WEEKLY BULLETIN DEADLINE

            All information for the weekly bulletin MUST be in the office no later than 9 a.m. Monday mornings. We have changed companies who prepare our bulletin.  Church Bulletins was bought by a publishing company in Cleveland, Ohio.  This change has required us to revise our deadline.  You can mail, e-mail or fax the information for your organization or event to the Rectory.  We prefer email. Please send to cbroderick@saintbenedicts.com. You will see some changes in the bulletin in the coming months.

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LOST AND FOUND

A number of items have been left behind in Church.  They include glasses, sun glasses, and rings.  Inquire in the Parish Office, or stop in the Sacristy after Mass.  If we have your item, we will be most happy to return it.

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LITURGICAL MINISTRY MEETING

            The Liturgical Ministry Group will meet on Monday, August 25 at 4 p.m. in the Tobin Room.  New members are always welcome.

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ROSARY ALTAR & HOLY NAME SOCIETIES

Where did summer go?  Time to get back in the meeting routine.  Our first meeting of the year will be our annual road trip.  On Monday, September 8 we and the Holy Name Society will travel to SS. Columba-Brigid Church.  Mass with Fr. Roy Herberger, will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m.  We will have a brief tour of the newest Church in the Diocese which as a window designed by the late Sr. Karen Klimczak.  We will then return to the cafeteria for pizza, cold drinks and a social hour.  We will meet in the Eggert Rd. parking lot at 5 p.m. and car pool to our destination which is at Hickory and Eagle Streets.

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GARDEN CLUB

            The Garden Club will meet this Tuesday on the patio behind the rectory.  The Club meets to share ideas about gardening. They also help with the many gardens around the Parish and the Catholic Charities Building.  They are always looking for new members.  There is much work to do with all the rain.  Please consider joining us on Tuesday night.

Thank you Garden Club for all you are doing to make St. Benedicts look great!

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ST. BENEDICT’S LADIES BOWLING LEAGUE

Bowlers Needed!

         Come join the Ladies St. Benedict's Rosary and Altar Bowling League at the Tonawanda lanes starting on Thursday, September 4 at 9:30 a.m.   If interested or for more information, please call Dell Pawelski at 834-8756 or Kathie Meyer at 774-2757.

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MEMBERS OF R&A AND HNS

              Plans are under way for the next corporate Mass, Communion and (hot) breakfast.  We are looking at a menu of sausage and eggs, along with the usual things like coffee, milk, etc.   Plan to be there on Sunday, September 14 at the 8am Mass.  This is open to members, spouses and non-members.  Also, did you know that St Benedict’s will be the host Parish for the annual International Holy Name Breakfast on March 8, 2009?  Also, our Holy Name is listed in the Program for the National Convention in September.  Fr Paul is the Chairman of the Clergy Committee on the National lever and will be attending the Convention. Have you seen the smart green shirts that some Holy Name members have with their name and the name of the Parish on it?   Come to the September 9^th meeting and learn how you can get one.  Imagine over a 150 men wearing these shirts to Holy Name activities here at St Benedict’s.  Join the team! 

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ANOTHER STEAK DINNER?

           It is being considered for Saturday, October 25 after the 5pm Mass.  So stay tuned.   

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DAY OF RECOLLECTION

            Seniors (55+) are invited to St Gregory’s Parish for a special spiritual day.  This is part of their year-long celebration of their 50^th anniversary.  It begins with 8am Mass.  Cost is $5 to defray the cost of lunch and refreshments.  Space is limited. Call Sr Maureen at 688-5678 ext 340 by September 1. 

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CELEBRATING GOLDEN & DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES!!!

Save the Date!

          Bishop Edward U. Kmiec invites all couples who are celebrating their 50^th, 60^th and 70th Anniversary of Marriage in 2008 to a special Mass in St. Joseph Cathedral on Sunday, October 12, at 3:00 p.m. followed by a reception at the Buffalo Convention Center.  On this day the entire Diocese of Buffalo will join those celebrating their anniversaries in their joy and in their gratitude to God, who has set them among us as a sign of His constant and faithful love.  Please call the rectory before September 8 if you are planning to attend.  For more information, please call Sharon Brady at 834-2210.

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THE OPENING OF SCHOOL IS SOON

Have you considered a Catholic Education?

The opening of school is only a week away.  Have you ever considered Catholic education for your children or grandchildren?  Over 100 families in our parish are taking advantage of our excellent Catholic education here at St. Benedict’s.  This coming year we are especially excited about our new principal, Mrs. Kerri Nowak.  There are openings in some grades.  If you are considering a Catholic Education this year for your child or grandchild, please call the school (835-2518).  There is financial assistance available for families with needs.  Our philosophy at St. Benedict’s is that no child will be denied a Catholic Education for financial reasons.

Catholic Education – a great investment in your child’s or grandchild’s future

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JUBILEE YEAR OF ST. PAUL

2008 - 2009

With the whole Church, St. Benedict’s is celebrating the Year of St. Paul.  Our website highlights our Prayer, Study, and Action Plan for the Pauline Year.  Our Parish Goal is to imitate the zeal of St. Paul for Christ and His Church.  Please join our effort to honor St. Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles.  One good way to do this would be to attend a Bible Study Program.  We have two such Programs here at St Benedict’s and Fr Paul runs one at St Andrew’s, Sloan.  Or, we do have the monthly Book Club.  This is a good time and year to improve our knowledge and understanding of our God. 

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Project Update

Lindsay Macaluso who worked for us during the summer, has returned to school.  We are very grateful to Lindsay for all she did to make the grounds look great.

·          Roof work: copper work on the front of the school is done.  They are working on the flat roof.  The copper work on the church is in progress.  We hope to complete all of the roof work by September 1^st.

·          School wiring:  The school is completely wired for internet.  We are in the process of installing the 9 new computers purchased with NYS funds.

·          Landscaping:  Josh has joined us to help for the coming weeks.  The vegetable garden of Fr Paul’s is growing.  So far he has picked cukes and broccoli and is waiting for  the tomatoes to turn red.  We are going to re-landscape the front entrance of the school next week.

·          Parking Lot on Eggert Road side: We are taking bids for repairing and sealing the parking lot.  If you know of anyone who might be interested, have them call Dick in the rectory.

·          Door repair: The broken door on the Eggert Road side of the church can not be repaired.  We are going to need to build a new door.  We hope to have the door open soon.  They are also going to repair the entrance door to the school.

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INTERESTED IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

If you are thinking about joining the Catholic Church then RCIA is the term to know.  It stands for Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and it is how one learns more about the Catholic Faith.  We walk with you on your faith journey, help answer your questions and prepare you for the sacraments if you choose to receive them.  Please contact Deacon Bill for more information – bhynes@saintbenedicts.com or by calling the rectory.

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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES

            Religious Education Classes begin on September 15 for Grades 1-5 on Monday afternoons from 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  High School classes for grades 9 – 11 begin on Monday evening, September 15 from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. and Grades 6 – 8 begin on Wednesday, September 17 from 7 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.  New families should register as soon as possible.  Please call Sr. Virginia at 836-6444 if you have any questions.

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PAPER RECYCLING

Last Chance to make the goal

          Our recycling efforts have reached a plateau.  We need 31.25 tons by the end of August to meet our contest goal.  This is our last week.  If you have any paper you can recycle, this is the week to drop it off.  Please do not wait for the start of school.  It will be too late for the contest.  We have been very successful in the past paper cycling contests.  Each time we have received the $1,000 bonus by exceeding our goal by over 25%.  Please consider ways you can help.  The contest promotes good stewardship of our resources while also bringing funds to the Parish.

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HAVE YOU BEEN GONE FOR THE SUMMER?

A simple way to make your donation

Summer is almost over.  Electronic transfer is an easy way to continue your support even if you were gone.  Money will be automatically transferred from your checking account to the Parish on Monday each week or on the first Monday of the month.  No more worry about writing checks or dealing with envelopes.  The application is available on the website or by calling or emailing Dick Duquin in the Rectory. (Rduquin@saintbenedicts.com)

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WHAT IS NEW ON THE WEBSITE

Have you been to the website lately?

             We continue to look for ways to improve the website.  If you have any suggestions please email them to the webmaster.  The pictures that were on the web have been removed because of concern for privacy and permission.  Once this has been addressed, pictures will once again be on the web.  But remember that all the pictures that Fr Paul takes are printed and placed in our Parish Photo Album.  Stop in the Parish Office any time to view the over 500 pictures he has taken (including Fr Joe’s departure Mass, the Picnic, Summer Bible School, School Golf Tournament, teachers meeting the new Principal).  Photos help us remember our history.  Also, check the Church entrances for the most current pictures of Fr Joe.

Check it out – SaintBenedicts.com

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PRE-CANA INFORMATION

www.saintbenedicts.com

            The Pre-Cana Information is up and running on our website. The Pre-Cana links include – Parish contact policy, Frequently Asked Questions, Marriage Reflections from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and a short Prayer for married Couples.   Also, information on Pre-Cana sessions offered through the Diocese is included, along with costs, description and contact information. The Diocesan Pre-marital Counseling information is also there.

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A PARISH NEWSPAPER

         We are hoping to begin a monthly newspaper here at St Benedict’s this Fall.  We will be looking for poems, articles, notices of Parish events, editorial comments, birthday/anniversary announcements.  Hopefully, each month we can list people with birthdays and anniversaries, but only if we have the proper month.  If you find you were not included, it’s because we do not have your dates.  If you would like to help with this endeavor, let Fr Paul know.  Our first edition will be September 14.  Do you write poetry or essays?  Do you have a favorite joke or cartoon?  September 7 is National Grandparents Day.  Why not a few words of love and praise for them!  Submit your written work to Fr. Paul by mail, email, fax or hand it to him.  Don’t wait.  Deadline for our first issue has been extended to August 29. 

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ANNULMENT WRITING WORKSHOP

How to start the Annulment Process

           Don’t know how to begin the annulment process?  Get it done in one weekend at the Annulment Writing Workshop, on Friday, August 22 from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Saturday, August 23 from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. in Queen of Heaven Parish Center, 4220 Seneca Street in West Seneca.  Registration fee includes snacks, breakfast, lunch, forms, booklet on the process, and all the help needed. To register call Barbara Wyse at 633-7786.

men’s retreat

             This will take place at the Columban Retreat Center in Derby, NY from September 5-7.  The theme is “Hope for a Broken World”.  Fr. Paul is going to be with the men, including one member of St Ben’s.  It begins with check-in at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 and concludes on Sunday with Mass at 10 a.m. followed by brunch.  The cost is $140.  It is open to all men, Holy Name members or not.  Now is the time to register.  Hopefully we can muster 30 men from the Diocese to join the 30 men from the Diocese of St. Catherines (Canada).  See Fr. Paul for details and registration form.

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FOOTBALL FRENZY

         The downtown Office of the Holy Name Society is once again sponsoring a 10 week Football Frenzy, namely the last 10 weeks of the Season (Oct 26-Dec 28, 2008).  For $10 you receive 3 different teams each of the 10 weeks.  Prizes of $100 to $10 are awarded for the 7 highest and 2 lowest 3-team TOTALS. See the poster on the vestibule bulletin board and get your ticket from Fr Paul.  Over the 10 weeks $3,500 will be awarded.  Last year Fr Paul sold a winner in 9 of the 10 weeks, some weeks more than one winner. They are available in the Sacristy before or after Mass and in our Parish Office.  Or, you can get tickets directly from the downtown Office by calling 847-2201.

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MONTHLY $3 LOTTERY TICKET

          Sponsored by the downtown Holy Name Society (DUHN) for September can be purchased from Fr Paul (Diocesan Spiritual Moderator). The cost is only $3.   He averages 6 winners a month. In fact Fr John has won $25 again, and so has Fr Paul.  See or call Fr Paul for your ticket(s) today.  He has them in the Sacristy before and after every Mass and in the Parish Office.

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SENIOR CITIZENS  

            “Vatican Treasures” – One bus is full but I am taking names for a possible 2^nd bus on September 4.  The cost of the trip is $50.00

            On September 15 we are taking a trip to the Erie, PA Casino.  One bus is full but I am taking names for a 2^nd bus.  The cost is $20.00 and you get $20.00

            Two busses are going to the Seneca Allegheny Casino on October 14.  The cost is $20.00 and you get $20.00.  Come and enjoy viewing the fall colors and a day of gaming.

            For more information call Val at 838-0291.

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 CERTIFIED CPR/AED TRAINING

WHERE:  ST. BENEDICT’S GYMNASIUM

WHEN:  Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Cost:  $20.00 per person

For more information and registration, please call Tracy at 632-0959 or email Tap687@yahoo.com no later than September 22.

COINS FOR BABY BOTTLES

Our Parish Holy Name Society is joining with Harvest House (Seneca near Southside in S. Buffalo) to raise money for babies and their mothers.  Harvest House is the largest supplier of free baby and children’s clothing and furniture. We have contributed 136 bottles for a total of $1843.50 (an average of over $13.50 a bottle). This is amazing in just 3 months.  If you have filled a bottle or two, thank you.  If the babies could speak, they would say “Thank You”.  If you have not taken a bottle, do so the next time you are in Church.  The need is there.  The coins are in our pockets or on our dressers.  We can help.  We can make a difference.  We can love.  We received a letter from Harvest House thanking us for our support.  The letter is on the vestibule bulletin board.

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CATHOLIC CHARITIES

Thank You!

         We extend a most grateful “Thank You” to one and all for your generosity on behalf of Appeal 2008 in support of Catholic Charities and the Bishop’s Fund for the Faith.  With your help, the Appeal achieved $10,885,157.20, which was 97% of its $11.2 million goal.  With this assistance, Catholic Charities can continue to work to nourish the hungry, comfort the lonely, eliminate neglect and end domestic violence.  For more information about our services, go to www.ccwny.org or call 856-4494.

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ROSARY FOR LIFE

Saturday, August 30, 2008

                Rosary for Life will be on Saturday, August 30, at St. Rose of Lima Parish, Parkside & Parker   Avenues.  Mass will be celebrated at 8:00 a.m. followed by a procession to the local abortion clinic to pray the rosary for mothers, fathers, their unborn children and the ultimate end to abortion.  This event is sponsored by the Office of Pro-Life Activities.  For more information, call 847-2205.

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PRAYER FOR ALL MILITARY PERSONNEL

O God, kindly watch over those exposed to the dangers of military life.

Give them such strong faith that nothing may ever

Lead them to deny it or fear to practice it.

Fortify them by your grace against the contagion of bad example,

So that, preserved from vice and serving you faithfully,

They may be ready to meet death if it should come.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, inspire them with sorrow for sin

And grant them pardon.  Mary, our Mother, be with them in battle,

And should they be called upon to make the supreme sacrifice,

Obtain for them the grace to die in the love of your Divine Son.

St. Joseph, pray for them.

Amen

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REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS

        Please pray for all the sick members of our parish, especially, Diane Pabilonia, Molly Fleischman, Kathleen Schneider, Eric Estenoz, Sue Mulhern, Margaret Scherrer, Ruth Hill, Lorraine Drexel, David DiMarco, Geri Whitman, Rev. Joseph Penkaul and all our parishioners who are homebound or in nursing homes, as well as our relatives, parishioners and friends who have died especially, Rev. David Scheider, Robert Allaire, Joseph Ciresi, James Marmion and Robert Fraunheim.

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Masses and Scripture Readings for the Week:

Monday, 25 – Weekday

2 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 11-12 & Matthew 23:13-22

7:00 a.m.  Carmela Improta req. Melissa & Mary Haley

Tuesday, August 26 – Weekday

2 Thessalonians 2:1-3a, 14-17 & Matthew 23:23-26

7:00 a.m.  Patricia Caudle req. St. Benedict’s Rosary altar

Wednesday, August 27 – St. Monica

2 Thessalonians 3:6-10, 16-18 & Matthew 23:27-32

7:00 a.m.  Josephine M. Colucci req. Sr. Mary Jo Colucci

Thursday, August 28 – St. Augustine

 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 & Matthew 24:42-51

7:00 a.m.  All Souls

Friday, August 29 – Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist

1 Corinthians 1:17-25 & Mark 6:17-29

7:00 a.m.  ANNIV: Loretta Karas req. Emily Kujawa

Saturday, August 30 – Weekday

1 Corinthians 1:26-31 & Matthew 25:14-30

5:00 p.m.  ANNIV: Mary Niles-Pillsworth req. Dr. & Mrs. Gonzalez

Sunday, August 31 – Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jeremiah 20:7-9, Romans 12:1-2 & Matthew 16:21-27

8:00 a.m.    ANNIV:  Mary T. Ferry req. John Ferry

10:00 a.m.  Danny Odea req. Margaret & Ken Bechtel & Family

11:30 a.m.  Peter & Evelyn Sabo req. Family

PLEASE NOTE THAT Fr Joe will offer a Mass “For the Parishioners of St Benedict’s” each week while he is in Afghanistan.  This is a Church Law requirement for every Pastor each week.  They will resume here at St Benedict’s when Fr Joe returns home.

If you have requested a weekend Masses and would like to bring up the Offertory Gifts, please inform the ushers before Mass.

Financial Facts

Amount Collected for the August 17 weekend

                           Envelopes…................................................................. $8,200.00

                           Loose…............................................................................ $621.00

                           e-Basket.................................................................................. $

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singles dance

                 Playing music from the 50s and 60s and more, come to the Hearthstone Manor on Dick Rd, Friday

                 September 5 from 8:30pm to 12:30am.  Music by DJ, Rick Mann of Jukebox Tonight.  Admission is

                 $8.  Contact Donna at 633-5413 for more details.

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LADIES OF CHARITY

Celebrates Women in Service to the Community.

The Ladies of Charity, a volunteer organization of Catholic Charities, invites all members and friends of the Ladies of Charity to join us for a very special liturgy on Sunday, September 21, at Christ the King Church, Main Street, Snyder. Rev. Msgr. Joseph J. Sicari, celebrant, will install new Ladies of Charity members during the regularly scheduled Mass at 10:00 a.m. Following Mass, a luncheon will be served at the Sonoma Grill, located across from the church. Join us to welcome new members and socialize with friends as we celebrate "Women in Service to the Community." Call Ladies of Charity at 895-4001 for more information or send reservations to Ladies of Charity, 1122 Broadway, Buffalo, 14212.

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STEVEN’S DRIVING SCHOOL

                                        Looking for a gift for a teenager?

The five hour course for new drivers is available right here at St. Benedicts on Tuesday evenings.  For information call 674-2340.

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WILLS AND BEQUESTS

         Have you considered the placing of your Parish in your will?  While many people remember to have some Masses said, why not contribute to the well-being of your Parish with a generous donation?  The Mass money goes to the priest who says the Mass.  But your generous donation would be used for the general needs of the Parish at the time, or for education, or a special project happening then.  God bless you for remembering St Benedict’s in your wills. 

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PARABLE PLAYERS PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

            Sunday, August 31 at 3 p.m. at North Tonawanda Catholic Community "Parish Picnic" - Knights of Columbus (Madonna Council), 755 Erie Ave, North Tonawanda.

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MEMORIAL MASS FOR TIM RUSSERT

           The Sisters of Mercy invite you and your families to a Memorial Mass for the repose of the soul of Tim Russert which will be celebrated at Our Lady of Victory Basilica at 2 p.m. on Sunday, September 14th.

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INFORMATION ABOUT LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

            We are happy to write letters of recommendation for parishioners who will be sponsors for the Sacraments of Baptism or Confirmation.  Parishioners who request a letter must be registered members of St. Benedict’s Parish who:

1.      Have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.

2.      Attend Mass regularly and use envelopes so that we can verify attendance.

            Married parishioners must:

1.      Have their children enrolled in a Catholic School or a Religious Education program.

2.      Have been validly married in the Catholic Church. 

            Students who are out of town at school or those in Military Service should receive a letter from their Campus Priest or Chaplain.  Letters can be obtained by telephoning the Parish Office at 834-10421.

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STRENGTHEN YOUR MARRIAGE

          Help us make strong marriages a priority. The US Catholic Bishops have asked parishes to help "strengthen marriage as both a human institution and a Christian sacrament." Our website - www.saintbenedicts.com under the Liturgy heading - contains information for married couples of every age and for those preparing for marriage. Please remember to pray for all married couples and for St. Benedict's Pre-Cana ministry.

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LEARN ABOUT OUR NAMESAKE!

         Did you ever wonder who St. Benedict was? Our website now contains a brief biography of this great saint. The essay on our website is by Robert Ellsberg (Winner of the 1998 Christopher Award) and reprinted for St. Benedict’s parish with the generous permission of the author. Check it out today under “About Us/About St. Benedict”.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Fundraising for St. Benedict’s School

-Campbell’s Labels for Education:  we earn “points” redeemable for merchandise by submitting UPC codes and jar lids from participating products from Campbell’s, Prego, Swanson, Franco American,V8, and Pepperidge Farms.  A complete list of products can be found at www.labelsforeducation.com.

-Box Tops for Education:  we receive 10 cents for each Box Tops for Education coupon submitted from General Mills, Betty Crocker, Yoplait, Green Giant, Lloyd’s, Gold Medal, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Totino’s, Progresso, and Ziploc products.  For a complete list of participating products visit www.boxtopsforeducation.com

-Tyson Project A+:  We receive 24 cents for every Tyson A+ label clipped from participating Tyson products.  For more information visit www.ProjectAPlus.tyson.com.

-Tops Gift Cards:  We receive 5% of the face value of every Tops Card purchased.  Use cards in place of cash when you shop for groceries or gas.  You have to shop, so please help support our school with the purchase of Tops Gift Cards.

-SCRIP (gift cards/certificates):  These are available for over 500 local and national retailers where many of us already shop for gas, clothes, dining out and more.  The retailers pay a percentage of the value of certificates/cards sold.  Our newest program, ShopWithScrip.com, allows individuals to place their orders online.  It’s couldn’t be easier – place your order, pay through the coordinator and your cards will arrive in 2-3 days.   Visit www.shopwithscrip.com for more information.

For more information or questions about any of these programs, please contact Maureen Matthew at 833-3472 or mamatthew94@yahoo.com.

Thank you for your support of St. Benedict School!

MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST FOR THE HOMEBOUND

“I was sick and you visited me…”

             Communion is taken to the sick and homebound of our parish twice each month (on the first and third Fridays) by a team of parishioners. There are nearly 40 people receiving Communion and we need more volunteers to help us. Currently each person has 3-5 people to visit.  We are adding new homebound to our list each month.  We need your help.  It is a wonderful experience to know that you brighten a person’s life by bringing them JESUS in Holy Communion. We promise to train you. It is a wonderful experience to bring the Eucharist into a sick person’s home.   If you have a family member or neighbor who would like Communion, please call the Rectory at 834-1041.  If you would like to volunteer, please call Sr. Virginia at 836-6444.  YOUR FELLOW PARISHIONER NEEDS YOUR HELP.  CALL TODAY.

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ANNULMENT COMPANIONS

Do you need help?

Do you need help writing your annulment application?

Are you divorced or do you know someone who is divorced who is in need of an annulment? 

On the first Thursday of the month St. Benedicts hosts a program called Come & See.  At that program we have people who have been through the annulment process and who are willing to help those considering applying for an annulment.  If you can not attend Come & See, you can call Barb at 633-7786 for information regarding the ministry.

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  ANNULMENT COMPANIONS

Can you help?

Annulment Companions is a ministry to help people through the annulment process.  If you have received an annulment and would be interested in this ministry, please call Barb(633-7786).  Training is available for all those who are interested in this ministry.

BAGLEY OPEN

2^ND Annual

          Golfers and sponsors are needed for the 2^nd Annual “Bagley Open”. Held in memory of Father Gary Bagley, this year’s tournament will be Wednesday, August 27. It is a nine-hole, two-person scramble format tournament with dinner to follow at Classics V Banquet Facilities on Niagara Falls Boulevard. All proceeds will benefit Harvest House in South Buffalo. For more information, please contact the Diocesan Youth Department at 716-847-8789 or see http://www.dobyouth.com.