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For the sick in hospitals, in nursing homes, and those who are homebound especially: Tom Barrett, Noreen Bauer, Frederick Bloom, Leona Bonito, Tyler Jacob Borawski, Thomas Borowicz, Diane Butera, Sylvia Caruso, Justin Chandler, 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, Florence Kaczmarek, Stanley Kaczmarek, Margaret Kanczak, Sadie Kassim, Phyllis Kendzierski, Dorothy Kracht, Pat Kupkowski, Linda Kwietniewski, Rose Lesch, John Marchitte, Michelle Martin, Sue Martin, Peg McGinty, Ken Meyers, Erin Mildenberger, Mary Moser, Michael Muroff, Tim Nietopski, Alice Nowak, Pat Palascak, Maxine Paoletti, Theresa Pochylski, Bernadine Powalowski, Nolan Przybysz, Patricia Rakiski, Adolph J. Rakowski, Barbara Robertson, Carol Robichaud, Harriet Rucki, Helen Rutkowski, Bob Schmitt, John Sczepanik, Marie Sellari, Edward Sponholz, Bernice Spyra, Father Jerry Stelmach, John Storm, Zach Sucharski, Gregory Tedesco,Jr., Lucianne Tee, Ethel Thomas, Kayla Urban, Dee Urbaniak, Joseph Wanemaker, Pat Ward, Theresa Wesley, Thomas Wnuk, Alfred T. Wojciechowski, Wanda Wojciechowski, Judith Zielinski, Pat Ziolo, Robin Zion, Lorraine Zotara.

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

Kerling, David Kerling, Jr., James A. Koller, Ian James Mackowski, Claymore Mac-Tarnaghan, Colton Marinelli, Joe Seminatoro, Capt. Glen Taylor, Christopher Wojcik.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

3/31 7:00-9:00 PM Bible Study (Church Basement) 4/1 6:00-9:00 PM Religious Education Family Celebration (Church & School )

EASTER SUNDAY OF THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD SOLEMNITY

ALLELUIA, HE IS RISEN. TRULY HE IS RISEN

The significance of the empty tomb was seemingly beyond the comprehension of Peter and Mary Magdalen. It was the beloved apposite John, who understood the implication. He saw and

believed. When we trust whole-heartedly in Christ, we witness things that seemingly defy human comprehension. Easter is evidence of that. The love of the cross triumphs over sin and death. From humiliation, brutality and pain come redemption and salvation. Alleluia indeed!

Thomas answered and said to him, "My Lord and my God!" Jesus said to him, "Have you come to believe because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and have believed." - Jn 20:28-29

Readings for the Week of March 27, 2016

Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43/Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23/ Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8/Jn 20:1-9 or Lk 24:1- 12 or Lk 24:13-35 Monday: Acts 2:14, 22-33/Ps 16:1-2, 5, 7-11/Mt 28:8-15 Tuesday: Acts 2:36-41/Ps 33:4-5, 18-20, 22/Jn 20:11-18 Wednesday: Acts 3:1-10/Ps 105:1-4, 6-9/Lk 24:13-35 Thursday: Acts 3:11-26/Ps 8:2, 5-9/Lk 24:35-48 Friday: Acts 4:1-12/Ps 118:1-2, 4, 22-27/Jn 21:1-14 Saturday: Acts 4:13-21/Ps 118:1, 14-21/Mk 16:9-15 Next Sunday: Acts 5:12-16/Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24/Rv 1:9- 11a, 12-13, 17-19/Jn 20:19-31

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

Holy Saturday, March 26 12 Noon Blessing of Baskets 1:00 PM Blessing of Baskets Vigil Mass: 7:05 PM Easter Vigil Mass

Easter Sunday, March 27 Masses: 8:00 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM

RECTORY CLOSED

The Rectory will be closed from Monday, March 21st, through Friday, April 2nd to allow our office staff and volunteers time with their families during the Easter Season. The Rectory office will reopen on Monday, April 4th, at 10 AM

CLASSES FOR THE SACRAMENT OF FIRST

EUCHARIST

Classes begin for the Sacrament of First Communion and will be held on Sunday mornings from 10 AM to 10:45 AM in the School gym. These are for students that do not attend a Catholic School (i.e. Mary Queen of Angels students). Sacramental classes will be held for 3rd Grade Religious Education students ONLY April 3, 10, 17 from 10 AM until 10:45 AM. All classes are MANDATORY!!

GENERATIONS OF FAITH

The eighth monthly session of our program begins on Saturday, April 2nd with the 6 PM Mass. Attendance is required at one of the sessions. After Mass the family meal and program continues until 9 PM in the school gym. This month we will explore the topic “We Believe in the Church” as part of our study of the Creed. Pizza will be provided and families will bring vegetables, dips, fruit, salads and desserts. Mary Clare will speak to the adults from 7:15 to 8 PM on Jesus’ Church and we will conclude with a friendly game of Jeopardy between our families. Anyone from the parish is welcome to attend.

MARY QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL NEWS

We would like to take a moment just to thank your parish for supporting Mary Queen of Angels in a number of ways throughout the year. Whether you attended our meat raffle or basket auction, donated cash or school supplies, or just said a prayer for our teachers and students, we truly appreciate your thoughtfulness! May God bless you for your investment in Catholic education in WNY! For more information, please follow us on Facebook or visit www.mqangels.com for frequent updates.

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RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION

The Christian community of Queen of Martyrs Church joyfully welcomes Roland Rachinger in to full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Roland will make a solemn Profession of faith, receive Confirmation, and share in the Holy Eucharist at the Easter Vigil on March 26th. Welcome Roland!!

MARY QUEEN OF ANGELS NEWS

The Home School Association of MQA Regional Catholic School will be selling 6–Month Lottery Raffle Tickets on Saturday and Sunday, April 2nd & 3rd before and after every Mass in the Church Vestibule. Donation $20.00. We ask for your support for the only remaining Catholic School in the Town of Cheektowaga.

PARISH BIBLE STUDY CLASS

Have we got a “GOOD BOOK” for you! Our Parish Bible Study Class will be Thursday, March 31st, from 7 PM to 9 PM in the Church basement. Everyone is welcome to join us. See you there!!

ST VINCENT De PAUL THANKS YOU

During the past year, you have brought comfort and peace to many of our parishioners by your support of the St. Vincent de Paul society. Thank you to all those who so generously donated to the annual Easter food drive. Your thoughtfulness made the holiday much more enjoyable for many of your fellow parishioners and neighbors.

HANNA’S SOCKS

Thank you for your contributions to Hanna’s Socks. The less fortunate members of our community are very appreciative of your continuous generosity.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES

At Catholic Charities, we rejoice with you today in the Resurrection of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ! We also want to thank you for following the example of Appeal Patron St. Nicholas and “finding good wishes” to be a beacon of hope for those we serve. By giving generously to the 2016 Appeal in support of Catholic Charities, you demonstrate that you are a part of a generous community that is always there for our neighbors in need, just as St. Nicholas was for the poor and sick. Find Good Within. Open hearts follow Jesus’ lead. Thank you for your continued support of the 2016 Appeal.

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!!

ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY

Today as we celebrate the feast of Easter we find the challenge of also seeing and believing the resurrection that comes through our own lives of self-sacrifice which brings new life to others. . As you place your gift in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Poor Box, know that you are a sign of God’s love to those who carry their cross of suffering and pain.

POLISH FALCONS OF AMERICA NEWS

The Polish Falcons Nest 6 will hold its annual DYNGUS DAY PARTY on Monday, March 28 staring at 5:00 PM at their club at 3171 Broadway near Union Rd. in Cheektowaga. Polish food will be available to purchase from 5-10 pm. Live polka music by the Try-Lytes starting at 5:30 pm. Admission in only $ 5.00!! For more information call 895-9914 The Polish Falcons of America Nest 6 will also hold an “All You Can Eat” Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, April 3rd from 1:00 –5:00pm at their club at 3171 Broadway. The cost is $6.00 for seniors, $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. Dinner includes spaghetti with meatballs, salad, bread, coffee and dessert. Take out will be available. For more information please call 895-2807 or 685-0250 VOCATIONS The Lord is risen, it is true! Through his death and resurrection, Jesus affords us new life. We must now decide how we are going to live that new life. Will we answer the call from the Lord? If God is calling you to a Church vocation, call Fr. Andrew Lauricella at 847-5535. You can also check out the “Priest of the Month” stories on our website, www.buffalovocations.org!

OUR GIFTS TO GOD

March 20, 2016

Sunday Collection $ 7336.50

Tuition Assistance $ 1562.71

May God continue to bless you for your generosity!

Vigil Mass Saturday, March 26, 2016—Easter Sunday of the Resurrection

of the Lord 7:05 PM Eugene Lew (Birthday) req. by Rita Pelczynski Stanley Maciejewski (Anniversary of Death) req. by

Wife Sunday, March 27, 2016—Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of

the Lord 8:00 AM Philip and Mary Corigliano req. by Corigliano Family 9:30 AM Henry Bartczak (Estate) 11:00 AM Edmund Kalota req. by Wife and Children Robert and Ruth Buckley (Wedding Anniversary)

req. by Family Monday, March 28, 2016—Monday within the Octave of Easter 7:00 AM Joseph and Lucy Kulczyk (Estate) Tuesday, March 29, 2016—Tuesday within the Octave of Easter 7:00 AM Heddy Haas req. by Ray Haas Wednesday, March 30, 2016—Wednesday within the Octave of

Easter 7:00 AM Irene Rye (Estate) Thursday, March 31, 2016—Thursday within the Octave of

Easter 7:00 AM Maryan Budzilo (Anniversary of Death) req. by Wife,

Lorraine, and Family Friday, April 1, 2016—Friday within the Octave of Easter 7:00 AM Adam Ptak (Anniversary of Death) req. by Vincent

and Mary Ptak Mary Rosinski (Birthday) req. by Sister, Dorothy Saturday, April 2, 2016—Saturday within the Octave of Easter 7:00 AM Mass or Scripture Reading/Communion Service Saturday, April 2, 2016—Sunday of Divine Mercy 4:00 PM Stanislaw Wrobel req. by Anna Piotr Smolen and

Family Thaddeus P. Brudz req. by Wife and Children 6:00 PM Joan Dudek req. by Sister, Geri Sunday, April 3, 2016—Sunday of Divine Mercy 8:00 AM Jean Skalski req. by Ted and Arlene Szymanski 11:00 AM Frank Stanczewski (Birthday) req. by the

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