. Neither the Book of Gospels nor the Lectionary is ever carried out at the time of the Recessional.

6. During the kiss of peace, the priest generally should not leave the sanctuary. The priest may give the sign of peace to the ministers, but always remains within the sanctuary, so as not to disturb the celebration, unless it is a special occasion (wedding, funeral, etc.).

7. During the Distribution of Holy Communion, the faithful may make a simple bow of their head before receiving the Sacred Host in Holy Communion as well as before receiving the Precious Blood. Genuflection is not necessary

8. A single genuflection as you enter Church or your pew, and a single genuflection at the end of Mass, if the Eucharist is reserved in the sanctuary, offers due respect to the Blessed Sacrament..

9. Our standing Processional Cross with the figure of Christ on it, which stands in the sanctuary, must be visible to the faithful during Mass.

10. In the Diocese of the United States of America, crosses may be covered (veiled) from
the conclusion of the Mass on Saturday of the Fourth Week of Lent until the end of the
celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, Images in the Church may be covered from
the conclusion of the Mass on Saturday of the Fourth Week of Lent until the beginning of the
Easter Vigil.

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE
On Tuesday, Nov. 26th at 7:00 pm at Ascension Lutheran Church (corner Main & Burroughs) and interdenominational service will be held. The service will include prayers, scripture reading & song. Bring an offering of canned goods for the community pantry.

CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
34 million Americans live in poverty. Today we respond to their needs with our special second collection to benefit the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. This campaign helps people break the cycle of poverty by supporting self-help projects of poor and low-income people working together to improve their lives and their communities. Help break the cycle of poverty by giving generously.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., November 16 - Margaret of Scotland, Gertrude the Great, virgin
8:00 a.m. Donald E. Georger - Dorothy Georger
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Kenneth Leising - Family
Upper 7:00 John Harder - The Handzlik Family

MON., November 18 - Dedication of Ss. Peter & Paul; Rose Philippine Duchesne, virgin
6:55 a.m. Mary Fiorella - Frank Rizzo
8:00 Walter Studer - Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., November 19 - Weekday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. ANNIV. Ed Schneggenburger - Family
8:00 ANNIV. Carl V. Cole - Mary Cole

WED., November 20 - Weekday, 33rd Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. MONTH'S MIND Jim Smithling - Mary Cole
8:00 Regina Mikulek - Faculty and Staff of CTK School
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., November 21 - Presentation of the Virgin Mary
6:55 a.m. Jean Higgins - Family
8:00 Irene Kovacs - Beatrice Rust

FRI., November 22 - Cecilia, virgin and martyr
6:55 a.m. Catherine Fitzgerald - Nina and Ted Caffarelli
8:00 Donald Ruscioelli - Jack and Dolores Kuhn

SAT., November 23 - Clement I, pope, martyr; Columba, abbot; Miguel Agustin Pro,
priest, martyr
8:00 a.m. Peggy Collins - Mr. & Mrs. Lee Trabert
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Margaret Donlon - Pat and Marcia Donlon
Upper 7:00 Youth of CTK Parish - Teen Youth Group

SUN., November 24 - Feast of Christ the King
Upper 8:00 a.m. Richard Stachura - Family
Lower 9:30 Louis Bauer - Family
Lower 11:00 Robert H. Bush - Family
Upper 12:15 p.m. People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal

BULLETIN FOR WEEK OF November 24, 2002
CHURCH OF CHRIST THE KING,
30 LAMARCK DR

The Feast of Christ the King

SUNDAY SCRIPTURE READINGS
TODAY: Feast of 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; 64:2b-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:
Tony Babich, Joe Bardenett, Sue Barlow, Monica Q. Barton, Andrew Benbenek, Carol Ann Brandner, June Brennan, Robert Brodnicki, Keith Burkhardt, Marian Coniglio, Josephine Coppola, Jaina Daniak, Shalet DiCapito, Mary Drew, Salvatore Ferro, David Foster, Edward Frontera, Jan Genau, Tony Genau, Pat Georger, Diane Giglia, Nila Gnamme, Eleanor Gottstein, George Grow, Pamela Gunther, Judy Heinen, Kenneth Hennig Jr., Dolores Hooker, Angela Hudson, Kathryn Hummell, Richard Jendras, George Johnson, Karen Kazmierczak, Diane Kloss, William Knittel, Dorothy Lagman, Richard LaMendola, John Lintner, Arthur Maloney, Leo Masgula, Richard McCready, Kimberly Shrewsbury-Melin, Albert Neuner, Teresa Newland, Gloria Ortolano, Josephine Paolucci, Justin Puleo, Mary Rafferty, Tom Ray, Margaret Russo, Matthew Russo, Donald Schwach, Marcia Sickau, Rev. Msgr. Francis Sorci, Antonietta Suriani, Rosal Tariclo, Sr., Allison Thomas, Emily Thomas, Al Trybus, Larry Wagner, Linda Weber, Paul Whelan, Sharon Wrzosek, Emma Zak, Arthur Zelasko & Victor Zucarelli;
… those among us who have died, our relatives, parishioners & friends especially:
Romayne Eddy (wife of James) and John T. Masterson, Msgr. Joseph F. Skupien (retired Diocesan Priest);
…all victims of war;
…peace on earth.

WELCOME TO THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY OF CHRIST THE KING
Liam Bradford Haley, son of Susan (Barton) & Sean Haley; and Patrick Raymond Shea, son of Adele (Mundt) & James Shea; who were baptized last Sunday in our Church.

WEDDING BANNS
2nd - Aileen Gail Barba & Jose' Manuel Reyes Garcia

JOIN US TODAY AS WE SAY GOOD-BYE TO FATHER DAVID
Join us today Sunday, Nov. 24th from 2:30-4:30 pm in the School Gym as we give Father David Bellittiere our best wishes. (Appetizers and Dessert will be served). He has been transferred and named Temporary Administrator of Holy Trinity Church in Dunkirk, New York (just a 1-hour drive down the Thruway!) Please join us as we wish Fr. David well. If you want to send Fr. David a card, you can contact him at:
Father David Bellittiere
Holy Trinity
1032 Central Avenue
Dunkirk, New York 14048

RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION) - The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults - RCIA - is a process where adults journey with team members to hear their stories and learn more about the Catholic faith. The process helps to prepare candidates for the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation - Baptism, Confirmation, First Eucharist. If you or someone you know wishes to enter, investigate or update your knowledge of the Catholic faith, the RCIA process might be right for you.
We invite you to join us on Thursday evenings from 7:15 to 9pm in the Msgr. McMahon Church Library. For further information, please call Celeste at 839-2146 or visit our updated website www.ctksnyder.com/rcia/htm. COME & SEE! Topics for Upcoming Sessions: Dec. 5 - Preparing for the Christmas Season and Dec. 12 - Catholic Morality.

LADIES NIGHT OUT - Christmas is coming! it's time to start all those "crafty" projects we usually save for the last minute - mittens & socks for our giving tree, baptismal bibs, ornaments, etc. And to all the youth that put together the baskets for the homebound - what better time to start putting ideas together. Come and join us every other Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Church Library and bring all your creative ideas. Our next get-together will be this Tuesday, Nov. 26th. For any questions, call Linda Maslona at 839-2363.

RESPECT LIFE MEETING - The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 26th, at 7:30 in the Counting Room. Please enter the Church through the glass doors on Lamarck Drive.

MEDJUJORJE PRAYER GROUP - The next meeting of the Medjugorje Prayer Group will take place on Tues., Nov. 26th at 9:30 am at 158 Cranburne Lane (634-3638). All are welcome.

CHRISTMAS CARDS - After masses today & next weekend the Respect Life Committee will be selling Christmas Cards in the back of Church for $6 per package of 10. There are many beautiful varieties to choose from.

BEREAVEMENT AND "GETTING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS" - Perhaps the most difficult time of the year for a family struggling with the loss of a loved one is the holiday season. More than any other time, it brings to mind memories of years past. We, at Christ the King, would like to be able to help you through this time. There will be a discussion group on "Getting Through the Holidays" on Monday, Nov. 25th at 7:00 pm in the Church Library. We invite you, your family and friends to join in on our discussion - to share your thoughts, feelings & ideas.

ROSARY & ALTAR CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON - All the women of the parish are invited to a Christmas luncheon to take place at Salvatore's Italian Garden on Tues., Dec. 10th at Noon. To reserve a place, please send a check for $18, written to Christ the King Church, to: Angela Coppola - 64 Bridle Path - Williamsville, NY 14221. Make Reservations by Friday, Nov. 29.

THE GIVING TREE AND THE MITTEN AND SOCK TREE
Beginning next Sunday, the First Sunday of Advent:
The Giving Tree will be set up in the vestibule of the Upper Church. The Tree will be set up in the vestibule of the Upper Church. The Tree will be covered with cards requesting gifts for residents of the Sacred Heart Nursing Home. If you would like to participate, please take a card, purchase the item, wrap it, and place it under the tree with the card attached. ALL GIFTS MUST BE RETURNED BY SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15TH.
The Mitten and Sock Tree will be set up in the sanctuary of the Lower Church. You are asked to fill this empty tree with mittens, gloves, hats, sock and slippers, by SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15TH. These items will be donated to St. Luke's Mission of Mercy, and Born Hava, a school located in Amherst for children with cerebral palsy, autism, and Down's Syndrome. Many of these children live in the inner city and are in need of our assistance.

CANISIUS HGIH SCHOOL CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT
This year, the Holy Name Society is once again sponsoring a Christmas Music Program. The All-Boys Choir from Canisius High School will be here on Sun., December 8th to perform this concert. The concert will be held in the Gym at 9:30 am (a Continental Breakfast will be served at 8:45am). The Concert is free, but Christmas toys collected at this event will be given to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, who will distribute them to needy children.

FAVORS GRANTED THROUGH PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
The Adorers of the Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus for the following favors:
1) Thank you for our precious grandchildren;
2) Thank you for the gift of faith, through prayer;

ANOTHER REASON FOR WANTING TO SPEND 1 HOUR
WITH JESUS IN THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: When you come before Jesus in the Blessed
Sacrament, He appreciates this so deeply that you release the power of His love and graces to
all of His children throughout the world. Spend an hour with Him and change the world.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Classes for Monday, November 25th are as follows:
Grades 1-5: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Grade 6 & 8: 7:00-8:30 p.m.
On behalf of the Religious Education Department, we extend to our families best wishes for a blessed Thanksgiving Holiday.

COACH OF THE YEAR - Christ the King Varsity Baseball Coach Ron Burakowski was recently honored for his "Dedication to the Youth of CTK" by being selected Buffalo Parochial School Baseball Association's "Coach of the Year." Ron's seven year coaching reign culminated this season as he led the "Golden Badgers" to a 10-0 league record and a "Final 8" finish in the WNY Playoffs. He and his Assistant Coach, Chris Golinski, posted a 29-1 league record over the last three seasons. Congratulations & thanks to both coaches for their efforts.

A VOCATION VIEW - What we've done to the least of our brothers and sisters we've done to Christ. Choose to serve in every instance; listen for a call to service as a priest, deacon, brother or sister. If God is calling you, call Father Leon Biernat at 847-5535.

YOUTH NEWS
For info on the items listed below, call Mrs. Maryann Peer (835-4977) or Mrs. Debbi Testa (834-3586).
" Christmas Baskets - The Teen Youth Group will be making Christmas Baskets for many
of our parishioners who are homebound or in Nursing Homes. Anyone wanting to help make the baskets, join us on Sun., Dec. 1st in the Chapel Meeting Room at 10:30 am. People are needed for basket delivery as well which will take place the next weekend on Dec. 7th & 8th.

" Search Retreat - Dec. 13-15th at Christ the King Seminary in East Aurora. This retreat
sponsored by the Youth Dept. of the Diocese of Buffalo is open to High School students grades 10-12 who want to explore questions of faith and how faith affects their daily life. Cost is $75 per person. Registration is due by Nov. 30th. Call numbers above to register.

" Mark this Date on Your Calendar - Feb. 14-16 is the Annual Diocesan Youth
Convention. This year's Convention will be held at the Adam's Mark Hotel, Buffalo. The cost is $141, and includes all accommodations at the hotel, meals and all materials at the Convention. Registration will be held in early January.

MUSIC MINISTRY
¢ Parish Choir - The 4-part mixed choir will rehearse on Thurs., Dec. 5th at 7 pm in the
Music Room. Preparations for the Feast of Christ the King, and Advent are underway.
¢ CTK Youth Choir - For children in grades 1-6 is held on Friday, at 2:30 pm in the Church
Music Room. Join us in the fun.
¢ Cantor: Cantor positions are available. If you are interested, please contact Christina to
warm up your vocal skills at 839-1430, ext 212.
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.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CHOIR - A Choir is being formed to sing at the Amherst Museum on Saturday, Dec. 14th at 6:30 p.m. Anyone interested in being part of this community outreach project can contact Christina Shrewsbury at 839-1430.

FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING
The Feast of Christ the King marks the last Sunday of the liturgical year. Known as the Church year, the new liturgical year begins with the first Sunday of Advent. Consequently, a new cycle of Sunday Mass readings, drawn from a different Gospel, will begin. The three cycles of Mass readings expose us to a broad sampling of Scripture. The Gospel of Matthew is featured in year A, Mark in year B, and Luke in year C. John's Gospel is featured on various Sundays throughout the year in each cycle. Today we are completing cycle A. Cycle B begins next weekend.

1: The faithful should stand from the words of the priest "Pray brethren", to before the prayer over the gifts.

2: The faithful are asked to kneel during the Eucharistic Prayer and to remain kneeling through the singing of the Great Amen.

3: Songs or hymns may not be used in place of the Responsorial Psalm.

4: The Book of Gospels is carried in the procession at the start of Mass; the Lectionary is not carried in the procession. Lay readers are allowed to carry the Book of Gospels in the absence of a deacon, who would normally do so. The primacy of the Book of the Gospels in the Liturgy of the Word, and the tradition in both East and West of treating this book as one of the primary symbols of the presence of Christ at Mass are thus highlighted. Neither the Book of Gospels nor the Lectionary is ever carried out at the time of the Recessional.

5: During the kiss of peace, the priest generally should not leave the sanctuary. The priest may give the sign of peace to the ministers.

6: During the Distribution of Holy Communion, the faithful may make a simple bow of their head before receiving the Sacred Host in Holy Communion as well as before receiving the Precious Blood. Genuflection is not necessary

7: A single genuflection as you enter Church at your pew, and a single genuflection at the end of Mass, if the Eucharist is reserved in the sanctuary, offers due respect to the Blessed Sacrament.

8: Our standing Processional Cross, with the figure of Christ on it, which stands in the sanctuary, must be visible to the faithful during Mass.

9: In the Diocese of the United States of America, crosses may be covered (veiled) from the conclusion of the Mass on Saturday of the 4th Week of Lent until the end of the celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, Images in the Church may be covered from the conclusion of the Mass on Saturday of the 4th Week of Lent until the beginning of the Easter Vigil.

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE - On Tuesday, Nov. 26th at 7:00 pm at Ascension Lutheran Church (corner Main & Burroughs) an interdenominational service will be held. The service will include prayers, scripture reading & song. Bring an offering of canned goods for the community pantry.

WEEKLY MASSES
SAT., November 23 - Vigil Masses for Feast of Christ the King
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Margaret Donlon - Pat and Marcia Donlon
Upper 7:00 Youth of CTK Parish - Teen Youth Group

MON., November 25 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Joseph J. and Ann M. Dunn - son, Joe
8:00 ANNIV. Catherine McGillicuddy - Family
The Miraculous Medal Novena will be Prayed after the 8:00 a.m. Mass

TUES., November 26 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. John Horan - The Horan Family
8:00 ANNIV. Frank Piddisi - Michael and Esther Piddisi

WED., November 27 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. Penny Harwood - Jim and Linda Beardi
8:00 Alfonse Giglia - Suozzi Family
*Cenacle of the Marian Movements of Priests Prayed after 8:00 a.m. Mass

THURS., November 28 - Thanksgiving Day
6:55 a.m. Intentions of the St. Vincent de Paul Society
8:00 Intentions of the Bishop's Committee

FRI., November 29 - Weekday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time
6:55 a.m. William McCarthy - Tom, Deb and Matt Renzi
8:00 Carrie Quintilone - Family

SAT., November 30 - Andrew, apostle
8:00 a.m. Edward Berger - Gerry and Bruce Pieters
Lower 4:30 p.m. ANNIV. Mary Syracuse - Family
Upper 7:00 Margaret Lettieri - Family

SUN., December 1 - First Sunday of Advent
Upper 8:00 a.m. Intentions of David and Lynn Smith - Family
Lower 9:30 Robert Johnson - Family
Lower 11:00 People of the Parish - Rev. Msgr. James J. Lichtenthal
Upper 12:15 p.m. The Klipfel Family - Geraldine Klipfel

ADOPT A FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS
St. Vincent de Paul is looking for five families (or groups) in our CTK parish to adopt five families in the Inner city for the Christmas holidays. If you are interested in purchasing Christmas Gifts for a family, please call Sue Cleary at 634-2009.