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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, 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, John Henderson, Dorothy Hosinski, Sadie Kassim, Phyllis Kendzierski, Dorothy Kracht, Pat Kupkowski, Rose Lesch, John Marchitte, Michelle Martin, Sue Martin, Erin Mildenberger, Mary Moser, Michael Muroff, Mary Ellen Murphy, Jeff Murphy, Tim Nietopski, Alice Nowak, Pat Palascak, Maxine Paoletti, Lori Petersen, Theresa Pochylski, Bernadine Powalowski, Nolan Przybysz, Patricia Rakiski, Adolph J. Rakowski, Barbara Robertson, Carol Robichaud, Harriet Rucki, Bob Schmitt, John Sczepanik, Marie Sellari, Edward Sponholz, Father Jerry Stelmach, Zach Sucharski, Ethel Thomas, Kayla Urban, Dee Urbaniak, Pat Ward, Theresa Wesley, Thomas Wnuk, Alfred T. Wojciechowski, Wanda Wojciechowski, Judith Zielinski, Pat Ziolo, Robin Zion, Daniel Zotara, II, 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 12/20 7:30 PM St. Vincent de Paul Meeting (Holy

Name Room)

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

GOD IS WITH US, AND WE ARE CALLED TO LIVE IN HIS PRESENCE AND TAKE THAT JOY OUT INTO THE WORLD.

God promised to send a Savior to the world, and Jesus came among us. In return, we are called to serve Christ and proclaim him to all. This is easily overlooked as we get caught up in our own pride, or focus on worldly matters. As we look to the Nativity of the Lord, let us shake off distractions and strive to serve Jesus and share him with others.

The time came for her to have her child and she gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. - Lk 2:6b-7

Readings for the Week of December 18, 2016 Sunday: Is 7:10-14/Ps 24/Rom 1:1-7/Mt 1:18-24 Monday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a/Ps 71/Lk 1:5-25 Tuesday: Is 7:10-14/Ps 24/Lk 1:26-38 Wednesday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a/Ps 33/Lk 1:39-45 Thursday: 1 Sm 1:24-28/1 Sm 2/Lk 1:46-56 Friday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-24/Ps 25/Lk 1:57-66 Saturday: Morning: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/Ps 89/Lk 1:67-

79 Next Sunday: Vigil: Is 62:1-5/Ps 89/Acts 13:16-17, 22-25/Mt 1:1-

25 or 1:18-25 Night: Is 9:1-6/Ps 96/Ti 2:11-14/Lk 2:1-14 Dawn: Is 62:11-12/Ps 97/Ti 3:4-7/Lk 2:15-20

Day: Is 52:7-10/Ps 98/Heb 1:1-6/Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14-25

The Christmas season is a time of joy, visiting family and friends, sharing meals, laughter and excitement. As we celebrate Christmas, may your Christmas Day find you most thankful for the birth of the Christ Child. On behalf of our staff, volunteers, and myself, we would like to wish each and every one of you and your families a “Very Happy and Blessed Christmas.” May all the blessings of the Christ Child be yours this Christmas and may His divine presence enrich your life throughout the New Year.

CHRISTMAS EVE: CHRISTMAS DAY:

December 24th December 25th

4:00 PM 8:00 AM

6:00 PM 11:00 AM

10:00 PM

The Rectory Office will be closed starting Friday, December 16th, through Tuesday, January 3rd. The office will reopen on Wednesday, January 4th at 10 AM.

Barrels have been placed at the Church entrance to receive non-perishable currently dated food donations for Thanksgiving and Christmas distribution. The St. Vincent de Paul Society and many families in our parish will greatly appreciate your generosity during the upcoming Holiday season.

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VICARIATE PENANCE COMMUNAL SERVICE There will be an Advent Penance Communal Service at Resurrection Church located at 130 Como Park Boulevard in Cheektowaga on December 19th at 3 PM and 7 PM. There will be extra priests available. This is our Vicariate’s Cluster Penance service.

MARY QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL NEWS

Christmas recess for all MQA students and teachers begins on Friday, December 23rd, with classes resuming on Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Messages to the school during this time will be returned as soon as possible. Don’t forget that our school Facebook page is updated Monday through Friday so you can always stay up to date on your MQA news.

VOCATIONS

Today we hear that Jesus” coming into our world and all of the love he poured out for us, through much sacrifice, was done in obedience to the Father’s will. Remember that it may be God’s will that you be a priest, or a religious sister or brother. If so, will you follow Jesus’ example of faithfulness? 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.buffalovocations.org.

JOIN THE 52 WEEK CLUB FOR 2017 TICKETS NOW ON SALE

Our players share in 210 cash prizes, totaling $5,520 over the course of the year. The Club awards 4 cash prizes each week for 51 weeks. Week 52 is the Dinner-Dance, which includes a hot buffet dinner, 4 hours of live dance music, beverages and snacks for the evening. We also give away 6 cash prizes (top prize is $1,000) at the Dinner-Dance, which is being held on Sweetest Day, Saturday, October 21, 2017. Tickets are only $50 (less than $1 per week). Call Chairman, Wayne Sorrentino at 891-5164 for your ticket(s). Profits go to Queen of Martyrs Parish. These tickets are GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS for Christmas or as a “Thank You” to a friend or family member!! The Club never keeps the prizes money. All 210 cash prizes are guaranteed to be awarded to Club members. THANK YOU for your continued support!

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!!

Congratulations Terry Pruchnowski, who won $277.50 in our November 50/50 split club!

FRIDAY DINNERS AT THE DONOVAN POST

The F.J. Donovan American Legion Post, 3210 Genesee Street, continues their weekly Friday Dinners, serving from 4 to 8 PM. Food service is by the Szara Family. They feature Haddock Fish Fry, Shrimp Dinner, Clam Strip Dinner, in addition to Burgers, Steak Hoagies and Pierogi dinner. Take outs are welcome. For more information, call 896-3346. Please join us and support the Veterans in Cheektowaga!

CONGRATULATIONS

We are happy to announce that Jeremy Glinski has achieved First Honors with Distinction for the First Quarter marking period at Bishop Timon—St. Jude High School.

Congratulations Jeremy for your outstanding academic achievement.

CHRISTMAS NATIVITY SETS Father Roy Herberger invites you to experience a display of 580 nativity sets from 58 countries. These international crèches will be shown at SS. Columba-Brigid Church, 75 Hickory & Eagle Streets (one block south of Clinton Street). The building is handicap accessible. The hours are from 1-4 PM every Saturday and Sunday in December (except December 24-25th) and until the weekend of January 14-15th. There is no charge and there is a special section for children. If anyone would like to view the display during the week with a large group (i.e. school children, senior groups, church organizations, etc.), please call Fr. Roy at 852-2076.

OUR GIFTS TO GOD

December 8, 2016

Immaculate Conception $ 17217.50

December 11, 2016

Sunday Collection $ 6418.36

Retirement Religious $ 4357.00

May God continue to bless you for your generosity!

Vigil Saturday, December 17, 2016—Fourth Sunday of Advent 4:00 PM Casey Sawicki req. by Wife Roberta Rybinski req. by Jim Murphy 6:00 PM Phyllis C. Partacz req. by Chester Partacz Frank Wisniewski (Anniversary of Death) req. by

Wife Sunday, December 18, 2016—Fourth Sunday of Advent 8:00 AM Harry and Richard Sullivan req. by Sullivan Family 11:00 AM Jean Palaszewski req. by Joan Stypa Maturski and Rosinski Families req. by Dorothy Monday, December 19, 2016—Late Advent Weekday 7:00 AM Marian Mohr (Anniversary of Death) req. by Family Tuesday, December 20, 2016—Late Advent Weekday 7:00 AM Carol Kinner (Birthday) req. by Husband Wednesday, December 21, 2016—Late Advent Weekday—Saint

Peter Canisius, Priest and Doctor of the Church

7:00 AM Richard Lacki (Anniversary of Death) req. by Wife Thomas Scherrer (Anniversary of Death) req. by

Wife and Children Thursday, December 22, 2016—Late Advent Weekday 7:00 AM Alice Janusz (3rd Anniversary of Death) req. by

Daughters Karen and Lauren Friday, December 23, 2016—Late Advent Weekday—Saint John

of Kanty, Priest 7:00 AM Irene Rye (Estate) Saturday, December 24, 2016—Late Advent Weekday 7:00 AM Scripture Reading/Communion Service Vigil Mass Saturday, December 24, 2016—The Nativity of the LORD 4:00 PM John and Charlotte Borowiak req. by Daughter and

Family Thaddeus P. Brudz req. by Wife and Children 6:00 PM Queen of Martyrs Parishioners 10:00 PM Queen of Martyrs Volunteers Sunday, December 25, 2016—The Nativity of the LORD 8:00 AM Robert Zagorski req. by Wife, Frances 11:00 AM Frank Stanczewski req. by Stanczewski Family Ruth Buckley (Anniversary of Death) req. by Family

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Paul Sufita

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