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Category Archives: From the Pastor
From the Pastor
A Happy Easter to all! Those who attended Holy Week and Easter Services have seen, heard and felt the results of months of planning, practice and hard work. My hope is that all this has served to strengthen faith and … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
Many parishioners have fond memories of Fr. Joe Dowdell while he taught at Mindzenty. He has been pastor at Sacred Heart Church in Lakewood for many years and will retire later this spring. If you wish to drop him a … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
Now that Lent has begun, the tempo of church life quickens. Soon we in WNY will see the snow and crud disappear with warm spring rains. We know from experience that bird songs, green grass and even flowers are not … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
It was months ago that Chrell Batista, wife and mother of two young children, was formally presented to our parish community and accepted as a catechumen, i.e. an adult on her way toward Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation. Chrell has remained … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
An unspeakable tragedy will be observed soon. Just as surely as the infamous action in New York City on September 11, 2001 occasioned ever expanding consequences for America, so the Roe v. Wade decision continues to beget a chain of … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
The Christmas liturgies, the tasteful decorations, the music and participation by parish youth represent countless hours of dedicated and loving labor. We salute our musicians, all the volunteers, those who plan and execute church décor, the choirs and parish employees. … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
Inserted in today’s bulletin is a copy of the finance report for September 2011- August 31, 2012. Please take the time to review it since it explains what we have done with your donations. The report underlines how important your … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
We all watched with apprehension as last week’s hurricane barreled toward New York State. Fortunately for us, storm damage was practically non-existent. We now know that the coastal regions of the Eastern United States as well as several Caribbean Nations … Continue reading
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From the Pastor
Our church interior will soon be painted, pending the Bishop’s approval. The job will include the entire sanctuary, the main body of the church, entrances, and confessionals but not the ceiling or blue accents. The work will be done by … Continue reading
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From The Pastor
Thank you Marge! Marge Filutze has capably led music at the 8 a.m. choir for many years. She has inspired both choir and congregation with her joyous commitment to good prayerful liturgy. Long before she began her ministry here, and … Continue reading
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