RECTORY

180 George Urban Boulevard .......................... 892-1746 ..................................................................Fax 892-3005

CONVENT ....................................................... 895-5900

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE Michael Sacilowski D.R.E. ............................... 895-2162 Email: .......................................... qmre121@verizon.net Website: .............................. queenofmartyrsbuffalo.com MASSES: Sunday Masses: 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM Saturday Evening: 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM Daily: Monday thru Friday 7:00 AM Vigil of Holyday: 4:00 PM Holyday: 7:00 AM, 12 Noon and 6:00 PM First Friday: 7:00 AM

CONFESSIONS: Every Saturday: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM

OFFICE HOURS: Monday thru Thursday: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon (Closed in Summer) Evenings by appointment only. NO OFFICE HOURS ON SATURDAYS OR SUNDAYS.

BAPTISMS: Sunday at 11:45 AM. Arrangements for Pre-Baptismal Instruc-tions which are compulsory for the parents must be made at the Rectory office at least 2 weeks prior to the Baptism. Expectant parents are encouraged to make these arrangements before the birth of the child.

R.C.I.A. The Rite Of Christian Initiation (R.C.I.A.) Program is for adults interested in becoming members of the Roman Catholic Church, adult Roman Catholics who would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation, and Catholics interested in Adult Education. Classes begin in the fall.

MARRIAGE: Arrangements should be made at least six months in ad-vance with a priest.

SICK CALLS: CALL THE RECTORY at any time, day or night.

SHUT-INS: Communion is taken to the shut-ins, once a month. Call the Rectory Office during office hours to have your name in-cluded.

NEW PARISHIONERS: Are kindly requested to register as soon as possible.

YOUNG ADULTS: Upon reaching their 18th birthday should assume their own identity by registering with the parish.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: These are testimonies to the fact that you are a practicing Catholic in this parish. Please use contribution envelopes to indicate attendance. To be a sponsor for Baptism, the sponsor needs to be confirmed. Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation are the sacraments of initiation. Stay close to Jesus by daily prayer, weekly worship and acts of charity and justice.

Rev. Louis S. Klein, Pastor Rev. Christopher Okoli (In Residence) 180 George Urban Blvd. Cheektowaga, New York 14225 September 3, 2017

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For the sick in hospitals, in nursing homes, and those who are homebound especially: Tom Barrett, Noreen Bauer, Frederick Bloom, Tyler Jacob Borawski, Thomas Borowicz, Rita Buziak, Sylvia Caruso, Justin Chandler, Florence Cirino, Michael Ciszewski, Mary Ann Conroy, Henry Cyran, Joseph Daily, Stephanie DiMaggio, Joseph E. Engelhaupt, Debra Finger, Joe Funk, Kara Garlach, Gordon Gladden, Ronald Heil, Dorothy Hosinski, Sadie Kassim, Phyllis Kendzierski, Dorothy Kracht, Pat Kupkowski, Rose Lesch, Gary Manka, John Marchitte, Michelle Martin, Sue Martin, Erin Mildenberger, Mary Moser, Michael Muroff, Tim Nietopski, Alice Nowak, Irene Osinski, Pat Palascak, Maxine Paoletti, Lori Petersen, Theresa Pochylski, Bernadine Powalowski, Nolan Przybysz, Patricia Rakiski, Adolph J. Rakowski, Barbara Robertson, Carol Robichaud, Annette Rowley, Harriet Rucki, Bob Schmitt, John Sczepanik, Marie Sellari, Edward Sponholz, Father Jerry Stelmach, Zach Sucharski, Ethel Thomas, Kayla Urban, Dee Urbaniak, Pat Ward, Marcia Weigand, Theresa Wesley, Thomas Wnuk, Alfred T. Wojciechowski, Wanda Wojciechowski, Frances Zagorski, Judith Zielinski, Pat Ziolo, Robin Zion, Daniel Zotara, II, Lorraine Zotara.

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..the safety and quick return of those serving in our Armed Forces, our parishioners and loved ones: Kevin Ardonetto, Jason Babirad, Matthew Baideme, Thom Brown, Colin Dudziak, Barbara Fowler, Michael Fowler, Janet Glindeman, Julia Glindeman, William

Glindeman, Justin Kasprzak, James A. Koller, Ian James Mackowski, Claymore Mac-Tarnaghan, Colton Marinelli, Joe Seminatoro, Capt. Glen Taylor, Christopher Wojcik.

TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

WE ARE TO TAKE UP OUR CROSS EACH DAY AND

FOLLOW JESUS CHRIST

Today’s Gospel emphasizes what is required to follow Christ. We must set aside our selfish desires and take up our cross each day to help build up the kingdom of God. This involves sacrifice. Rather than conforming to what is popular in our present age, we must strive to do what is god and pleasing to the Lord each day.

"Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. What profit would there

be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life? Or what can one give in exchange for his life?" - Mt 16:24b-26

Readings for the Week of September 3, 2017 Sunday: Jer 20:7-9/Ps 63:2-6, 8-9/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21- 27 Monday: 1 Thes 4:13-18/Ps 96:1, 3-5, 11-13/Lk 4:16 -30 Tuesday: 1 Thes 5:1-6, 9-11/Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14/Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: Col 1:1-8/Ps 52:10-11/Lk 4:38-44 Thursday: Col 1:9-14/Ps 98:2-6/Lk 5:1-11 Friday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30/Ps 13:6/Mt 1:1- 16, 18-23 or 1:18-23 Saturday: Col 1:21-23/Ps 54:3-4, 6, 8/Lk 6:1-5 Next Sunday: Ez 33:7-9/Ps 95:1-2, 6-9/Rom 13:8-10/Mt 8:15-20

FROM THE PASTOR

The Rectory office will be closed Monday, September 4th, and Tuesday, September 5th, in observance of Labor Day. The Rectory will reopen on Wednesday, September 6th at 10 AM. The Rectory will resume Friday hours, 10 AM to Noon, on Friday, September 8th.

GENERATIONS OF FAITH (Religious Education Program)

The program begins on Saturday, Sept. 9th and Saturday Sept.16th with the 6:00 pm Mass. Attendance is required at one on the sessions. After Mass, the family meal and program will continue in the School gym until 9:00 pm. We will explore the topic of the Mass as the main theme this year is Following Jesus.

CONFIRMATION CLASSES FOR STUDENTS

Confirmation Classes begin on Monday, Sept. 11th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the classroom next to the Religious Ed. Office (Door #6 upstairs). The class schedule and program requirements can also be found on the religious Education tab on our church website. (queenofmartyrsbuffalo.com)

Brian Gordon was nominated by Queen of Martyrs’ St. Vincent de Paul Society for the Ozanam Medal for dedicated service to our community in the Vincentian Tradition. Brian will receive the St. Vincent de Paul Ozanam Medal at the Top Hat Award Dinner on Thursday, September 28th, at the Millennium Airport Hotel, 2040 Walden Avenue. Tickets are $40.00. Cocktails will be at 5:30 and dinner at 6:45 pm. Any parishioner wishing to attend may notify the St. Vincent de Paul office at 882-3260 Ext. 4. Be sure to mention you are with Brian Gordon of Queen of Martyrs so we can all be seated together. Congratulations to Brian for his efforts in serving those in need in our area.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS 9/5 7:30 PM St. Vincent de Paul Meeting (Holy Name

Room)

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ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Today, we hear Jesus say to us, “for whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” The challenge is to let go God can lead us. Have you considered answering the call to help serve the poor by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?

VOCATIONS

Every vocation involves some degree of suffering and sacrifice. However, in Christ, all suffering leads to glory. Let us not allow the thought of suffering or sacrifice to deter us from our vocations. Are you being called to be a priest, deacon, brother or sister? Humbly ask the Lord. . If God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Father Andrew Lauricella at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website– www.buffalovacations.org.

JUST A REMINDER

Please inform the rectory when you are moving. If the envelopes are sent to your old address and returned to us, the post office charges us return postage for each pack of envelopes returned. If there is an error in the name on your envelopes, please call the rectory at 892-1746 so we can make corrections

BABY ITEM COLLECTION

Queen of Martyrs Respect Life is having a “Baby Item Collection” during the whole month of September to benefit the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Outreach Center. Diapers, bottles, clothing, onesies, blankets, etc. are needed for this vital ministry of providing help and hope to unborn children and their parents. Especially needed now are: Receiving Blankets (mostly girls), Sleepers– sizes Newborn and 0-3 months (mostly girls), baby wash and baby lotion. Please place your items in our crib near the altar. If you prefer, you can send a check directly to the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Outreach Center, 76 Church Street, Buffalo NY 14202. You can also donate using Paypal on the Diocese of Buffalo website: www.buffalodiocese.org/Evangelization/ProLife/StGiannaMollaPregnancyOutreach Center Thank you and God bless you for your generosity and support for LIFE. When you help those in need, you are truly helping Christ.

Don’t forget to get your envelopes for our monthly 50/50 split club. Envelopes are available at all entrances of the church. Good Luck!!

“GRIEFSHARE” SUPPORT GROUP

If you’ve experienced the death of a loved one, or know someone who has, please consider joining us on October 11, 2017 at 6:30 pm in our Ministry center at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church, 129 Laverack Avenue, Lancaster, NY. A different DVD will be shown on two Wednesdays of each month on how to cope with Grief and Loss. Coffee and an informal discussion will follow!

Come join us for the first session! Call Sister Joyce at 683-6522 ext. 103 to register or go to www.olpparish.com.

CARE FOR CREATION CORNER

As Pope Francis reminds us, “Nature cannot be regarded as something separate from ourselves or as a mere setting in which we live. We are part of nature, included in it thus in constant interaction with it.” The Earth is in crisis. We need to embrace behaviors that reflect our concern. The following is a suggestion to become more energy efficient: during the summer months, close your curtains to block heat from the sun. This simple step can significantly reduce the need for air conditioning.

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FIRST BANNS

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OUR GIFTS TO GOD

NO TOTALS DUE TO EARLY BULLETIN

May God continue to bless you for your generosity!

Vigil Mass Saturday, September 2, 2017—Twenty-Second Sunday in

Ordinary Time 4:00 PM Donald and Barbara Brautlacht Mass of

Thanksgiving—60 Years of Marriage 6:00 PM Jane Majka req. by Stella Bujnicki Sunday, September 3, 2017—Twenty-Second Sunday in

Ordinary Time 8:00 AM Nikola Gurov req. by Son, Ivan Alice Janusz (Birthday) req. by Daughters, Karen

and Lauren 11:00 AM Eleanore and Lawrence Rosinski req. by Daughter,

Dorothy Living and Deceased Members of the Altar and

Rosary Society Monday, September 4, 2017—Weekday 7:00 AM Irene Rye (Estate) Tuesday, September 5, 2017—Weekday 7:00 AM Bernard J., Blanche V. and Bernard F. Szczypiorski

(Estate) Wednesday, September 6, 2017—Weekday 7:00 AM Adam Sacha (Estate) Thursday, September 7, 2017—Weekday 7:00 AM Irene M. Kutas (Birthday) req. by Husband and

Family Friday, September 8, 2017—The Nativity of The Blessed Virgin

Mary 7:00 AM Helen Sacha (Estate) Saturday, September 9, 2017—Saint Peter Claver, Priest 7:00 AM Scripture Reading/Communion Service Vigil Mass Saturday, September 9, 2017—Twenty-Third Sunday in

Ordinary Time 4:00 PM Robert Zagorski (Wedding Anniversary) req. by

Wife, Frances 6:00 PM Genevieve M. and John J. Bak (Estate) Sunday, September 10, 2017—Twenty-Third Sunday in

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