· 2019. 1. 13. · 9:00 am: Wendy Mistretta 11:00 am: Ed Kuzan SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Msgr. Salvatore Manganello, J.C.L., S.T.L. ..…………………...Pastor Rev. Msgr. John W. Madsen………………………….....Weekend Assistant Rev. Andrew R. Lauricella……………………………...12:05 Mass—Friday

TRUSTEES ................................................ Rosemary Bloch, Michael Mikos CURATOR OF 1903 KIMBALL PIPE ORGAN ........... William Kurzdorfer ORGANIST/CHOIRMASTER ................................................... Frank Scinta

CANTOR ................................................................................. James Mrozek

DIRECTOR OF FAITH FORMATION ............................. Ashlee Campbell BUSINESS MANAGER ............................................................... John Beller SECRETARY ............................................................................ Dolores Vasi

PARISH COUNCIL OFFICERS President .................................................................................... James Reeves Vice-President ...................................................................... .Ryan McGowan

Secretary................................................................ …………...Keith Boerner

MASSES Saturday .............................................................. 4:00 p.m. (Sunday Liturgy) Sunday ..................................................................... 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Eve of the Holy Day ......................................................................... 4:30 p.m. Holy Day ........................................................................................ 12:05 p.m. Mon-Fri .......................................................................................... 12:05 p.m. Confessions ............................................................ Saturday 3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

WEDDINGS Registered Parishioners please call the Rectory for appointment. Arrangements should be made at least one year in advance.

HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE SICK Call Rectory for date and time. Anointing of the Sick, anytime day or night.

BAPTISMS First & Third Sundays of the month at 12:00 p.m. Parents must attend a Pre-Baptism class prior to scheduling the Baptism. Classes are offered bi-monthly. Please call the Rectory for information.

DEADLINE All items for the weekly bulletin must be in the parish office by Monday at noon.

FAITH FORMATION We offer a variety of religious education, Sacrament preparation, and adult faith formation programs. Please contact 853-1972 for more information.

OUR PARISH SCHOOL The Catholic Academy of West Buffalo

Grades Pre-K to 8

1069 Delaware Ave. • Buffalo, NY 14209 • (716) 885-6111

HEARING ASSISTANCE With our sound system we now have the Phonic Ear. This hearing assistance system is available to all who are hearing impaired. This system provides a transmitter with a headset and earplugs. Please come to the Sacristy for assistance.

Reverend John Nicholas Mertz................................. 1829-1836

Reverend Alexander Pax .......................................... 1836-1843

Reverend Francis Guth ............................................. 1844-1850

Reverend Joseph Raffeiner ....................................... 1850-1851

Reverend William Deiters ........................................ 1855-1861

Reverend J. E. Moshall ............................................. 1861-1862

Reverend Francis Anthony Gerber ........................... 1862-1863

Reverend Sergus Schoulepnikoff ............................. 1864-1867

Reverend Joseph M. Sorg ......................................... 1867-1888

Rt. Rev. Msgr. Dr. Paul Hoelscher ........................... 1888-1916

Rt. Rev. Msgr. Henry B. Laudenbach....................... 1917-1944

Reverend Michael A. Anstett ................................... 1944-1948

Reverend Howard J. Schwartz .................................. 1948-1964

Reverend Clarence Ott .............................................. 1964-1965

Reverend Alfred M. Mosack .................................... 1965-1979

Rev. Msgr. William A. Schwinger ........................... 1979-1995

Rev. Msgr. Robert A. Mack...................................... 1995-2002

Most Rev. Robert J. Cunningham, D.D., J.C.L., 2002-2004

PARISH MUSEUM & ARCHIVES: OPEN BY APPOINTMENT.

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR FORMER PASTORS

2017

Oldest Catholic Parish in the Diocese of Buffalo Founded in 1829

Rectory: 35 Edward Street • Buffalo, New York 14202-1505

Phone: (716) 852-6040 • Fax: (716) 853-9225

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Web address: www.stlouisrcchurch.org

E-mail address: [email protected]

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UPON THIS ROCK SURPASSES $90,000,000! The Diocese of Buffalo is thrilled to announce that Upon This Rock has now surpassed $90 million in gifts from donors across Western New York! On February 18, 2016, Bishop Richard Malone unveiled a bold new initiative for the Diocese of Buffalo called Upon This Rock. Upon This Rock is a five year initiative to raise $100 million to support the ongoing ministries of the Diocese. It was announced last Monday that the Upon This Rock initiative has reached 90.9% of its goal. Many thanks to all of you who have contributed your time, talent, and treasure to allow us to strengthen essential pillars within our Church. So many organizations and individuals have already benefited from this incredible support including our own parish. On January 31st, St. Louis received its first portion of the Upon This Rock proceeds. We received $61,417.51 to further our efforts at St. Louis. As a part of this program, parishes were asked to identify a need that they would like to address in order that each parish may continue their good works. For more than 10 years we have been discussing the possibility of making the church hall handicapped accessible. This entails installing a lift to make it easier for people to access the hall, a new handicapped accessible bathroom and to enclose the handicapped ramp to make it easier for people entering the church. Thanks to the Upon This Rock program we are able to undertake this project. It is already underway. The trustees and the Finance/Restoration Committee have been meeting with an architect on design work and future implementation. Our next step is to make a presentation to the Planning Board and Preservation Board of the City of Buffalo to secure the proper permits allowing us to begin this work. Over the course of the next few years we will receive two disbursements to be used for enclosure of the handicapped ramp, lift and modifications to the church hall. The benefits of the Upon This Rock initiative are many. Not only are we supporting our own mission at St. Louis Church but also the continued mission of the Diocese and the mission of Catholic Charities. Msgr. Manganello

Please pray for all those who are sick, suffering, recovering and hospitalized, especially Barbara Suffoletto, Caitlin Kasberg, James Palka, Susan Bertin, Bernadette R.

Crawford, Heidi Cornell, Niziti Ascela, Leah Manth, Donald Kopp, Geraldine Sliwinski, Sara Rimmler, Joan Taylor, Catalina Aloi, George Calhoun, Miriam Tekie, Mary Almeida, Debbie Buyers, Paul Sweeney, Ronald Beller, Kathleen Walter, Spencer Daly, Raymond Sharrer, John Zawistowski, John Forsythe, Amy Vilz, Paulette Snavely, Sharon Warner, Larry DiGiulio, James Watson, Carlos Calhoun, Marie Miller, Tracy Abram and Margaret Foegen. Please contact the Parish Office to have a loved one placed on the Prayer List. Names will appear for one month. If their condition continues to warrant our prayers, please call the office and we will gladly include them in one month increments as long as necessary. We remember all those recently deceased, especially David Forness and our deceased parishioners and loved ones.

SATURDAY, March 25: 4:00 pm: VIGIL FOR FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT Camille Krenglicki, by Gary A. Halicki SUNDAY, March 26: FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT 9:00 am: Happy Repose of the Souls of Emily Rusnak and Verna Szkutak, by Family 11:00 am: David Beyers, by Bill and Pam Nordstrom MONDAY, March 27: LENTEN WEEKDAY 12:05 pm: The Crane Family, by Mary K. Crane Estate TUESDAY, March 28: LENTEN WEEKDAY 12:05 pm: For the People of Saint Louis Parish WEDNESDAY, March 29: LENTEN WEEKDAY 12:05 pm: Repose of the Souls of Mary, Joseph, Thaddeus

and Carrie Klosko, by Family THURSDAY, March 30: LENTEN WEEKDAY 12:05 pm: Repose of the Souls of Diane Oczek and

Aloisius Oczek, by Family FRIDAY, March 31: LENTEN WEEKDAY 12:05 pm: Ana Warthling, by Mom, Dad, John, Oliver, Papa

and Grandma SATURDAY, April 1: 2:00 pm: Wedding of Thomas Schwartz and Angela Argauer 4:00 pm: VIGIL FOR FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT Charles “Gary” Jones, by Ted and Mary

Guzowski 5:30 pm: Wedding of Joseph Peters and Kelly Barsanti SUNDAY, April 2: VIGIL FOR FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT 9:00 am: Theresa A. Wayman, by Finnerty Family 11:00 am: In Memory of Gina Strianese, by Family

SCHEDULE OF LECTORS Weekend of April 1st and April 2nd

4:00 pm: Diane Randazzo 9:00 am: Wendy Mistretta 11:00 am: Ed Kuzan

SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION

Weekend of April 1st and April 2nd 4:00 pm: Kevin Brayer, Jim Ferrini and Ron and Margaret Foegen 9:00 am: Al Bluemle, Jim Brigante and Tim and Mary O’Shea 11:00 am: Pam Nordstrom, Carolann Besch and Keith and Kathy Boerner

MEMORIAL PRAYER CANDLE The Sanctuary Light burns this week to the Glory of God and in memory of Gerald Stevens, requested by James and Marilyn Knowles. If you desire to have a Memorial Prayer Candle lit in memory of a loved one or for your intention, please use the envelope available for that purpose.

Announced Masses of the Week

THIS WEEK AT SAINT LOUIS

SATURDAY, March 25th

4:00 pm: The Regular Offertory Collection

4:00 pm: Coffee Hour

SUNDAY, March 26th

9:50 am—10:50 am: Pre-K—Grade 10—Church Hall 9:00 am & 11:00 am: The Regular Offertory Collection

9:00 am & 11:00 am: Coffee Hour

THURSDAY, March 30th

11:00 am: Sacrament of Penance

FRIDAY, March 31st After 12:05 Mass: Stations of the Cross

SATURDAY, April 1st 4:00 pm: The Regular Offertory Collection Including

Monthly Collection and Easter Flowers Collection

4:00 pm: Western New York Catholic Available

4:00 pm: Catholic Charities Volunteers`

SUNDAY, April 2nd

9:50 am—10:50 am: Pre-K—Grade 10—Church Hall 9:00 am & 11:00 am: The Regular Offertory Collection

Including Monthly Collection and Easter Flowers Collection

9:00 am & 11:00 am: Western New York Catholic Available

9:00 am & 11:00 am: Catholic Charities Volunteers

12:30 pm: St. Ann’s German Mass

EASTER FLOWERS The March/April packet of envelopes contains the special Easter Flowers envelope. Your generosity and the talents of our dedicated volunteers guarantee that we will again experience a spectacle to behold. The Easter Flowers collection will be taken next weekend.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES Superman had foster parents. Catholic Charities gives ordinary citizens the opportunity to raise a superhero through our Foster Care and Adoption programs. Catholic Charities provides foster care for children of all ages, racial and ethnic groups in Erie County who cannot safely live in their own homes. Additionally, Catholic Charities works with birth families towards reunification, all while providing referrals for needed services and support to ensure the children can return safely to their homes. To support our mission of providing happy and safe homes for children across Erie County, please donate to our 2017 Appeal by calling 716-

218-1400 or visiting ccwny.org/donation. Multiply God’s goodness in Erie County and beyond.

PALM SUNDAY Sunday, April 9th is Palm Sunday. All children are invited to join in a procession of palms at the beginning of the 11:00 Mass that day. Children interested in participating should meet by 10:50 at the Main Street entrance of the church. Families of children participating are asked to sit near the front of the church so that children can easily join their parents after the procession.

GERMAN MASS AT ST. LOUIS The annual St. Ann’s German Mass will be held at St. Louis Church on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at 12:30 p.m. Rev. Daniel Jamros, S.J. will be the celebrant. The St. Louis Church Choir, directed by Frank Scinta, will be singing. Readings and Homily are in English. Following the Mass, a reception will be hosted by St. Ann’s Community and St. Louis Parish. All are welcome to attend this celebration of our German Catholic Heritage! Ushers and Eucharistic Ministers needed!!

PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS Interested in becoming more involved in St. Louis Parish or know a fellow parishioner who would be? If so, consider running yourself, or nominating someone for one of the five open seats on the Parish Council. Elections are scheduled for the weekend of May 20 and 21. Elected members will serve a three year term. It is very important for the Catholic laity to be informed and involved with the functions of the parish. Please consider a run for a council seat and accept this needed and important leadership role. Nomination forms are included in this week’s bulletin and can be submitted in the collection or sacristy. For questions or more information about the Parish Council, please contact [email protected].

During the Season of Lent, our diocese will be participating in The Light is On For You program. This program creates an enhanced opportunity for people to receive the Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation. In addition to Saturday afternoons, St. Louis Church will be open Thursday, March 30th, Thursday, April 6th and Wednesday, April 12th during Lent at 11:00 a.m. for the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Penance. The Light is on for you.

VOCATION THOUGHT There are many forms of blindness from which Jesus delivers us. Sometimes certain kinds of blindness prevent us from appreciating the purpose for which we have been created, and our unique place in God’s kingdom. Ask Jesus today to remove whatever is preventing you from seeing or understanding the will of the Father. If God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Father Andrew Lauricella at 847-5535.

CATHOLIC ACADEMY CORNER Catholic Academy of West Buffalo is pleased to announce the 23rd Annual Silent Ticket Auction on Saturday, April 1st at 1069 Delaware Avenue. The evening is once again adults only and beer and wine will be served, along with great kitchen items. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and drawings will begin promptly at 7:50 p.m. Entertainer Keith Shuskie will be performing at 6:45. Our admission price is a low $10.00 and includes 25 tickets. There will be over 100 theme trays and raffle items available as well as a special raffle for a Salvatore’s Italian Gardens overnighter package. Silent Auction items includes (2) baskets of cheer, a kayak and fine dining packages. Don’t miss out on a great evening!

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SPIRITUAL AND FINANCIAL REPORT We warmly welcome all who come to St. Louis for Mass—tourists, visitors, parishioners and friends. Last weekend 397 people attended Mass at St. Louis Parish. Our regular collection was $7,165.00. Your generosity is deeply appreciated. It enables the preservation, ministry and maintenance of our historic church. It assists us in reaching out to the people of our neighborhood. Thank you for your support.

Please remember St. Louis Parish in your will. A bequest may be worded in this fashion - “I give to St. Louis Roman Catholic Church of Buffalo, NY the sum of __________ to be used for its general purposes.”

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