WELCOME HOME THOSE WHO ATTENDED 'WORLD YOUTH DAY'

The Altar and Rosary Society will be taking donations for Christmas memorial flowers, in memory of your loved ones.
Cost: $5 per person (couple $10)
Please fill out the form found in the bulletin and with cash or check, put it in an envelope marked "ALTAR AND ROSARY". and place it in the collection or drop it off at the Parish Office. 
Info needed:
Name of Loved one......
Your Name.......
​Telephone #........
DEADLINE:  December 11 - No exceptions

Holy Name COAT DRIVE is Back.....
Accepting New or Gently used Coats, hats, gloves, and Scarves and also Warm Socks (New only)
Drop off is in the church hall before or after all masses the weekend of 
Saturday, December 16 
Sunday, December 17 

CHAPTER 11 UPDATE

A brief announcement relative to the Diocese bankruptcy

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Bishop Michael Fisher is pleased to announce the finalizing of an action plan for the diocese called, A Light unto my path…guiding us through 2026.
 
Since his arrival more than two years ago, Bishop Fisher has been actively listening to all people in the diocese to understand the needs and help fashion a plan to move our faithful forward in these challenging times.  The plan is structured to enshrine the work of the Road to Renewal by instilling a sense of hope and renewing faith, restoring trust, developing leadership, aligning around a common strategy, and deepening our commitment to share our talents and to serving those in need.
 
Please read more about A Light unto my path on the Diocese of Buffalo’s news site at wnycatholic.org/2023/06/10/a-light-unto-my-path-action-plan-enshrines-work-of-the-road-to-renewal/

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2024 MASS BOOK

Our mass book for 2024 will Open in NOVEMBER.  We are ONLY OPENING JANUARY & FEBRUARY months at this time. With one mass per person until we can open the rest of the book.
You can put it in writing and send it to the Parish Office.
Please keep in mind that our Mass times will be changing with the road to renewal.  We might have to change some Mass intentions once this happens.
1.  Intention is for...
2. Requested by...
3. Date & Time of Mass...
4. Name & Number...
Please keep in mind that it's only 2 months and to accommodate all requests there are only 4 weekends a month. 
​Cost is $15
Any questions?? Call the Parish Office at 716-824-2935

Prayer shawls are available in the church in the room across from the usher's room. They are for anyone who is sick or in need of comfort.  please take one and leave the name so we can pray for them.  We meet every Thursday morning at 10:30 in the Parish Center if you would like to join us.

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ATTENTION:  Children's Liturgy of the Word. 10:00 AM Mass every Sunday.

At the Beginning of the Mass children are called forward by the teachers to hear the Gospel in a simpler way & participate in a prepared activity.

Children will return to their family following the offertory of gifts.

​Come join us!

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What is the National Eucharistic Revival?  A three-year initiative sponsored by the Bishops of the United States to inspire and prepare the People of God to be formed, healed, converted, united, and sent out to a hurting and hungry world through a renewed encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist - the source and summit of our Catholic Faith.  The difficulties and challenges over the last few years have shed light on the Church's need for healing, unity, formation, and conversion.
National Eucharistic Revival...This will provide prayers, activities and ideas for how to incorporate the National Eucharistic Revival with ongoing efforts in parishes and families, including the Road to Renewal and our synod journey.  Catechetical and formation materials will also be provided more frequently via www.buffalodiocese.org/eucharistic-revival/ and other platforms in coordination with the Renewal Office.

**For the latest updates and to stay informed about the Diocese of Buffalo's Road to Renewal, click the link below.
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PRAYER FOR RENEWAL
In every age, O God, you have called us to be your people, to be your church.
In this time, we begin anew to discern the pathways that will lead us, 
your people, closer to you.
Continually, Bless our journey
as we proclaim your Good news, 
celebrate your saving presence among us, serve others with charity and justice,
and steward the world you have entrusted to our care.
Send your spirit to lead and guide our Emmaus journey as
we commit ourselves to the renewal of our Church.
This we ask through Christ our Lord.
AMEN

Road to Renewal

50/50 SPLIT CLUB - $5 per chance
Drawings are held in January, March, May, July, September,  and November
Next Split club is January 2024 - You can find the envelopes in your Sunday Giving envelopes.

​If you want more chances, or don't get envelopes, please stop by the Parish Office or use the envelopes in the back of church.

November WINNER is Michelle Sabia:   for $550.00
Total Collected was $1,100.  Thanks to all who participated

​January's winner will be announced the beginning of February.

​As a Mission parish of Our Lady of Victory
let us continue to pray for 
Father Baker's Canonization

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