Saturday Vigil Masses

4:30pm and 7pm

Sunday Masses

7:30am, 9am, 10:30am

12:00pm and 1:15pm

Weekday Masses

Mon-Thur 7am and 9am

Friday 7am and 8:30am

Saturday 8am

Holy Days

Vigil Mass 4:30pm

Holy Day 7am, 9am, 7pm

Sacrament of

Confession

Saturday 3:30-4:15p and

6:30-6:45p

Thursday 7:30am

and by request

Baptisms

Usually the 2nd and 4th

Sundays at 1:15p Mass.

New parents must be regis-

tered and attend a class pri-

or to Baptism.

Marriage

Arrangements should be

made at least nine months

ahead of time with our

priest. A Marriage Prepara-

tion program is required.

Nativity of Our Lord R.C. Church 26 Thorn Avenue

Orchard Park, New York 14127

716-662-9339 www.nativityofourlordop.com

April 22, 2018

FOURTH SUNDAY OF �

EASTER�

Pastor: Rev. James D. Ciupek 662-9339 ext 140

Mass celebrants: Msgr. James F. Campbell

Fr. Robert A. Wozniak

Fr. James G. Judge

Transitional Deacon: Rev. Mr. Gerard Skrzynski

School Principal: Chris Gardon 662-7572 ext 122

School Secretary: Sue Covelli ext 120

Faith Formation: Mary Barone 662-2169

Faith Form. Asst: Joy Kaminski

Music Director: Robert Kiersz

Business Manager: Tim Redinger 662-9339 ext 125

Financial Assistant: Stephanie Carson ext 131

Parish Life: Melissa Potzler ext 145

Parish Secretary: Sue McDonough ext 110

Administrative Asst: Denise Nagle

Facilities Manager: Mike King ext 117

Facilities Assistants: Will Klas, Scott Sihler

Trustees: Rosemary Barney and Dan Marmion

GOOD

SHEPHERD

SUNDAY

Calendar

April 22 9am-1pm

Haiti Breakfast at St.

George’s

April 23 4pm

Lackawanna pantry

April 28 6:30-10pm

Casino Fun Night

April 28/29

Catholic Home Missions

collection

May 8 7:00pm

K of C meeting

Stop the Bleed training

May 10

Mother/Daughter Craft

Night for school

May 18

Mother/Son Bowling for

school

May 27

Farmers’ Market returns

FOR MORE INFOR-

MATION REGARDING

THESE EVENTS, PLEASE

SEE INSIDE THIS BUL-

LETIN OR VISIT THE

SCHOOL AND CHURCH

WEBSITES.

Church:

www.nativityofourlord

op.com

School:

www.nativityschool.net

FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…

As you may be aware, parishes throughout the Diocese have been asked by Bishop Malone to conduct a count of the number of people attending weekend Masses for three consecutive weekends during the month of April. The counting was initiated last weekend and will con-clude on April 28/29. A team of three people have been assigned to conduct the count, two individuals from St. John Paul II parish in Lake View, and one member from our own parish. (In turn, two parishioners from our parish are assisting with the count at Our Lady of the Sa-cred Heart in Orchard Park.) The Mass attendance project came forth from the Diocesan Pres-byteral (Priest) Council’s concerns about the spiritual welfare of the priests and people of the Diocese, particularly with respect to the liturgical life in the parishes and the number of Masses celebrated. I quote from a letter to the priests of the Diocese from Bishop Malone dated March 5, 2018:

It was recommended to me that a task force be formed consisting of a few members of the Council, other priests, and a member of the Diocesan Ad-ministration This task force will begin a comprehensive study and research of our parish weekend Mass schedules. Of paramount importance is the spiritual and physical health of our priests, as well as the vibrant celebration of the Eucharist in all of our parishes. More specifically, the task force will be reviewing the Mass schedules to assure that our parishes have the appro-priate number of weekend Masses. This research will include an emphasis on strengthening the prayerful celebration of the Eucharist.

I want to emphasize, as was clarified in a subsequent communication by the Bishop to the priests on April 3, that this is simply a fact-finding project and no decisions have been made at this point. After the numbers from the Mass count are returned to the Vicars (heads of the various Diocesan regions), they will be brought to the task force for study, and then recom-mendations made to the Bishop.

Indeed, may God Bless and guide all those involved in making decisions regarding the well-being of the people of the parishes and the priests who minister to them.

Fr. Jim

CATHOLIC TRIVIA QUESTION

One of the cardinal virtues of the Church, those with this virtue are known

to have great self-control. What virtue is this? Answer on page 4

Know your faith

???

SEEDS OF CHANGE

After learning about the shocking childhood poverty rate of forty-four percent in the city of Buffalo, Olivia Larson, a sophomore at Mount Mercy Academy, decided she would like to do something to com-bat childhood poverty and its effects in our community. Donations will be collected for Gerard Place and Western New York Family Promise. Items needed are crib sheets, mattress covers, diapers, Band-Aids, children’s cold medicine, wash cloths, pencils, new children’s socks of all sizes, books, and plastic plates bowls, and cups. A collection box will be locat-ed in the narthex.

COMING IN JUNE - A NEW WAY TO

GIVE

Nativity of Our Lord is pleased to an-nounce the introduction of an electronic op-tion for making regular offerings. Contribu-tions can soon be debited automatically from your checking or savings account [or pro-cessed using your credit or debit card] .Our new electronic giving program offers con-venience for you, much-needed donation consistency for our congregation's steward-ship and a chance to be more environmental-ly conscious. More information will be published on our website and in future newsletters. This is not replacing the envelope system, but rather another option for our parishioners to sup-port Nativity and its many ministries.

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, April 21

8:00 a.m. Dr. Donald Kelley by Sheila and Dave Schwanekamp

4:30 p.m. Frank Breese by Rosemarie Breese

7:00 p.m. Edwin and Eleanor Nowakowski by their family

Sunday, April 22

7:30 a.m. Mass for parishioners by Fr. Jim

9:00 a.m. Dorothy and Elmer Breidenstein by Dave and Mary Ann

10:30 a.m. deceased members of Beeny family by Mr. and Mrs. J. Kalinowski

12:00 p.m. Stella Jasiura by the Orie family

1:15 p.m. Karen Mahoney by Ginny & Bill Hogan family

Monday, April 23

7:00 a.m. George Kuehm by Del Rollek and family

9:00 a.m. Vincent Donnelly by Alan and Marge Winistorfer Tuesday, April 24

7:00 a.m. Robert Carroll by the Cleary family

9:00 a.m. James Ormond by Ginger Armknecht Wednesday, April 25

7:00 a.m. Thomas Sartori by Lucille and Gary Wurth

9:00 a.m. Theresa McLoughlin by Thomas & Barbara Kra-emer

Thursday, April 26

7:00 a.m. Walter Palczewski by the Douglas Hamberger family

9:00 a.m. Margaret Daniels by John & Joyce Berdysiak

Friday, April 27

7:00 a.m. William D. Gallagher by Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Cavanaugh

8:30 a.m. Jean Schroeder by her husband

Saturday, April 28

8:00 a.m. James Kirkland by Tom & Nancy McNulty

4:30 p.m. Stanley & Hattie Baranski by Ruth & Richard Palaszewski

7:00 p.m. Amanda Jarczyk by Mr. & Mrs. Ted Lipowski

Sunday, April 29

7:30 a.m. Dr. Joseph F. Ruh by Elizabeth & Aravind Herle

9:00 a.m. Joan Haws by her family

10:30 a.m. Gladys Martin Varona by Mr. & Mrs. J. F. Jus-ticia-Linde

12:00 p.m. Dr. Michael Sansone by John & Katie Gura

1:15 p.m. Mass for parishioners by Fr. Jim

COMPANIONS WITH THE

SUFFERING CHRIST

Nan Ackerman, Baby Rafiel, Jordan Berkhoudt, Kevin Boyle, Jack Burns, Kathleen Campion, Bonnie Carloni, Daneen Carloni, William Danesi, Bernard Daube, Dr. Antho-ny F. DeVincentis, Gianna Dignitti, Paul Eberhardt, Rose-mary Edwards, Fr. Richard Florek, Jonathan Franke, Megan Galenski, Barbara Ghirsig, Al, Jennifer and Mikey Insurnari, Marcia Jurkowski, Jose Madera, Bill Masset, Michelle Matla, Barbara McPherson, Eugenia Mingen, Thomas Neal, Shirley Perrine, Melissa Potzler, Margie and Marvin Prebble, Jim Riffel, Del Rollek, Annette Rosenberg, Frances Saraceno, Charlie Schaffstall, Sr., Alice Seydel, Scott Thomas, Bill Thornton, Sr., Barbara Tschopp, Dr. Ronald Vidal, Mike Whalen, Dan Zsebehazy.

PRO-LIFE Father Jim Ciupek sponsored the sec-ond meeting of Nativity's Pro-life committee. The energized group dis-cussed various ideas for what they would like to accomplish in the future. Anyone interested in getting in on the ground floor of this exciting new min-istry is invited to attend the group's third meeting scheduled for April 19th at 6:30, upstairs in the Welcome Center - no commitment is required. (Fact: Life begins at conception. A baby's heart begins to beat at 18 days.)

CATHOLIC HOME MISSIONS

Next weekend, April 28/29, is our collection for Catholic Home Missions appeal. This appeal supports the dioceses here in our own country, like Juneau, Alaska, that struggle to make ends meet and serve all of the needs of their parishion-ers. It is through your generosity that many churches are able to keep their doors open and provide essential pastoral ser-vices. Your gifts help to provide liturgical and educational supplies, assisting priests to offer the Eucharist and other sacraments. Your generosity brings Christ’s message of love, compassion and reconciliation.

HELP FOR ADDICTION

Are you battling an addiction, or do you have a loved one who is?

• Addict 2 Addict offers immediate peer support from peo-ple who have been there in recovery and those who have had to deal with loved ones struggling with addiction. Call 836-2726 or email sveiders@wnyil.org.

• Colton’s Journey to Liberation is a non-profit movement created to inspire awareness and change the conversation around substance abuse. Call 392-1070 or email aware-ness@cjtol.com

ST. GIANNA MOLLA PREGNANCY OUTREACH

Our parishioners have been extremely generous in their sup-port of this ministry. Thank you! The following items are currently in low supply: diapers, wipes, bibs, bottles, baby wash and lotion, short sleeve onesies. For your convenience, items can be placed in the wooden bins beneath the crucifix in the narthex of the church. Questions...call Kathy Vukovich 667-3173

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

A big “thank you” to Nativity parishioners for your generous support of Catholic Charities. If you have not yet made your donation, there is still time! You can drop your donation in the regular collection and mark it “Catholic Charities”, you can mail it to Nativity at 43 Ar-gyle, or you can mail it directly to Catholic Charities at 741 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, New York, 14209.

ST. GEORGE’S ANNUAL HAITI BREAKFAST

Join in on the fun Sunday, April 22 from 9am-1pm for St. George’s Annual Haiti Breakfast at 74 Old Glenwood Road in West Falls. There will be a 50/50 auction and a gift basket raffle. Proceeds go to support the people and ongoing projects of our twin parish of St. Michael in Coq Chante, Haiti. $7 for adults and $4 for children.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

The following former Nativity students made the Honor Roll at Canisius High School for the third quarter:

9th grade

Owen Kavanaugh, Collin Lyndaker, Jackson Mann, Ethan Weislo, Noah Weislo

10th grade

Aiden Hart-Nova, Sean Jones, David Miller, Patrick Notaro

11th grade

Brayden Bennett, Gabriel Cuvelle, Gabriel Schlee, Joseph Wischerath, John Zarlock

12th grade

David Downing, John Minogue, Raymond Miranda, Joseph Ricottone, Joseph Tripi

JOB WELL DONE!

FAITH FORMATION

First Eucharist preparation is well under way. All of the chil-dren are preparing to receive the Eucharist for the first time, the third of the seven sacraments. We hope many of you can join us as we travel on this journey with our young Catholics.

First Eucharist Masses are April 29th, May 6th and May 20th.

Some of our First Eucharist recipients reflecting and rehearsing for the big day

See what your children are learning at Nativity.

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NATIVITY SCHOOL FUNDRAISER

SATURDAY, APRIL 28

6:30-10pm

Tickets are $30 until April 23; $40 thereafter

Come have fun with us! Tickets are available

for sale

after ALL Masses April 21st and 22nd, in

School Office and on our website

www.nativityschool.net.

Thank you for your continued support!

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

SVDP’s asylum seekers from Afghanistan are in need of your help. The mom passed her driver test and needs a car to be able to work to support her family. Please call Dennis Wolbert at 308-7858 if you have a trade-in vehicle and want to donate to our family from Afghanistan.

SVDP thanks Nativity of Our Lord for their generous financial support through the Poor Box located on the back wall of the church. Monies are used to provide clients located in Orchard Park and Buffalo with appliances and bedding so that they can keep food fresh and move from sleeping on the floor to a bed you have enabled your SVDP to provide.

SVDP furniture and appliances are always needed and dona-tions can be scheduled for pickup on a future Thursday by call-ing the SVDP store at 882-3360.

CPR/AED TRAINING

Heartsaver CPR/AED Training will take place at Orchard Park Presbyterian Church on Friday, May 4 at 9:00 a.m. or Satur-

day, May 5 at 9 a.m. Instructor : Tom Barsi, EMT-P, Direc-tor of Education, American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator, Orchard Park Fire District EMS. Please register for ONE date using the online links below or contact Sherry Pomeroy at 662-9348 ext. 309 or sherry@oppchurch.org if you have questions or need assistance registering.

♥ Friday May 4, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Registration and online payment of $55 Link: tinyurl.com/cprmay4 ♥ Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. .~ Registration and online payment of $55 Link: tinyurl.com/oppc5

Trivia answer:�

Temperance�

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- IN THE GATHER HYMNAL - LECTIONARY- 1071

†ACTS 4:8-12 †1 JOHN 3:1-2 †JOHN 10:11-18

GATHERING HYMN:

1-All you on earth rejoice and sing; Give glory to our risen King! Raise your voices! Alleluia!

Our Lord, who died, now truly lives; To us this promise he now gives.

Alleluia "

2-Your death, O Lord, was but the seed

From which a new life would proceed! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Our Lord, who rose by his own pow'r, Will raise us all in that last hour.

Alleluia "

3-The Lord has made this Easter day; To joy let sorrow now give way!

Celebrate it! Alleluia! All Christians, who one faith declare,

Sing praise to him whose life we share. Alleluia "

GLORIA REFRAIN

RESPONSE: PSALM 118

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COPYRIGHT PERMISSIONS - GLORIA by S Soper © 2010 World Library Publ.,

Psalm 118 by M Guimont © 1995 GIA Publ., under OneLicense.net License: A-717163 All rights reserved

~ MASS AT 9:00~ SPIRIT & SONG HYMNAL

GATHERING HYMN: 228 RESPONSE: Psalm 118

This is the day the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad!

PREPARATION: 128

DURING COMMUNION: Lay It Down SENDING FORTH: 350

- BIDDING PRAYERS -

[Leader:] That all those outside the fold, for whom Jesus laid down his life

[All:] …may be gathered into the one flock of the one Shepherd.

That those who control the destinies of nations

…may act as responsible stewards of the power and people entrusted to their care.

That the defenseless ones of society

…may be known and defended by Christians as God’s own, worthy of dignity and respect.

That those who are sick and those in harm’s way

…may find health in the name of Jesus,

and care at the hands of his disciples.

That we who know and are known by the Good Shepherd

…may gladly welcome into this flock

all who will listen to the Lord’s voice.

That all the departed who were god’s children by baptism, especially N.; and those departed in service of country or church

…may become like God in eternal life.

AFTER THE CONSECRATION:�When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup,

we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again.

THE LORD’S PRAYER - SUNG COMMUNION REFRAIN - 537

THANKSGIVING HYMN - 540