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‘This is a great mystery...’ (Ephesians 5:32)
Have you ever had someone tell you something and you think (or say out loud), “Come on” or
“Are you kidding me?” or “You can’t be serious” or “Are you out of your mind?” When
someone says something so outlandish or improberable that you fi nd it really hard to believe... That’s where we’re at this week.
As Jesus fi nishes his ‘Bread of Life Discourse,’ a bunch of the followers of Jesus give a collective “Huh?!” and admit that what Jesus was saying was hard to understand and even accept. Put
yourself in their shoes: Jesus has just told them that for them to live forever, they need to eat his
fl esh and drink his blood. That’s not something one hears every day, and when you think about
it, it’s actually kind of shocking to hear. This even causes many of his disciples to stop
following him out of disbelief.
So how are we doing in our own belief department? Thankfully, Jesus left us with the gift of the Eucharist and the holy sacrifi ce of the Mass. We are truly blessed to have every
opportunity to receive his body and blood. But do we truly appreciate this gift? Do we truly believe or do we take everything in a literal
sense and miss the point all together?
As we enter the dog days of summer, let’s take a moment to appreciate the mystery of faith.
THE HOLY ONE
OF GOD The 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
August 21/22, 2021
Our Lady of Charity Parish260 Okell • 1901 South Park
Buffalo, NY 14220(716) 822-5962 • OurLadyOfCharityParish.com
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Buffalo, NY August 21/22, 2021
From Fr. Steve... Dear Family,“Do you also want to leave?” This is the question that Jesus asks of His disciples in our Gospel Reading today. This weekend we finish the Bread of Life discourse from John’s Gospel. Jesus has just finished telling those present that He was going to leave behind His Body and Blood and if anyone wanted to enter into eternal life, they must eat His Flesh and drink His Blood (this is the part we did not hear last week due to the Solemnity of the Assumption, but I know you all read it on your own!) John tells us that many of the people walk away from following Jesus and return to their former ways. Jesus then turns to His closest friends and asks them if they were leaving too. The disciples said they were staying as they were convinced that He was the Son of God. Jesus, you should note, did not stop anyone from leaving. He did not say to them that He was just using hyperbole. He did not tell them they misunderstood. Jesus was adamant that He meant what He said. We must consume His Body and Blood if we dare hope for eternal life. This is the core of our belief in the True Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. It is not a symbol! Jesus states outright that the Eucharist is His Body and Blood. So Jesus asks the same question of us! “Do you also want to leave?” So many have turned away. Many of our sisters and brothers in Christ were never taught properly about the True Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist or it was too hard of a teaching to accept. We all have relatives who have stopped attending Mass. We are being called to catechize! God is asking us to bring those who are fallen away back to the practice of their faith. Think about this; If someone truly believed that Jesus is present Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Eucharist, would they ever be able to walk away? Wouldn’t they be so eager to get in that the churches would be full to capacity? May that happen someday soon!
Praised Be Jesus Christ…Now and Forever!!!
Father Steve
From Bishop Mike... “The Diocese is fully focused on fulfilling what this process initiated by the Child Victims Act is all about, namely, bringing about a sense of restitution, closure and healing for those who were
abused by members of the clergy. This is a tragedy of truly epic proportions and as I have maintained since day one as bishop of the Diocese of Buffalo, it is of paramount importance to deal with these allegations forthrightly and to work to repair the enormous damage that has been done
not only to the reputation of the Church here in Western New York, but most importantly to the lives of those affected.
“The process now continues and will be a protracted one as we work through the legal
requirements with the court-appointed creditors’ committee, which of course includes abuse survivors. We will also be working with the various insurance carriers of the Diocese as we
address the financial implications of these many claims. It is my hope and fervent prayer – and I know the hope of many of the Faithful across our Diocese – that we can move forward and
ultimately bring a close to this very painful and sordid chapter which in no way obscures the tremendous good accomplished each and every day by our Church and those who live faithfully
the Gospel of Jesus Christ.”– Bishop Michael W. Fisher
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Our Lady of Charity Parish
Save the Date• Meat Raffle •
Saturday, October 9th, 6:00pm - Holy Family HallPresale tickets are going on sale soon after all Masses and at the Parish Office.
Stock up your freezer for fall and be entered to win an amazing door prize. More info to come soon!
RCIAFr. Steve is in the process of forming a team
to pass on our faith through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, known as RCIA. RCIA is the Church’s evangelizing process to bring the Truths of our faith to those who are interested in learning about Catholicism and have a desire to potentially enter our Church
family. If you are a faith filled, knowledgeable Catholic who is in good
standing with the Church and are interested in being considered for a role on our RCIA team,
please contact Fr. Steve at 716-822-5962 or via e-mail at [email protected]
Interested in Joining the Catholic Church?
Our Lady of Charity Parish is in the process of planning our RCIA program for the next year. If
you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the Catholic Church and
journeying toward becoming Catholic, please contact Fr. Steve at 716-822-5962 or via email at [email protected]. We are all called to be
prophets and to lead people to Jesus. If you know someone who might be interested, please reach out to them and suggest that now is the time to
inquire! Sessions will begin late summer 2021 and continue through and past the Easter Vigil 2022.
Weekly CollectionsWeekend of August 14th & 15th
Collection: $5,870.00Renovation: $431.00
Priest Retirement: $400.00Assumption: $890.00
Collection compared to last week: -$984.00Thank you for financially supporting
Our Lady of Charity Parish!
Cub Scouts PopcornThe Cub Scouts of Pack 120 are selling Boy Scout Popcorn at sites and times listed below. We would
appreciate your support if shopping at these businesses. Thank you in advance.
August 27th, 1:00pm - 5:00pm: North Star Bank in L.B. Smith Plaza at Abbott Rd. (Valu Plaza)August 29th, 10:00am - 2:00pm: Walmart on
Southwestern Blvd.September 11th, 12:00pm - 4:00pm: Imperial Pizza
on Abbott Rd.
Holy Land Gifts Holy Land Gifts will have a display of handmade articles for sale. Because of conflict in the region,
many Christian families in Bethlehem are struggling to make ends meet. Holy Land Gifts represents over 150 Christian Families who make a living by selling
traditional olivewood handcrafts.
Meat Raffle VolunteersThere will be a Meat Raffle Volunteer Meeting at in the Conference Room on Wednesday, August 25th at 6:00pm. Please Come! We need you to make this a success. The Meat Raffle is on Saturday October 9th at Holy Family, and we need volunteers for the
following: To sell tickets after Masses, to check and sell tickets at the door, to put on wristbands and
check id’s, to work the Lift-A-Vator, sell Basket Raffle Tickets, sell meat tickets each round, work the bar, bake and sell baked goods, sell pizza, sell 50/50 tickets, and to set up before and clean up after. If you want to help out, but can’t make the meeting, please contact Jennifer Kline at [email protected], 716-253-9846, or Jaye Hasan at
[email protected], 716-480-1007. Thank you!
Disciples Stay ActiveSchool Supplies NeededPlease consider donating school supplies for kids in foster care with Child & Family Services. Please drop off in the back of each worship site or at the Parish Office. Deadline is THIS WEEKEND. Thank you for
your generosity!
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21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Our Lady of Charity Parish
2021 Pot of Gold Winners$10, 000 – Joanne Roach
$2,500 – Pat Eusanio$1,000 – Jean Doetterl$500 – Anne Kmack
$500 - Mike McGuire$500 – Steve Terrell$100 - Mark Geary
$100 – Regina Doherty$100 - Chris Buchnowski
$100 - Alison Mazurkiewicz$100 - Thomas Robinson
$50 – Laura Terrell$50 – Maryann Csicsay$50 – Jimmy Robinson$50 – Frank Rachuna$50 – Wendy Jaworski$50 – Audrey DiMaria$50 – Corine Simon
$50 – Ed Eckert$50 – Pat Rozmus$50 – Joe Manning
Thank you to all who supported our parish fundraiser and volunteered their time! It couldn’t be successful
without all of you! Congratulations to the winners!
Weekend Mass ScheduleSaturday
4:00pm (St. Ambrose Site)Sunday
8:30am (Holy Family Site)10:00am (St. Ambrose Site)11:30am (Holy Family Site)
Office HoursMonday - Thursday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
(Office will be closed 12:00pm - 12:30pm for lunch)Friday, closed
(716) 822-5962Please consider remembering our parish
community in your will.
Administrative AssistantDiana Deck
Sacramental PreparationMaureen Brown
Kathleen Mulqueen
Weekend/Weekday HelpFr. Sam Giangreco, Jr.Fr. Robert (Bob) Hora
Prayer Link768-4022823-2067
PastorFr. Steve [email protected]
DeaconsDeacon Tim Maloney
Deacon Steve Schumer
Business ManagerElaine Williams
Director of Music & WorshipBrian Meyer
OLCP SeniorsGreat news! The Our Lady of Charity Seniors will
resume meeting in September in the Parish Center (St. Ambrose site). Look for more
information in the coming weeks.
Attic Treasures Wanted: Small pieces of furniture, baby items, CDs, DVDs, Books, working electronics and small appli-ances, florals, frames, artwork, games and puzzles that have ALL the pieces, gardening items, home
décor, housewares, jewelry, religious items, school & craft supplies, sports equipment, tools, gently used toys, Christmas and holiday items, purses, luggage,
backpacks.What we cannot accept: Reference books
(encyclopedias), blankets, pillows, clothing, shoes, cosmetics, personal care items, curtains, drapes, stuffed animals, music on tapes, VHS tapes, and
dolls.Drop off dates for donations are:
• Thursday, August 5th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm • Thursday, August 12th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
• Saturday, August 21st from 10:00am – 11:00am(PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME OF FINAL
DROP OFF)Drop off in the Parish Center at the above times.
Attic Treasures is taking place on:• Friday, Aug. 27th Preview Night: Get first look for
$5/person from 6:00pm – 8:00pm• Saturday, Aug. 28th from 9:00am – 2:00pm
• Sunday, Aug. 29th 11:00am – 2:00pm
Parish Staff
Community DinnersIf you are interested or would like some more information
please contact the parish office at 822-5962 or Mary Anne at 822-1837. Thank you!
Sponsors for the coming weeks include: August 27: MAK & Friends
September 3: VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDSeptember 10: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
September 17: Danielle & Friends of Cub Scouts
Disciples Stay in the Know
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Attic Treasures Is Coming Together...
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Attic Treasures• Friday, Aug. 27th Preview Night:
Get first look for $5/person from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
• Saturday, Aug. 28th from 9:00am – 2:00pm
• Sunday, Aug. 29th 11:00am – 2:00pm
Buffalo, NY August 21/22, 2021
Please Pray For Our Sick“Master, the one you love is ill.” (John 11:1-2)
Edna Albert, Irene Andrzejewski, Irene Barrett, Louise Beamish, Teresa Beamish, Lillian Beyers, Ann
Alvira-Buchnowski, Patricia Cajak, Maureen Canney, Cheryl Clontz, Patricia Colern, Caroline Dominesey,
Dottie Eberle, MaryAnn Forsyth, Vara Jones, Linda Kurcz, Madisyn Ledder, Janet Murray, Karen O’Neill, Mary Pilon, Maryann Rigby, Sandy Riley, Jane Rozek, Mary Sands,
June Stebbins, Ruth WhiteDaniel Barry, Michael Beyers, Leon Bolick, Owen Chase,
Eric Crawford, Vincent Crawford, Frank Czapezyk, Francis Davis, Larry Deskiewicz, Richard Dinnocenzo,
Paul Fitzpatrick, Jason Florea, Eric G., Emmett Jakubowski, Rob Karr, Pat Kuhn, Andrew Kuper, Robert Maggio, George Rodriguez, Josean Rodriguez,
The family of Coach Frank Rossi, Jeremiah Smith, Jim Sweeney, Tom Walsh
Please Pray For Our DeadLet us remember all those who have gone before us.
May they rest in peace.
Sanctuary LampsSt. Ambrose Site (August 22 - 28)
Brooke R. Walker (req. by the Feeley Family)
Religious Education In the coming weeks, look for
sign-ups and registration forms for your child to be in our
religious education program. Classes will begin in October. If you have any questions leading up, please feel free to reach out
to Fr. Steve, our pastor.
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Mass Intentions Sat./Sun., Aug. 21/22 - 21st Sun. in Ord. Time
SA • 4:00pm Allan Sturniolo (2nd Anniv. Rem., req. by his family)HF • 8:30am Elizabeth Maloney (req. by Deacon Tim & Barb Maloney)SA • 10:00am Monica Mazurkiewicz (req. by the Ransbury Family)HF • 11:30am Mike Hynes (Anniv. Rem., req. by his family)
Mon., Aug. 23 - Weekday in Ordinary TimeSA • 8:00am - Mary Jo Guenther (req. by her husband, Gary)
Tues., Aug. 24 - St. Bartholomew, ApostleSA • 8:00am - Respect for Life (req. by Sr. Mary Gormley)
Wed., Aug. 25 - Weekday in Ordinary TimeSA • 8:00am - Catherine Eckert (Birth. Rem., req. by her son and family)
Thurs., Aug. 26 - Weekday in Ordinary TimeSA • 8:00am - People of the Parish (req. by Fr. Steve)
Fri., Aug. 27 - St. MonicaSA • 8:00am - Alex Filipetti (100th Birth. Rem., req. by his daughter, Deborah)
Sat./Sun., Aug. 28/29 - 22nd Sun. in Ord. TimeSA • 4:00pm Gerald Holtz (req. by June Stebbins)HF • 8:30am William Ritzel (8th Anniv. Rem., req. by son, Robert)SA • 10:00am Paul Redfern (Birth. Rem., req. by his wife, Anne Marie)HF • 11:30am Living & Deceased Members of the Aloysius & Julia Browne Family (req. by Julia Shea)
ConfessionsEvery Saturday (St. Ambrose Site)
3:15pm - 3:45pm(Or by request. Call the Parish Office at 822-5962)
Disciples Pray Together
Spiritual ExercisesIf you want more structure in your prayer life, consider
the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. For more info, go to www.spirexignatius.org or call Fr. Ben Fiore, S.J. at
(716) 854-6726.
The 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time+ Order of Mass +
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