May 28, 2017 A Pro-Life Parish

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1 Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church PASTOR Rev. Ronald P. Sajdak Ext. 302 PAROCHIAL VICAR Rev. Daniel E. Ogbeifun Ext. 308 DEACONS Deacon Thomas F. Friedman Jr. Deacon Carmelo Gaudioso PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Amy Vossen Vukelic: Ext. 303, RECTORY OFFICE - Open 8:30AM - 4PM Mon. Fri Harris Hill Rd., Williamsville, NY Phone: Fax: PARISH SECRETARY Karen Molitor: Ext. 4, karen@nativityharrishill.org BUSINESS MANAGER Janet Paul - Ext.311 janet@nativityharrishill.org BOOKKEEPER Cindy Schilling - Ext. 304, cindy@nativityharrishill.org MASSES Saturday Vigil: 4:30 PM Sunday: 8AM, 9:30AM Children s Liturgy, 11 AM, 5PM Holy Days of Obligation: See the bulletin Weekdays: 9 AM; Rosary after Mass, Saturdays: 8 AM EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Wednesdays: 7:30-8:30PM & 8PM Chaplet of Divine Mercy First Fridays: 9:30AM Noon, September - May CONFESSIONS Saturday: 3:30-4:15PM, daily after Mass upon request BAPTISMS Call the rectory to schedule Baptism. First time parents are asked to register for a Pre-Baptismal meeting. MARRIAGES Arrangements by the couple need to be made 6 months in advance by making appointment with the priest. LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION & YOUTH MINISTRY 8550 Main Street, Williamsville, NY Phone: Fax: NEW PARISHIONERS DIRECTOR : The registration form is also on our website or contact rectory. John Wilde: Ext. 322 jwilde@nativityharrishill.org NATIVITY OF MARY SCHOOL 8550 Main Street, Williamsville, NY Phone: Fax: PRINCIPAL Mr. Joseph Roaldi : Ext. 302 jroaldi@nativityofmaryschool.org SECRETARY Patricia Downing Ext.301 office@nativityofmaryschool.org DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT Kathleen Sutter Ext. 317 ksutter@nativityofmaryschool.org May 28, 2017 A Pro-Life Parish Parish Mission Statement Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish is a Roman Catholic faith community. Centered and formed by the Eucharist, we seek to learn and to live the Gospel and to lovingly grow through service to one another and to all God s people. ELEMENTARY COORDINATOR Maureen Rademaker: Ext. 332 mrademaker@nativityharrishill.org HIGH SCHOOL COORDINATOR Stephanie Moss - Ext. 333 smoss@nativityharrishill.org MIDDLE SCHOOL COORDINATOR Meghan Rogers - Ext. 329 mrogers@nativityharrishill.org SAFE ENVIRONMENT COORDINATOR & OFFICE SUPPORT Kim Prisinzano - Kimp@nativityharrishill.org

2 NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 28, 2017 SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Mon., May 29 Easter Weekday - Memorial Day 9:00 Deceased Members of Catholic War Veterans - by CWVA - E.J. Bastian Post #1479 Tues., May 30 - Easter Weekday 9:00 Dominic & Marie Terreri - The Family Wed. May 31 - The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary 9:00 Arthur Dobson Thurs., June 1 - St. Justin, Martyr 9:00 Richard Wescott Fri., June 2 - St. Marcellinus & Peter, Martyrs 9:00 Joseph Prenevau - M/M Howard Mandell Sat., June 3 - St. Charles Lwanga & His Companions, Martyrs 8:00 Departed Souls 2:00 Wedding Mass: Naab & Dersam 4:30 Josephine Azzarello - Jean & Floyd Nawrot Marianna Yerina - Robert & Michael Yerina \Sun., June 4 - Pentecost Sunday Readings for Today: Acts 2: 1-11; Psalm 104; 1 Corinthaians 12:3b-7; 12-13; John 20: :00 Harold Reeverts - Tom & Rosanne McGovern Suzanne L. King - Joseph King & Family 9:30 In Celebration of Deacon Thomas & Catherine Friedman 40th Wedding Anniversary Roger Czarnecki - Pat & Walter Pidgeon 11:00 Beatrice & William Wynne - Dorothy Wynne Donato Iuliano-niece, Lisa Saletta & brother Mario 5:00 Mary Delnicki - The Family Frank & Adeline Krawczyk - Daughter & Family MINISTRIES FOR JUNE 3 & 4 EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Join us in prayer for our World WILLIAMSVILLE, NY PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES AT NATIVITY In addition to our weekly or daily gatherings at Mass, we also invite you to consider nourish your prayer life and join us during the week at one of the gatherings: There will be Eucharistic Adoration this week on Wednesday, May 31 from 7:30-8:30PM. The Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be at 8PM Also Friday, June 2, 9:30AM - Noon. Please come and pray enjoy quiet space before our Lord! In order to convert America and save the World what we need is for every parish to come before Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament in Holy Hours of prayer.(st. Mother Teresa) INTERCESSORY PRAYER GROUP We meet on 1st, 3rd, & if there is one, fifth Wednesdays of each month in the Marian Chapel, 6-7PM. You do not need to attend each session, please come and go as you wish. We want to pray for you and your intentions. Use form located in the Marian Chapel. Centering Prayer sessions This method of prayer is both a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. Centering Prayer emphasizes prayer as a personal relationship with God and as a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Christ. Centering Prayer sessions are on Fridays from 9:45-10:30 AM in Paa Center. THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED Please pray for the deceased members of the parish and all who have gone before us marked with the sign of faith. REMEMBERING THOSE WHO ARE SICK IN PRAYER Ledell Alford, Charlotte Criger, Ann and John G., Laurie and Leo Gauthier, Rob Luparello, Stephanie Meyers, David Mills, Ed Proszek, Bill Rademaker, James Leo Reilly, Joseph Rizzuto, Susan Rohan, Joan and Julianna S., Joyce Sanford, Marie Starck, Mary Darren Zych Names will appear for only three months, after that time please notify us and if their condition continues, contact Amy Vossen Vukelic - Pastoral Associate, PRE-BAPTISM CLASS The class for first time parents who wish to have their child baptized is Tuesday, June 13 at 7PM in the Church. For registration call the Parish Secretary, Karen at or at karen@nativityharrishill.org

3 SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 28, 2017 From the Desk of Fr. Ron, The composer, Carly Simon created a hit song called Anticipation. The refrain lyrics were: Anticipation, Anticipation is making me late, is keeping me waiting. This piece was then modified and used as an advertising jingle for Heinz Ketchup. It speaks of two realities; that of Anticipation and Waiting. While anticipation is looked upon favorably, waiting is not too acceptable for most of us. In our current culture, waiting is tolerated but not valued. In the first reading from the Acts of the Apostles this weekend, after the Ascension event on Mt. Olivet, the disciples returned to the upper room where all things began with the celebration of the last supper. It was in this room that Jesus instituted the memorial sacrifice of His Body and Blood; in this room that they beheld the Risen Lord on the Day of Resurrection. It is in this room now they sit and wait. They devote themselves to prayer and recollection about the life of Jesus and waited for the promised gift of the Holy Spirit. Psalm 27:13-14, encourages us: I believe I shall see the LORD s goodness in the land of the living. Wait for the LORD, take courage; be stouthearted, wait for the LORD! At the beginning of an academic initiative we often wish we could fast track to the end, get our degree and be done with it already. It is a powerful lesson if we, when challenged, can learn to enjoy the ride to our degree. Years of monastic life have taught the Christian Community the joy of Anticipation and the vocation of Waiting upon the Lord. Let us be courageous and accept the challenge offered to us in the Biblical lessons this weekend. Wait for the Lord, take courage; be stouthearted, wait for the Lord! Pastoral Associate News by Amy Vossen Vukelic In - Reach Children Liturgy of the Word Leaders and Aides needed. Offered at 9:30 Masses, adult leaders offer the Liturgy of the Word to children ages 3-9 years. Aides offer support and assistance to the leaders. We are looking to increase our Leadership team, and invite anyone who may be interested to observe a session during the month of June. For more information, please contact Amy. Do you know someone who could have a drug addiction? Today we offer the second excerpt from an article written by a former addict, Adam Cook, of Addiction Hub ( offering practical ways to address your concerns: Watching someone you love endure pain and suffering is heartbreaking. You want to help in any way you can, whether it s by offering advice or assisting them in finding someone else to help. If someone you love is suffering from substance abuse, you may not know exactly what to say or what to do, but you can support them in finding treatment. The Talk When speaking, be supportive and sincerely listen to responses, but remain firm in your course of action. Talk and listen so that it s a true conversation, not a lecture. Instead of using a moralistic tone about substance abuse, note the consequences you ve observed for the person and their family and friends. Don t demand your loved one stop using. Your goal is to make your loved one aware that you re concerned and that he/she may need treatment. Calmly state that you believe substance use is occurring, provide all evidence, and express what you want the person to do about it. If the discussion becomes too emotional or seems to be going nowhere, postpone the conversation and become better prepared. You can try speaking with a counselor to help you find effective techniques that work naturally for you. Outreach: Put your faith into action. The United Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Justice, Peace, and Human Development, publishes Notes for Neighbors, which offers stories and ways that we can love our neighbor in our own backyard and on the other side of the globe. You can access the newsletter online by following this link: You can also subscribe via to receive these newsletters monthly. Care Packages for Troops: The Clarence American Legion Auxiliary Unit 838 has again invited to participate in collecting care package items for troops overseas. Starting June 13 through July 9, bins will be available at all church entrances to receive any of the following items: granola bars, tooth brushes, tooth paste, shampoo, deodorant, Slim Jims, cookies, candy, pens, and paper. RECTORY OFFICE CLOSED The Rectory office will be closed on Monday May 29, for Memorial Day. We will back in the office on Tuesday, May 30 8:30AM - 4:00 PM. SECOND COLLECTION In the May/June envelope packets the Second Collection for Mission Cooperative will be delayed until July 30.

4 NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY HEALING MASS FRIDAY JUNE 7PM Let's come together and pray for our family, for our community, for one another, especially the sick, those in hospitals, those with cancer, the homebound, those going for surgery, those with special intentions, the travelers, etc. This Service is for anyone seeking "physical, spiritual healing." Everyone is welcomed and will be prayed for. I am glad to offer this Mass. As you come, may you be blessed. James 5: St. James tells us: "Is anyone sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord; And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven." Please, invite your family members, friends, relatives, co-workers etc... Remain blessed Fr. Daniel Ogbeifun VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL MONDAY, JULY 24 - FRIDAY, JULY 28 9AM - NOON Looking to recruit a team of volunteer coordinators for our Vacation Bible School, please contact, John Wilde at , ext. 322 or jwilde@nativityharrishill.org. WILLIAMSVILLE, NY FAMILY RETREAT CAMPING WEEKEND - PENTECOST SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 12PM SUNDAY, JUNE 4, 11AM We are planning a fun and faith filled camping retreat to celebrate Pentecost weekend. Come as a family to learn more about how the Holy Spirit came to the Disciples on Pentecost and discover ways he is calling us today as we camp out in our backyard, play games, sing songs, and begin creating our children's play garden. For more information, check out our YOUNG FAMILIES WEBSITE! or contact Meghan Rogers at mrogers@nativityharrishill.org or ext 329 CONGRATULATIONS To the following students from the Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart, who are members Nativity of the BVNM who have been named to the 3rd quarter Honor Roll: Rebecca Ajtai Nicole Balcerak McKayla Brown Madalyn Cardillo Grace Cejka Hannah Falk Caroline Hickey Sarah Jiva Rachel Koniarczyk Rachel Levea Deirdre McGovern Gina Perna Alexa Perna Gabriella Salvo Stephanie Wippert Molly Wissing Katarina Zilliox

5 SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER MAY 28, 2017 LIFELONG FAITH FORMATION NEWS It s time to start planning for our new program year! On June 1st, registration forms, schedules and program information for our upcoming year will be on the parish website@nativityharrishill.org Please read through the page one newsletter and complete all forms as directed. If you have any questions, please call us at FYI...the eight day Summer Formation Program (grades 4-10) is scheduled for July 10th - 13th and 17th - 20th.Volunteer catechists and assistants are needed for all grades! HOST THE PILGRIM VIRGIN STATUE IN YOUR HOME You are also invited to host the Pilgrim Virgin Statue of our Blessed Mother in your home for one week with the commitment to offer the Rosary daily during the week. Use the sign -up sheet in the Marian chapel on weekdays or in the back on weekends please call, for further information. Fatima Facts: When the children agreed to bear all sufferings a light from our Lady enveloped the children and consoled them greatly. Lucia described what happened "Our Lady opened her hands for the first time, communicating to us a light so intense that, as it streamed from her hands, its rays penetrated our hearts and the innermost depths of our souls, making us see ourselves in God, Who was that light, more clearly than we see ourselves in the best of mirrors.

6 NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY ITEMS Annual Wine Tasting & Cocktail Party Benefit for St. Luke s Mission of Mercy on Thursday, June 1 at Salvatore s Italian Garden Restaurant, Grande Ballamore Room, 6461 Transit Rd., Depew. All money raised is used for food, shelter and services to the homeless of Buffalo. For tickets contact Vi at Blessed Trinity Parish, Buffalo, celebrates Trinity Sunday Weekend at 7:30pm on Friday, June 9 when Canadian organist, William Maddox, performs a benefit recital at the landmark church, 317 Leroy Ave., Buffalo. Mr. Maddox has chosen Romantic French works and orchestral transcriptions to showcase the church's original 1927 Tellers-Kent pipe organ, including the Bach 'St. Anne' Fugue. A reception and opportunity to meet the artist will follow. Guided tours of the church on Saturday, June 10 from 2-4pm will focus on its architecture, culture and history. Parishioners and their guests will observe Trinity Sunday at a special 10am Mass on June 11, celebrated by Rev. Victor Ibhawa. Blessed Trinity is wheelchair accessible with secured off-street parking. For information, call Register Now for Summer Timon Day Camp! Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School, 601 McKinley Pkwy., Buffalo will host its Anything-but-Ordinary Summer Timon Camp from July for boys entering grades 5-8. Each day begins at 9am and concludes at 3PM. Campers should bring their own lunches. Transportation to all field trips will be provided by Timon. Registration on Tuesday, June 24 from 6-8PM and Saturday, June 27 from 9-11AM at Timon. As space is limited, a down payment is required at time of registration; deadline for registration is June 30. Forms can be found at Or ; summertimon@bishoptimon.com or call , ext. 237 Annual Golf Outing for Catholic Education. The Bishop Fallon High School/Holy Angels Collegiate Institute Alumni Association (BFHS/HACI) announces that 14th Annual Michael P. Kirwan Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, June 19. For information go to: or see page 41 in the May issue of the WNY Catholic Paper. The event is used to raise money for the support of Catholic Education in WNY. Last year's tournament raised over $10,000. Interested participants can put together Foursomes, be a corporate sponsor, sponsor a tee or green, place an ad in our program or make a donation in the form of a door prize. Tee and green sponsors will have a sign on the course. Poustinia Experience. An invitation to young adults ages for a special experience to be alone with God for a day of silence, solitude, nature, fasting, and Scripture. This is call a Poustinia experience and is offered by an experienced retreat team held at Christ the King Seminary, East Aurora. The upcoming summer dates are June and August 1-2. For further information, contact Fr. Jim Wall at or Kathy White at , or PoustiniaNY@gmail.com. Mega Raffle at St. Mary of the Assumption Parish, Lancaster. Ticket price includes two to the event, along with music, pizza, and soft drinks. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Visit or call FACILITIES MANAGER: Otto Misso Omissojr@yahoo.com FINANCE COUNCIL: Bruce Zgoda bmz4848@aol.com DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Robert Volkman PARISH TRUSTEES: James Beardi & Nancy Dobson WILLIAMSVILLE, NY Pilgrimage to Italy & Rome Join the 11 day Catholic Pilgrimage to Italy and the Vatican. Visiting Florence, Assisi, Lanciano, San Giovani Rotondo, Monte Sant Angelo, Sorrento Area, Pompeii, Monte Cassino and Rome, with general audience with Pope Francis. Nov. 7-17, 2017 under the spiritual guidance of Fr. Matt Nycz, with daily Mass, private bus and English-speaking tour guide. All-inclusive cost $2,999 out of Toronto. For information or brochure call or mnycz@hotmail.com Pilgrimage to St. Anne DeBeaupre Shrine, Quebec, Canada, led by Fr. Daniel Young, Good Shepherd Church, North Tonawanda from August Five night stay at the Basilica Inn across from the Shrine. Non-refundable deposit due by June 19. For more information, cost or to reserve a spot, please call Food Shuttle of Western NY Inc, 200 St. Gregory Ct., Williamsville, NY helps feed the hungry by transporting excess food from businesses. There is a need for more drivers and you can select your own runs. For more information or volunteer call Louise at or the food shuttle hotline at at foodshuttlewny@gmail.com or visit the website On Monday, June 26, 2016, Rev. Richard Poblocki will celebrate a Feast Day Mass in honor of St. Josemaria The Mass will begin at 7:00 PM at St. Josaphat s Church, 20 Peoria Ave. (at William St.), Cheektowaga, NY. Light refreshments will be served in the school hall following the Mass. You and your family are warmly welcomed. Please consider joining us as we celebrate our rich faith, family and dear friends! MASS INTENTIONS AVAILABLE FOR 2017 Mass intentions for this year are still available. Please contact Karen at the rectory by phone or karen@nativityharrishill.org to pray for the living or the deceased. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS THOUGHT OF THE WEEK Rejoice to the extent that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that when His glory is revealed you may also rejoice exultantly. (1 Peter 4:13) PARISH COUNCIL OFFICERS: Chair: Robert Poczik Vice Chairs: Robert Fohl & Margaret Cusack

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