Nativity of Our Lord
43 Argyle Place • Orchard Park, New York 14127• (716) 662-9339
www.nativityofourlordop.com
Diocesan Website: www.buffalodiocese.org
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops: www.usccb.org
Eucharistic Liturgies
Saturday Vigils:.................................................................. 4:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday:.......................................7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12:00 noon and 1:15 p.m.,
.......................................................... 6:30 p.m. Life Teen Mass (September - May)
Monday through Friday:..............................................................7:00 and 9:00 a.m.
Saturday............................................................................................. 8:00 a.m. only
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday: .................................................... 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. and 6:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Wednesday: ............................................................................................... 7:25 a.m.
Sacrament of Baptism: Baptisms are celebrated as a community at Mass at 1:15
p.m. on the second and fourth Sundays of the month outside of Lent. Parents who
wish to present a child for Baptism call for an appointment with one of the priests,
to discuss the meaning of the Sacrament and the responsibilities being undertaken.
The date and time for Baptism will be arranged at this meeting.
Sacrament of Marriage: Arrangements should be made six months in advance.
Meet with a priest to express your intentions and freedom to marry. Once this is
established a date and time may be secured. Attendance at a Pre-Cana Conference
is required. All arrangements for a wedding must be completed one month before
your wedding day.
Sacrament of the Sick: Please notify a priest for those seriously ill. Please make
arrangements while your loved one is still conscious and can personally accept this
eternal grace.
Letters of Recommendation: Letters of Recommendation to act as sponsors for
the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation are given to registered members of
the parish who attend Mass and Communion regularly and either have raised or are
raising their own children (if any) in the Faith.
New Parishioners: Formal registration in the parish is accepted at the
Parish Office. Please introduce yourself to our parish priests at Mass on
Sunday. If you are moving or there is a change in address, please notify
the parish office.
Adoration Chapel: Open to public from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.
Rosary Hours - Monday at 10 a.m. and Wednesday at Noon. To
schedule a holy hour, please call Patty Allman—667-7431.
Mission Statement
Pastoral Council is in the process of reviewing our
Mission Statement.
We are twinned with our sisters and brothers in
Haiti in the parish of St. Michael’s, Coq
Chante. We are committed in support of St.
Michael’s Parish, clinic, school, water
project and basic necessities for families.
Their physical needs are an opportunity
for us to give and in return receive the
grace-filled prayers and blessings
of the poor.
Parish Office Hours
Monday-Thursday— 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday—8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 1:00 to 4:00
pm. For appointments please call directly.
Pastor
Rev. Bernard U. Nowak, ext. 145
Deacon
Dennis Conroy, ext. 140
Deacon
Deacon Sam Puleo, ext. 142
Seminarian
Sean Paul Fleming, ext. 140
Assistant Priest
Msgr. George Brennan
Business Manager
Robert M. Joslyn, Sr., ext. 125
Director of Life Teen
Patrick Murphy, (716) 508-0258
Director of Music
Mr. Robert T. Kiersz, ext. 123
Parish Outreach
Sr. Beth Hays S.S.M.N., 716-662-1302
Faith Formation Office
S-4414 South Buffalo St. • 716-662-2169
Director: Mary Barone, ext. 126
www.nativityofourlordop.com Faith Formation
Nativity of Our Lord School
S-4414 South Buffalo St. • 716-662-7572
Principal: Miss Ruth Frost, ext. 122
www.nativityschool.net
School Hall: 667-2132
Msgr. Beasley Center: 667-2132
Cemetery Office: 43 Argyle Place, 662-9339
Facilities: James Flading, ext. 117
Newsletter email: [email protected]
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PARISH STEWARDSHIP REPORT
APRIL, 2010
Monthly Needs for April, (4 wks) ...................................$93,000.00
“Sunday Collection” Week of 4/03 ................................$26,866.76
“Sunday Collection” Week of 4/10 .................................$20,304.99
“Sunday Collection” Week of 4/17 .................................$21,451.50
“Sunday Collection” Week of 4/24 .................................$31,974.05
Favorable<Unfavorable> for the month ............................$7,597.30
Favorable<Unfavorable> for the year .......................... <$1,207.62>
Monthly Needs for May, (4 wks.) ...................................$90,000.00
Fiscal Year is September 1 to August 31
The following facts and figures represent this year compared
to last year. The average weekly envelopes used in April were 656
compared to 637 last year. Total gross contributions received for
April is $104,356.30 compared to $95,678.50 last year. The
“Weekend/Monthly Collection” is $100,597.30 versus $93,535.50
last year. This year $5,510.85 was loose cash not in envelopes
compared to $6,056.50 last year. The special collections were
$3,759.00 this year and $2,143.00 last year. Special collections
received this month included $1,168.00 for Japan, $50.00 for Haiti,
$217.00 for Nativity School, $1,808.00 for Easter Flowers, $60.00
for the Latin America collection, $30.00 for Outreach and $426.00
for the Good Friday Holy Land Collection.
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STEWARDSHIP...TIME, TALENT & TREASURE
(This month’s article is an open letter from a parishioner at St.
John the Evangelist Catholic Parish, Evansville, IN, a Stewardship
Parish to other parishioners)
Dear Parishioners,
The Baltimore Catechism poses the question “Why did God
create us? Simply put, the answer is to know, to love and to serve
God so that ultimately we may be with Him in heaven. The goal we
seek during our time on earth is eternal life with God in heaven.
This journey of faith begins at our baptism and is fulfilled through
our life of faithful discipleship.
With knowledge of God’s plan for us, and the love he shares
with us, we are called to follow the example of Christ by seeking
not to be served but to serve. As faithful stewards of Christ’s
mission, we do not wait to be asked; rather we look for ways in
which we can serve the Lord. When stewardship becomes a way of
life, our lives are directed toward God in heaven.
As we keep our commitment to the Stewardship way of life,
may each of us respond generously with our time, our talent, and
our treasure and continue to always know, love and serve the Lord.
Parishioner
Once again, thanks to all parishioners for your support and
generosity in our Parish “Stewardship in Faith” program; please
remember your commitment to Time, Talent and Treasure. “Time,
Talent, and Treasure,” will help you identify your unique gifts that
will enable you to best serve the Church and the Lord.
DID YOU KNOW%?
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We started the budgeting process for the next fiscal year
(2011-2012) which begins Sept. 1, 2011. One of the most
important factors affecting our budget is the recent price quote
of the health insurance costs for our employees for the next
year. We are facing a 19% increase in premiums for the single
and “two person” coverage while the family coverage went up
24% according to our broker of record who helps procure good
health insurance for our employees. Additionally, on the
revenue side, Christmas and the Solemnity of Mary this year
fall on a Saturday which will have an adverse impact on our
weekend collections for the fiscal year.
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Nativity Cemetery officially opened on Mother’s Day and will
be open daily until October 15, 2011. The manager of our
cemetery asks that flower pots should be 8 to 12” in diameter
and that no artificial flowers be used. Other guidelines are
posted on the signs at the entrances of the cemetery.
We received a final approval to do partial repairs in the rectory
which includes replacing some of the windows on the west
side of the rectory at a cost of $26,000.00. Donations are
coming in for this project. Because of multiple and growing
cracks in the foyer ceiling and outlandish energy costs, we
need to proceed. We anticipate serious savings in fuel/energy
bills over many years. A contract was also signed to seal the
parking lots, add more handicap parking and remove part of
the curb of the church parking lot facing South Buffalo Street.
We are reviewing the sanctuary lighting, railings and carpet
and should have some of our questions resolved in the near
future. There was no further investigative work done on the
other projects but they still remain on Nativity’s Wish List for
independent donors. If there are any parishioners who would
like to donate to these projects in part or whole, anonymously
or if you would like to do it in someone’s name, please see Fr.
Nowak or the Business Manager, Bob Joslyn. If there are
parishioners who have businesses that would like to bid on
these projects please contact Bob Joslyn 662-9339 ext. #125.
HELP US CONNECT THE WORLD
WITH GOD’S WORD!
If Jesus Christ were on earth today, how would he spread his
message? The Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) believes
Jesus would use every means available, so it makes use of media
outlets to evangelize and promote gospel values. You can truly
make a difference right here in our diocese through your donation
to the collection which will be taken up June 11/12. Half of all
funds collected in our diocese are used for local communications
projects such as our diocesan newspaper and televised Mass for
homebound persons. For more information about Catholic
Communication Campaign’s national communications projects,
please visit www.CatholicCommunicationCampaign.org.
PASTORAL COUNCIL
†Budget for 2011-2012 to be finalized by July 11th. Resolving the
heath care, pension increases in line with other parishes is being
reviewed.
†School committee voted their slate for next year and still need
members from non-parent parishioners. Also, HSA (Home School
Association) is reorganizing.
†Save the date, Saturday, September 10 OKTOBERFEST is
returning and expanding!
†Friday, July 1st is the Feast of the Sacred Heart. The Litany of the
Sacred Heart will be prayed after Mass at 7am. This particular
litany is a very advantageous blessing and wholesome reflection for
all fathers. (dads and priests)
†Members will join with parishioners for counsel on our sanctuary
renewal, lighting, etc.
†Sean Paul is preparing a 6-session Bible Study. For more
information see the Sunday Order of Worship.
MISSION CO-OP SPEAKER
Dr. Amine Kidane from the Diocese of Keren, East Africa is
scheduled to speak at all Masses the weekend of July 16 & 17. A
special collection, with it’s own tamper evident bags will be taken
up at all the Masses for our summer mission co-op speaker.
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June, 2011
OUTREACH
ENGAGED COUPLES
Family Promise Volunteer Opportunity: Nativity parishioners work
with members of other local churches in caring for families who
are temporarily homeless, a few times a year. These families are
given shelter at the Presbyterian Church overnight. Presently we
have enough volunteers who provide a meal but we are asking for
one or two men to take a turn at staying overnight once or twice a
year. You have your own room area. For more information please
contact Sister Beth.
The Diocese of Buffalo requires all engaged couples to
participate in a marriage preparation program approximately six
months prior to your wedding date. You can attend a one day
program available to you at Nativity of Our Lord Parish. The
following Saturday dates for 2011 are available: August 27th and
October 15th. Please call the parish office at 662-9339 to register.
Prayer Shawls: We would like to organize a group of women who
would enjoy coming together once or twice a month to knit or
crochet prayer shawls for the sick. In the past some women have
done this on their own time but now we would like to set aside two
hours some evening here in the parish to do this. It would also lend
itself to a nice social time while performing this ministry. We
accept knitters with all kinds of expertise. This ministry has been in
existence through the Outreach department and to date we have
given 210 prayer shawls. Those receiving shawls are in our
ongoing prayers. We have 6 prayer shawls on hand if you would
like one. Please contact Sister Beth if interested.
Handy Man: Sister Beth has the name of a man who is willing to
do small jobs for a parishioner who needs a “handyman” job done
in the home. Call the Outreach Office at 662-1302.
Homebound: Please call the Outreach office if you know of any
homebound parishioners who would appreciate having the
Eucharist brought to them.
Dear Parishioners:
I’m ever so grateful and thankful for all the support everyone
has given me since my car accident. Your prayers for my recovery,
all the cards and your wonderful hand written messages, have
brightened my days, lifted my spirit and brought the gifts of love
and hope. This has been a spiritual time; an experience of church
and community!!
May God Bless you, each & everyone—Dorothy Robinson
NATIVITY’S FAMILY MASS
Thank you for supporting Nativity’s Family Mass. We will
break for the summer vacation and resume on September 11th.
Please contact Gayle Colpoys at 539-5754 to join our committee
that organizes the mass or to schedule a weekend to volunteer as a
Host Family, Young Reader or Collector.
DISCIPLES OF DIVINE MERCY
Disciples of Divine Mercy will come and pray the Chaplet of
Divine Mercy for your loved one who may be sick or dying. For
more information call Terry at 662-2323 or Patricia at 662-4931.
VERDI’S REQUIEM
Join the Buffalo Philharmonic
Orchestra conducted by JoAnn Falletta in a
performance of Verdi’s Requiem on June
4th and 5th. Verdi’s Requiem is a musical
setting of the Funeral Mass set for orchestra
and double choir. The beautiful melodious,
dramatic and well crafted piece uses
historic texts from the Roman Catholic liturgy. This performance
will feature the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus in what will surely be
an unforgettable concert. A special 20% discount is available for all
parishioners in Western New York from the Diocese of Buffalo.
Use coupon code CHURCH when ordering. Visit www.bpo.org or
call 885-5001 for more information or to order.
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BICYCLES WANTED
We will be collecting bicycles—any
condition—to be repaired and given to needy
children. Please call the church business office at
662-9339 for more information.
UNITED IN CHRIST
Our Parish Community announces with joy the upcoming
marriage of Marguerite Needham & Gregory Bermel on June 11th,
Adela Cufe & Martin Lucero on June 18th and Jacqueline Galluzzo
& Carmen Aquila on June 25th.
WELCOME
Please welcome the following new members to our Nativity of
Our Lord Parish Community: Karen & Mark Cymerman, Kelly
Mather, Adam Fischer, Alice Seydel, Courtney & Ramon Perez.
We welcome Deacon Dennis Conroy, who has begun his
weekend ministry. Deacon Dennis will also serve in the Baptismal
ministry.
We welcome a seminarian from Christ the King Seminary,
Sean Paul Fleming, who will minister and reside here during the
summer. Sean Paul will be ordained to the Order of Deacon on
Nov. 4, 2011, after which he will serve here 2 weekends each
month.
And welcome to Christina Reitz in her capacity as
Advancement Director.
CONGRATULATIONS
The Greater Niagara Frontier Council of the Boy Scouts of
America proudly recognizes Michael James Raab. Michael, a 2008
alumnus of Nativity School and presently a junior at Canisius High
School, has distinguished himself by attaining the rank of Eagle
Scout. The Eagle rank represents only about 2% of all young men
in scouting. This is awarded to young men who demonstrate
leadership, strength of character, commitment to excellence,
service to community, and for exemplifying the ideals of the Boy
Scout Oath and Law.
For the leadership service project, Michael designed the
woodworking plans and organized the construction and staining of
25 wooden bedside “cubbie” units for the newly built cabin at
Cradle Beach Camp in Angola. Groups of disadvantaged/disabled
children, participating in various encampment programs offered at
Cradle Beach, have utilized the bedside furniture. The project has
been a tremendous asset for the facility.
Michael is a member of Boy Scout Troop 400. He was
decorated at his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on April 10th. The
parish community congratulates Michael on this outstanding
achievement!
COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE
Hamburg Knights of Columbus, 36 Pierce Ave. will be having
a Country Western Dance with Paul Zittel Band Saturday, June 4
from 8pm-12 Midnight. For reservations call Harold Haier at 9924867 or the Council at 649-9830. Proceeds to benefit the WNY
Alzheimers Assoc.
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June, 2011
NATIVITY SCHOOL NEWS
DEAR NATIVITY PARISHIONER
The 8th grade class trip to Toronto is May 26. They will be
going to Medieval Times, Toronto Zoo and out to dinner at the
Spaghetti Factory.
The 8th graders will have their Baccalaureate mass at 7:00 pm
on Saturday, June 18th and Graduation will be Tuesday, June 21st
at 7:30 pm in the church. All are welcome.
Pre-K graduation is June 1st at 9:00 am. Kindergarten will
graduate June 3rd at 9:30 am.
Closing School Mass is June 17th at 9:00 am. All are welcome
to attend.
Good luck and many blessings to
our 8th graders who will be starting a new
chapter in high school in the fall. The
graduates are:
Riley Besecker, Grace Blaszczykiewicz,
Madison Bradley, Caroline Colpoys, Mia
DelleBovi, Alexander Downing, Lorenzo
Guidi, John Hutton, Andrew Jasiura, Megan
Jepson, Baylea Johnson, Elizabeth Klaes,
Alexandra Lane, Katie Lewandowski,
Christian Mangulabnan, Ainsley Mann, Jacob Mattina-Chmiel,
Michael McCrone, Sean McMahon, Jeffrey Morgan, George
Munschauer II, John Osborn, Kevin Reiser, Marisa Ricottone,
Stoyan Ruh, Julianne Taggart, Alexander Tomani, Christopher
Walter, James Weimer III, Lauren Wischerath.
The Nativity of Our Lord School Advisory Board has begun
the Strategic Planning process to develop and implement a plan for
the future of Nativity of Our Lord School.
The first step in the process is the formation of the Steering
Committee to oversee this mission. At this point, parent and
teacher representatives have been chosen by the Board to
participate on the Committee, but we are in need of parent
parishioners who do not have their children enrolled at Nativity
School. Non-school parent parishioners provide a unique
perspective which will aide the committee in its decision making.
We hope you would consider this ministry within our church
community and would encourage you to contact either of us
immediately should you wish to become a member of the Strategic
Planning Committee.
We look forward to working together to develop and
implement our plan and approach our vision of becoming a thriving
catholic elementary school in the Diocese of Buffalo. For more
information contact Cheryl McFadden Zak at [email protected] or
Michelle Brydalski at [email protected].
8TH GRADE SERVICE PROJECT
Congratulations to Nativity’s 8th grade class for completing
their Class Service Project at Saving Wild Horses in West Falls and
to Caroline and Cassidy Colpoys who organized the event to earn
their Girl Scout Silver Award. The class helped set up and run a
carnival themed event for almost 70 people including 20
disadvantaged kids from the social services organizations, Conners
Kids and Cornerstone Manor. Each student buddied up with a
young “guest” acting as a mentor while providing friendship and
companionship to the kids. Not only did the class facilitate the
games, crafts and lunch which entertained them, they did so with
enthusiasm, respect and empathy.
Special thanks to Mrs. DiFrancesco’s 6th grade Girl Scout
Troop 471 who organized the crafts section of the carnival as part
of earning their Girl Scout Bronze Award. Their maturity and
enthusiasm far exceeded their young age.
We are all proud of the class of 2011!
NATIVITY SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD
Are you interested in helping shape the future of our school?
The Nativity School Advisory Board is currently seeking
candidates to serve a three-year term, beginning September 2011.
The School Advisory Board assists the pastor and principal
with policies, strategies and decisions to help build a strong,
vibrant Nativity School for today’s and tomorrow’s students. The
Advisory Board meets monthly, in the evening at the school.
Agenda topics typically include: finances, H.S.A. (Home School
Association) updates, Strategic Plan, Principal’s report,
advancement and more.
If you are interested in promoting positive change at Nativity
and you are committed to donating your time by serving on the
Board, please submit your resume to Greg Gannon, c/o Nativity
School main office. The School Advisory Board is open to all
parishioners, not just parents of Nativity students.
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CONFIRMATION NEWS
For our Fall Confirmation preparation
sessions, we will be registering primarily those
teens who wish to be confirmed and who will be
enrolled in the 10th grade in Fall 2011.
Additionally, any 11th or 12 graders who wish to
be confirmed are also invited to enroll. Program
information and registration forms will be available mid June on
our website: www.nativityofourlordop.com
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR FALL
CONFIRMATION SESSIONS
If you would like to give of your time and talents to develop a
love of God and deep faith in our young people, we would
appreciate your volunteering as a facilitator in our Confirmation
preparation program. This involves leading a group of
approximately eight teens. There are eight sessions and each run
from 7:00-8:30 pm. This Fall the sessions will be held on Mondays,
September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24, Tuesday, November 1,
and Monday, November 7. Suggested lesson plans, materials, and
assistance are provided. YOU can make a difference. The time you
give is minimal, yet what you receive in return is immeasurable. If
you are of college age or above, male or female, please consider
serving our parish’s young people in this way. They are our
Church’s future. As Christ taught us, “...whoever receives this child
in my name receives me, and whoever receives me receives the one
who sent me...” (Luke 9:48) To volunteer or seek more
information, please call Nativity’s Faith Formation Office at 6622169. Dolores Kosinski, the Confirmation Coordinator, will contact
you to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CAMP
Registrations are being accepted for the 2011 season at the St.
Vincent de Paul Summer Camp on the shores of Lake Erie in
Angola. Learn more about the camp at the open house on June 4,
from 12noon to 5pm.
Residential and day camps are open to all children, ages 8 to
13. Your children will experience God’s creation in a safe,
Christian environment. The six weekly sessions begin July 10th.
Information and registration forms are available at
www.svdpwny.org (click the “Summer Camp” link) or call 8823360, ext. 7. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
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FIRST EUCHARIST
Faith & Family Days
GAME NIGHTS
We’re rockin’ out the summer schedule! To start things off,
we’ve got our Game Night on Mondays at St. Bernadette’s back
field, from 6:30-8:00 pm. Frisbee, kickball, baseball, football and
more. Come on out and have some fun, and keep an eye on our
weekly e-mail for any changes, like bon fires.
PRAYER & PRAISE NIGHTS
On Wednesday, we have Prayer & Praise Nights from 7:009:00pm in the Antioch Room. Worship music, scripture reading,
rosary praying etc. Each week will be slightly different from the
last, but they all will have two things in common—Prayer & Praise.
ALT FAMILY PICNIC
In continuing with last years new/old tradition, we will be
having our Life Teen/EDGE Family Picnic on Sunday, June 5th.
First we’ll celebrate 11:00 Mass at St. Bernadette’s, then proceed
to the pavilion for some food and fun in the sun (that is, if the sun
decides to show up this time). ALT will be providing burgers and
dogs, drinks and some fun picnic type games. Feel free to bring a
dish to pass and whatever else to be in the picnic spirit!
CHICKEN ‘N RIB BBQ
Our annual Chicken ‘N Rib BBQ fundraiser will be Saturday,
June 18th. BW’s will be grilling on the lawn from 4:00-7:00pm,
with eat in and take out options available. Our teens will be selling
tickets beforehand, but we always order extra so walk-ins
welcome! All proceeds go to Life Teen and the teens who help
work it. Come support Life Teen while eating a delicious BBQ.
This past month, First Eucharist families chose April 3, 9 or
10th for a day of prayer, reflection, and refreshments. During these
gatherings, candidates for First Eucharist anticipated entering more
deeply into their personal union with Christ, receiving Him in the
Eucharist, and joining more completely the Body of Christ by
reviewing the teaching of His real presence in the Eucharist, and
reflecting on what their prayers and thoughts might be before and
after receiving our Holy Communion.
While the children were preparing, parents enjoyed a Bible
study session. They considered the foreshadowing of the Eucharist
in the Old Testament requirement to consume the sacrifice, and
then reflected on readings referring to the Eucharist in the New
Testament. The road to Emmaus was especially highlighted. We
recalled that it was after the resurrection, on that first Sunday
evening, Jesus revealed himself. First by “...beginning with Moses
and all the prophets, he interpreted to them what referred to him in
all the Scriptures”, (Lk.24; 27), and then “...while he was with them
at table, he took bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to
them. With that their eyes were opened and they recognized
him…” (Lk. 24; 30-31). So it is at our Sunday celebrations, Christ
reveals himself in the Scriptures, and then reveals himself in the
Breaking of the Bread. Scripture study for the day was ended by
listening to the Bread of Life Discourse, (John 6:22-58), where
Jesus eliminates any metaphorical possibilities, and clearly
proclaims “I am the Living Bread that came down from heaven;
whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will
give is my flesh for the life of the world.” (Jn. 6:51)
Our day was completed by sharing in potluck refreshments,
amid a roomful of joyful children. We thank God for all our
Communicants and their families for bringing their children to the
table of the Lord. Let us continue to pray for each other.
KINGDOM BOUND
The four day Christian concert/festival held at Darien Lake
will be July 31st-August 3rd. We’re joining up with Queen of
Heaven and SS Peter & Paul. The cost is $200.00 and we have a
limited number of spots available. If you are interested in
attending, check our website antiochlifeteen.org for more info and
the permission slip. A $20 deposit is due by June 1st (to save your
spot), and the remaining $180 is due July 1st. Remember, it’s firstcome first-serve so get your deposit in asap!
WELCOME
Four new members of our parish community entered the
Church and united themselves to the Body of Christ during our
Easter Vigil Celebration. The sacraments of Baptism,
Confirmation, and Eucharist were received by Ashlie Chojecki, (19
yrs.) and Colin Zgoda, (18 yrs.). The sacraments of Baptism and
Eucharist were received by Lauren Chojecki, (7 yrs.) and Chelsea
Zgoda, (13 yrs.).
Also at the Easter Vigil, Robert
Beck and Brittany
Ballacchino stepped forward to receive the Gifts of the Holy Spirit
and deepen their life in Christ through the sacrament of
Confirmation. Congratulations to all! Nativity of Our Lord
welcomes you with great joy.
FAITH FORMATION
June 2: Y.E.S.—7-8pm
June 5: L.O.F.T./Mass 11:15am
June 9: Y.E.S.—7-8pm
June 12: L.O.F.T./Mass 11:15am
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Many parents and volunteers have helped and nurtured the
faith of Nativity’s children this year. With warmest regards and
heartfelt gratitude, we extend our utmost appreciation for their
open hearts and sensitivity to God’s grace: Monday 4-5pm: Ann
& Caitlin Allaire, Joe & Nancy Cal, Amy Schaffstall, Susan
Barthel, Cathleen Dunlop, Jacquie Giese, Susan Keane, Lynnmarie
Janca, Lynn Lauria, Delfina McCabe, Lori & Bo Minogue, Kitty
Turano, Melinda Lisowski, Brenda Joyce. Wednesday 4-5pm:
Lisa Gdowski, Nancy Della Contrada, Virginia Lyons, Kathy
Vukovich, Lynn Livecchi, Joseph Murphy, Marjorie Smith.
Wednesday 5:30-6:30pm: Nicole Fitch, Taylor Buccilli, Dolores
Shaw, Mary Hinterberger, Belinda Kazmierczak, Denise Nagle,
Tracy Strycharz, Craig & Lisa Hanlon, Jim Holowka. Y.E.S. 78pm: Karen Aubrecht, Pat Hayes, Mary Henault, Janet Jarczyk,
Bridget Minor, Lawlor Quinlan, Mary Pat Ruh-Holden, Sean
Hogan, Thomas Ring, L.O.F.T. 11:15am: Karen Klemmer, Darren
Longboat & Patricia Longboat. Aides: Kiersten Putnam, Erin
Partridge, Madeline Shiley, Calvin Klemmer, Dan & Tara
Minogue. Substitute: Anne Romanello. Thank you all so very
much!
Our annual Appreciation for the families of everyone who is,
part of the faith formation of Nativity’s children, will be in mid
August. All are welcome! If you do not receive a reminder by
August 6, and would like to join us, please call the Faith Formation
Office (662-2169) for information
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June, 2011
ANNOUNCED INTENTIONS OF THE CELEBRANT
Wednesday, June 1
7:00 a.m. Marilyn Honan by Timothy & Janet Coughlin
9:00 a.m. Dr. Daniel Curtin by his Wife & Family
5:00 p.m. Candy Kupka by Mary Ann Pietrzak
Thursday, June 2—The Ascension of the Lord
7:00 a.m. For Parishioners by Fr. Bernard
9:00 a.m. Eli Rey by Connie Couell & Family
` 7:00 p.m. Paul & Katherine Hulday by the Bethel Estates
Friday, June 3
7:00 a.m. Alice Nagy by Mr. & Mrs. Casimer Bebak
9:00 a.m. Joseph Long by Dottie Gardner
Saturday, June 4
8:00 a.m. Robert Lunghino by Michael & Carole Daley
4:30 p.m. Frank Honer by his Family
7:00 p.m. Walter Obrochta by his Family
Sunday, June 5
7:30 a.m. Dr. Thomas McClenathan by Jack & Annette
Wakeman
9:00 a.m. For Parishioners by Fr. Bernard
10:30 a.m. Thomas Kulik by Mary & Bob Kresse
12:00 p.m. Frank Setlik by A. Zuba
1:15 p.m. Joseph R. Paolini by Dr. & Mrs. James LoVerde
Monday, June 6
7:00 a.m. Anna & Joseph Foyle by Mary & Joseph Foyle
9:00 a.m. Rose & Louis Coppola by their Family
Tuesday, June 7
7:00 a.m. Sara Hellinger by Catherine Certo
9:00 a.m. Joseph & Florence Coppola by their Family
Wednesday, June 8
7:00 a.m. Brenda Mossburg by Ruth Frost
9:00 a.m. Mina Callis by her sister Margaret
Thursday, June 9
7:00 a.m. Angeline Nicosia by Dr. & Mrs. John Reilly
9:00 a.m. Jacqueline Cunningham by Bill & Carol Thornton
Friday, June 10
7:00 a.m. Donald Fisher by Patrick & Colleen Plunkett &
Family
9:00 a.m. Elmer Schroeder by Connie Couell
Saturday, June 11
8:00 a.m. Allison Germain Peters by Mary Atkinson
2:00 p.m. Wedding: Marguerite Needham & Gregory Bermel
4:30 p.m. Mary Eberhardt by her husband Ronald
7:00 p.m. Dr. Bernard Muscato by Ron & Peg Popek
Sunday, June 12
7:30 a.m. Neil Hartung by Barbara Ferraro
9:00 a.m. Frances & Msgr. Charles Griffin by their Family
10:30 a.m. Stella Gay by Filomena Mainella
12:00 p.m. For Parishioners by Fr. Bernard
1:15 p.m. Richard Stanley by Barbara Tschopp
Monday, June 13
7:00 a.m. Mildred Travis by William Wagner
9:00 a.m. Dr. Germante Boncaldo by his Wife
Tuesday, June 14
7:00 a.m. William Tugend by Shirley’s Friends
9:00 a.m. Barbara O’Connor by Brian Kelly
Wednesday, June 15
7:00 a.m. Hildegard Flick by her Estate
9:00 a.m. Robert B. Ruh Sr. by his wife Carol
Thursday, June 16
7:00 a.m. Gerard A. Adams by his Sister & Family
9:00 a.m. Michael Patrick O’Connor by his Family
Friday, June 17
7:00 a.m. Jo Ann Molik by her daughter Kathleen
9:00 a.m. Antonio Justicia Guzman by Mr. & Mrs. J.F. JusticiaLinde & Faye
Saturday, June 18
8:00 a.m. Evelyn Ellis by Clem & Evelyn Denzel
2:00 p.m. Wedding: Adela Cufe & Martin Lucero
4:30 p.m. Joseph Coppola by his Family
7:00 p.m. Ed Paran by his Cousins
Sunday, June 19
7:30 a.m. Edward Bores by his Family
9:00 a.m. Frank Hruby Sr. by his Daughter Rosemarie Breese
10:30 a.m. Norbert Kolczynski by his Wife and Family
12:00 p.m. Daniel Uwaifo by his Daughter
1:15 p.m. For Parishioners by Fr. Bernard
Monday, June 20
7:00 a.m. Rex Brown by his Wife & Children
9:00 a.m. Carol Lang, Sue Gannon, Ruth Dougherty & Peggy
Frank by The Club
Tuesday, June 21
7:00 a.m. Deceased Members of Gerald J. Coughlin Family by
his Estate
9:00 a.m. Kathleen McPartlan by Janice & Bob Latchford
Wednesday, June 22
7:00 a.m. Joseph E. Griffin Jr. by his Family
9:00 a.m. Jerry Naughton by Mr. & Mrs. George Schichtel
Thursday, June 23
7:00 a.m. Carl & Maria Streit by their Estate
9:00 a.m. Michael Roll by his Family
Friday, June 24
7:00 a.m. Dennis Barone by Deborah
9:00 a.m. Stella Andrews by Mary Ann Pietrzak
Saturday, June 25
8:00 a.m. Thomas Ryan by the Burke Family
11:00 a.m. Wedding: Jacqueline Galluzzo & Carmen Aquila
4:30 p.m. Michael Patrick O’Connor by Dr. & Mrs. James
LoVerde
7:00 p.m. Julia Lembic by Joy Thrun
Sunday, June 26
7:30 a.m. Carol Reimers by the 7:30 a.m. Ushers
9:00 a.m. For Parishioners by Fr. Bernard
10:30 a.m. John E. McGrath by Joe & Diane Kapsiak
12:00 p.m. Coletta & Jerome Metz by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Metz
1:15 p.m. Helen Schwamle by Hugh & Dottie Gardner
Monday, June 27
7:00 a.m. Edmund S. Brown Jr. by Paul & Annette Cannon
9:00 a.m. Mr. & Mrs. J. Strzelec by the Filsinger Family
Tuesday, June 28
7:00 a.m. Dorothy Sikora by Elvira Diaz
9:00 a.m. Rose Hellinger by the Geschwill Family
Wednesday, June 29
7:00 a.m. In Thanksgiving by Fr. Bernard
9:00 a.m. Evelyn Tighe by Rose Lally
Thursday, June 30
7:00 a.m. Vincent Ricciardi by Frank Lewandowski Family
9:00 a.m. Gilbert Gallo by Tom & Jean Shanahan
Pray the Rosary daily
Nativity News
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June, 2011
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