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

Orchard Park, New York 14127

716-662-9339 www.nativityofourlordop.com

June 3, 2018

FOURTH SUNDAY OF �

EASTER�

CORPUS CHRISTI SUNDAY

Calendar

June 9 9am

Habitat for Humanity

June 10 1:15pm

Fr. Gerard Skrzynski

Mass of Thanksgiving

and reception

June 12 7pm

K of C meeting

June 13 6pm

Nativity school Sports

Night

June 16 7pm

Baccalaureate Mass for

Nativity School

June 17

Farmers’ Market

June 21 7:30pm

Chase the Sun Run

Mass Times

Saturday Vigil

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

Confession

Saturday 3:30-4:15p, 6:30-

6:45p; Thursday 7:30am and

by request

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FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…

This Sunday we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). On such an important occasion for us as Catholic Christians, it seems most appropri-ate to speak briefly about Holy Communion.

As stated in guidelines from the United States Catholic Conference for the reception of Com-munion, “In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of grave sin and normally should have fasted for one hour.” Water and medicine are always permissible; however, gum chewing and eating candy in church prior to (or while) re-ceiving Communion are inappropriate. When approaching the Priest, Deacon, or Extraordi-nary Minister of the Eucharist, the faithful should come forward with profound respect, pause and bow their head in sincere reverence, and respond “Amen” to the invocation, “The Body of Christ.” For those receiving in the hand, one hand is raised up in the “flat” position with the other hand supporting it. The Communicant waits for the Host to be placed on his/her out-stretched hand and then puts the Host in his/her mouth using the other hand. (If a Host should inadvertently fall to the floor, it needs to be consumed or given back to the minister.) The same reverence is due when receiving Communion under the form of the Precious Blood from the cup.

Catholics are obligated “to receive Communion at least once a year some time during the inter-val between the First Sunday of Lent and Trinity Sunday. Since Christ is fully present under each form of the Eucharist (that is, both the consecrated Bread and Wine), it is sufficient to receive Him under the species (form) of bread or wine alone. However, the ‘sign of commun-ion is more complete when given under both kinds, since in that form the sign of the Eucharis-tic meal appears more clearly’ (CCC, no. 1390).” [United States Catholic Catechism for

Adults, pg. 222]

In this joyful feast of Corpus Christi, we give praise and thanksgiving to God for the precious gift of the Holy Eucharist. Here at our parish, we are especially blessed to have the Holy Eu-charist available for Adoration continuously, day and night, in our beautiful Eucharistic Adora-tion Chapel (located in the Welcome Center Entrance off Argyle Place). May we always re-ceive Holy Communion, and adore Jesus present in the Blessed Sacrament, with a sense of deep faith and great respect. - Fr. Jim

Pastor: Rev. James D. Ciupek 662-9339 X140

Mass celebrants: Msgr. James F. Campbell

Fr. Robert A. Wozniak

Fr. James G. Judge

School Principal: Chris Gardon 662-7572 X122

School Secretary: Sue Covelli X120

Faith Formation: Mary Barone 662-2169

Faith Form. Asst: Joy Kaminski

Music Director: Robert Kiersz

Business Manager: Tim Redinger 662-9339 X125

Financial Assistant: Stephanie Carson X131

Parish Life: Melissa Potzler X145

Parish Secretary: Sue McDonough X110

Administrative Asst: Denise Nagle

Facilities Manager: Mike King X117

Facilities Assistants: Will Klas, Scott Sihler

Trustees: Rosemary Barney and Dan Marmion

OUR OWN DEACON JERRY SKRZYNSKI IS NOW

FATHER JERRY SKRZYNSKI!

Join us next weekend at the 1:15pm Mass as we

celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving with Fr. Jerry. A reception will follow

the Mass in narthex. All are welcome!

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, June 2

8:00 a.m. Matthew and Frances Conlin by their daughter 4:30 p.m. Sophia Bialek by her family

7:00 p.m. Elizabeth Igoe by Mary McGrath

Sunday, June 3

7:30 a.m. Fred Mahoney by the Couell family

9:00 a.m. Mary Schichtel by the Schichtel family

10:30 a.m. William P. Wilson by Jim & Michelle Overforf

12:00 p.m. Mass for parishioners by Fr. Jim

1:15 p.m. Geraldine Colarusso by Ken & Katy O’Donnell Monday, June 4

7:00 a.m. Dr. Donald Kelley by Geraldine Kelley

9:00 a.m. Frank Honer by his family

Tuesday, June 5

7:00 a.m. Mary Schitchtel by James and Lorraine Wohlrab

9:00 a.m. Rose Prestel by Robert and Bert Kellner Wednesday, June 6

7:00 a.m. Anna and Joseph Foyle by Mary & Joseph Foyle

9:00 a.m. David Downing by Mrs. Stephen Cavanaugh

Thursday, June 7

7:00 a.m. deceased members of Mary Didas family by their estate

9:00 a.m. Gene Boechel by Mr. and Mrs. Marmion

Friday, June 8

7:00 a.m. Patricia Kreppel by the Sturckler family

8:30 a.m. Margaret Whitcher by John and Ellen Schreier Saturday, June 9

8:00 a.m. Catherine Higgins by Brian and Leslie Shields 4:30 p.m. Rose and Louis Coppola by their family

7:00 p.m. Del and Nick Shyhalla by their family

Sunday, June 10

7:30 a.m. Nancy Hartung by Lee and the Girls

9:00 a.m. Mass for parishioners by Fr, Jim

10:30 a.m. Norma Ferro by her husband and family

12:00 p.m. Joan Haws by her family

1:15 p.m. Mary Ann Corbett by Dan and Gina Fahey

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, Ann Marie Gensler, Barbara Ghirsig, Al, Jennifer and Mikey Insurnari, Marcia Jurkowski, Colleen King, Jose Madera, Bill Masset, Michelle Matla, Barbara McPherson, Eugenia Mingen, Diane Morano, Thomas Neal, Shirley Per-rine, Melissa Potzler, Margie and Marvin Prebble, Jim Riffel, Del Rollek, Annette Rosenberg, Frances Saraceno, Charlie Schaffstall, Sr., Alice Seydel, Mike Slawienski, Scott Thom-as, Bill Thornton, Sr., Barbara Tschopp, Dr. Ronald Vidal, Mike Whalen, Dan Zsebehazy.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Nativity of Our Lord’s next Habit for Humanity Day will be Saturday, June 9th. Help rebuild homes in Buffalo. Please invite family & friends who must be at least 16 to 49 years old. The location is Kilhoffer Street, Buffalo, 14211. Start time is 9am. If you are interested in volunteering for Habitat for Humanity go to HabitatBuffalo.org. and register by May 31st.

EMPOWERING WOMEN AND COUPLES

When you understand how fertility and infertility work within a couple, you can use that knowledge to plan your family. Experiencing infertility? Catholic FertilityCare Centers are here to help you. Professional, confidential instruction is available at Sisters and Mercy Hospitals. Attend one of the upcoming Introductory Sessions: Buffalo Mercy Hospital on Tuesday, June 12 or Tuesday,

July 10 at 7pm; or Sisters Hospital on Saturday, June 23

or Saturday, July 21 at 10:30am. Pre-registration is re-quired. Please call 828-2493 for Mercy Hospital or 862-1944 for Sisters. You can also visit www.WomenCareWNY.org.

EXPAND YOUR IMPACT ON CATHOLIC CHARITIES

DAY OF GIVING ON JUNE 8

Catholic Charities is in critical need of your help to meet its 2018 Appeal goal. With one month remaining, the Appeal is short $1.25 million of its $11 million goal. On June 8, Catho-lic Charities -- with the support of a generous anonymous do-nor -- will be matching all new Appeal gifts, dollar for dollar up to $50,000. This means a $10 contribution to the Appeal becomes $20. A $50 gift becomes $100. Just as Jesus multi-plied the loaves and fishes to feed the multitudes, this is your chance to feed and bless our neighbors in need. Consider this: The population of the eight counties of WNY is just over 1.5 million people. Last year, Catholic Charities of Buffalo served 152,919 who were suffering and vulnerable. That equates to 1 out of every 10 people! If EVERY HOUSE-HOLD in the parish would give just $5 each on June 8, we

could achieve our goal and continue our critical work to

serve those most at risk throughout the diocese!

Here’s How You Can Help:

• Make an individual contribution online on June 8 by vis-iting: www.ccwny.org/donation.

• Share Catholic Charities’ Day of Giving messages on your personal social media accounts.

• Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to support the Appeal and double their impact on June 8. We will be sharing updates on the progress of Catholic Charities' Day of Giving throughout the day on our social media and on two billboards locally.

St. Clare, Pray for Us!��HOLY FACE MINISTRY RETREAT

The Holy Face Ministry will present a one day retreat at the Mother of Mercy House, 6131 Newton Road, entitled “Contemplating the Face of Christ Through Self-Denial.” The retreat will take place on Thursday, June 14 from 9am until 3pm. $20 includes lunch. Please call 662-6025.

CHASE THE SUN SUMMER RUN 5k

Join us for the annual CHASE THE SUN Run to support Na-tivity School on Thursday, June 21 at 7:30pm. The post-race party starts immediately after the run. Everyone is welcome. Information and links for registration can be found on the Chase the Sun page on the school website at http://nativityschool.net/chase-the-sun-5k/. You can also use the link http://www.chasethesun5k.com.

WHEN A LOVED ONE LEAVES THE CHURCH

Local author and speaker Lorene Hanley Duquin will discuss why people leave the church, why they come back, and what we can do to encourage them to return to the faith. This ses-sion will take place on Tuesday, June 5 at 7pm at St. John Paul II Parish Community Room, 2052 Lakeview Road, Lake View. This will be a one hour presentation with Q and A to follow. No reservation is required. Light refreshments will be available. For more information, visit www.jp2parish.org.

JOURNEY INTO LOVE

The Office of Family Life Ministries needs married couples willing to give of their time for a 20-minute talk to share their experiences with engaged couples at our Journey Into Love monthly diocesan program.. The commitment can be as much or as little as you are available—even just once a year! Contact the Family Life Office at 847-2210 or email fami-lylife@buffalodiocese.org for more details.

MISSION 2018

Make your faith come alive by attending the eight day Mission at Annunciation Church, 7580 Clinton Street, Elma. Mission begins July 7 at 5:45pm followed by seven consecutive eve-nings at 6:30pm. Come experience this wonderful week of inspiring talks, moving liturgical services, uplifting music, warm fellowship, and plenty of food. For more information or to register, call Jim and Judy at 343-4013.

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SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS:

FOR BOYS AND GIRLS

AGE 3-10

Nativity Vacation Bible School is back! Join us for a week of faith and fun from July 9-13 and exper i-ence Splash Canyon. Learn about God’s love through songs, skits, games, crafts and more. Register online at www.nativityofourlordop.com. For more information, call Melissa or Denise at 662-9339.

Ollie the Otter will be there!

MANAGE YOUR GIVING ONLINE!

Nativity is excited to announce that you can now manage your giving online! Giving online is easy and allows you to set up automatic recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history from anywhere you have access to the In-ternet. Simply follow these easy steps: 1. Visit the Church website at www.nativityofourlordop.com. 2. Click on the Support button. 3. Click on the Create Profile button. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to create an online profile and to schedule your recurring contributions.

CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS CAMPAIGN

Next week, our second collection is for the Catholic Communi-cations Campaign. This campaign connects people with Christ, here and around the world in developing countries, through the internet, television, radio and print media. And fifty percent of funds collected remain in our diocese to fund local communica-tions efforts. Your support helps spread the gospel message! To learn more, visit www.usccb.org/ccc.

TRANSFORMED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT

Do you want to be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit? Join Magnificat Ministry to Catholic Women on June 16, 2018 for a morning of praise, testimony and prayer! Marangely Gon-zalez, member of Holy Cross Parish and well-known speaker for Charismatic Renewal, will be the guest speaker. The event will take place at the Millennium Hotel, 2040 Walden Avenue, Cheektowaga. For more information, please call Ellie at 632-

0646.

NEEDED: VIVE, a Buffalo shelter for over 60 asylum seekers is in need of 2 complete twin beds including frames, mattresses and box springs. Please call Sr. Beth Niederpruem @ VIVE 716-892-4354 x607 or email nunbeth48@gmail.com �

NATIVITY SCHOOL SPORTS NIGHT

Wednesday, June 13th 6-8 pm

If your child played a sport this year, please join us for a night to recognize them & their coaches - $30 per family. Visit the school website for more

information: www.nativityschool.net

Go Warriors!

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LECTIONARY-GATHER HYMNAL 1090 †EX 24:3-8 †HEB 9:11-15 †MARK 14:12-26

GATHERING - JESUS, MY LORD ▼

RESPONSE: PSALM 116

AFTER THE CONSECRATION:�When we eat this Bread �

and drink this Cup,�we proclaim your Death, O Lord, �

un�l you come again.�

LORD’S PRAYER—SUNG

COMMUNION REFRAIN: 950

THANKSGIVING - O LORD,

I AM NOT WORTHY ▼

- Bidding Prayers - [Leader:] That all the people of God, treasuring the book of the covenant,

[All:] …may live in peace by obeying

the Lord’s words and ordinances.

That all the peoples of earth, redeemed by the blood of the covenant,

…may reverence each other as children of the one God,

who has chosen them.

That those who have defiled themselves by espousing prejudice or racism

…may allow the blood of Christ

to purify their consciences and hearts.

That those who prepare our young people to share in the Eucharist; those who bring communion to our sick and homebound;

and those newly ordained:

…may be living signs of the presence of Christ, who is our Passover and our Peace.

That we who are graced in this Eucharist with the book of the covenant, the broken bread and the cup of blessing

…may offer our lives as a living sacrifice of praise to God, and service to all.

That by the death of Christ that redeems them, the faithful departed, especially N. ; and those departed in service of country or church:

…may receive the promised eternal inheritance.

-Copyrights- Psalm 116 Refrain – music by O Westendorf © 1980 World Library Publ., Franklin Park, IL.

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