The Buffalo Brass Choir, directed by Nick DelBello, in concert at Blessed Trinity on April 22, 2016. Photo Credit: Margaret Dick
Our final concert in the 2015-16 Trinity Series took place on Friday evening, April 22. Nick DelBello directed our ensemble-in-residence, the Buffalo Brass Choir, in a performance of “American Originals.” The program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble included “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer, and a solo performance by the very personable Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. The concert ended with Brian Balmages’s rousing Symphony No. 1 Brass.
Featured soloist Tim Smith, Second Trombone with the BPO, performs “Andante con moto” from James Kazik’s “Conerto for Tenor Trombone and Brass Ensemble” at BT. Photo credit: Margaret Dick
On May 21 and 22, Blessed Trinity will participate in the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s Sixth Annual Sacred Sites Open House Weekend, inviting the public to experience our house of worship as a repository of faith, art, and history. Members of our docent team will be on hand Saturday, May 21, from 2 – 4 p.m. and on Sunday, May 22, from Noon to 2 p.m. to explain the unique features that make Blessed Trinity Church the purest replication of 12th century Lombard-Romanesque architecture in the United States. You’ll be able to examine its handmade bricks set in a style dating back to the Middle Ages, learn about the elaborate display of medieval iconography on the terra cotta portico, and stand in awe at the more than 2,000 symbols summarizing Christian beliefs in ceramic tiles, paintings and sculpture.
Blessed Trinity, listed on the National Register of Historic Place, is wheelchair accessible.
“I am the true vine and you are the branches….” Communion Antiphon Fifth Sunday of Easter
April 24 – May 1, 2016
Weekly Activities
Sunday, April 24 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in the loft
Thursday, April 28 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Saturday, April 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall
Saturday, April 30 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Sunday, May 1 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in the loft
Sunday, May 1 following 10:00 a.m. Mass ~ Ladies Sodality Meeting in St. Charles Hall
Mass Intentions
Sunday, April 24 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – James M. Lojacano and Anderson Patrick Kresse (Requested by Mary and Bob Kresse) and Deacon Jimmie Boyd (Requested by Judy Casassa)
Monday, April 25 ~ St. Mark, Evangelist ~ Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, April 26 ~Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Parish (Blessed Trinity Parish)
Wednesday, April 27 ~ Winifred Enright (Estae)
Thursday, April 28 ~ St. Peter Chanel; St. Louis Grignion de Montfort ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Friday, April 29 ~ St. Catherine of Siena ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Saturday, April 30 ~ St. Pius V ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Sunday, May 1 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Victoria Koteras (Blessed Trinity Docents) and Colleen Napora (Friends)
Women of the Parish: You are invited, as guests of the Holy Name Society, to our traditional Mother’s Day Breakfast to be held on Sunday, May 8, following the 10:00 AM Mass. Reservations for the breakfast are necessary and may be made by calling the Rectory Office at 716-833-0301. The reservation deadline is Wednesday, May 4. Non-parishioner adult guests, such as daughters, mothers, sisters, similar-in-laws, etc. are welcome. No children, please. Cost for a guest is $5 per person, payable at the door.
The Ladies Sodality will meet on Sunday, May 1, immediately following the 10 AM Mass. There will be a brief business meeting to finalize plans for the June 8 dinner and a presentation by member Palma Zanghi on the Felician Sisters’ “Water with Blessing” project in Haiti. All women of the parish are welcome.
Prayer Partner Meet and Greet ~ If you participated in the Lenten Prayer Partner Program, come and meet your partner beginning at 5:30 PM on Thursday, May 19, at Ss. Columba-Brigid Church. A pot-luck dinner will be served at 6:30 PM. Additional information will follow.
The Catholic Home Missions Appeal will take place April 23/24. Many dioceses here in the United States do not have enough priests and trained lay ministers to serve their parishes. These dioceses are known as home missions. The Catholic Home Missions Appeal, which will take place this weekend, supports these dioceses by funding essential ministries, including seminary education and lay ministry training. Please be generous in this appeal and share your resources to strengthen the Church at home.
Our Helping Hands Food Pantry has extended its hours and now operates on both Friday and Saturday mornings from 9 AM – 12 Noon. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Luis Clay at 716-812-3461.
Congratulations to Jonathan Sands, a junior in Canisius High School’s College Preparatory Program. He achieved high honors during the third marking period.
Arun Gandhi to speak at Commemoration of Sister Karen Klimczak. Arun Gandhi, grandson of the great peacemaker Mahatma Gandhi, will speak on “Legacies of Nonviolence: from Gandhi to Sister Karen” at the annual fundraiser for the SSJ Sister Karen Klimczak Center for Nonviolence on Sunday, April 24 at 3 PM at Immaculata Academy, 5138 South Park Avenue, Hamburg. This year is the 10th anniversary of Sister Karen Klimczak’s passing, and the event will include a special commemoration of her life and ministry. The Center for Nonviolence, founded in her memory, shares a mission with Arun Gandhi to eliminate violence in our world. For tickets, contact 716-362-9688 or email info [at] sisterkarencenter [dot] org. You may also purchase online at http://www.sisterkarencenter.org (scholarships are available).
The Buffalo Brass Choir, directed by Nick DelBello, in concert at Blessed Trinity on April 22, 2016. Photo Credit: Margaret Dick
Featured soloist Tim Smith, Second Trombone with the BPO, performs “Andante con moto” from James Kazik’s “Conerto for Tenor Trombone and Brass Ensemble” at BT. Photo credit: Margaret Dick
Trinity Series Finale ~ Our final concert in the 2015-16 Trinity Series took place on Friday evening, April 22. Nick DelBello directed our ensemble-in-residence, the Buffalo Brass Choir, in a performance of “American Originals.” The program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble included “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer, and a solo performance by the very personable Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. The concert ended with Brian Balmages’s rousing Symphony No. 1 Brass. Watch this space for the announcement of our 2016-17 Trinity Series concerts.
Canisius College Chorale to Perform with Vocalis Chamber Choir. The Canisius College Chorale, under the direction of Frank Scinta, will present a program in collaboration with the Vocalis Chamber Choir, James Burritt, director, this Sunday, April 24, at 7:30 PM in Canisius College’s Montante Cultural Center, 2001 Main Street, Buffalo. The program will feature works by Vivaldi, Victoria, Mendelssohn, Chatman and others. Combined performances of works by Lauridsen and Dawson will highlight the program. For more information, contact the Canisius Music Office at 716-888-2536.
“Music and Memories,” A Service to Remember Those We Love, will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kenmore and again on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lackawanna. The service will feature songs that will inspire and uplift you as we remember those we have loved. Poems and pieces will be interspersed throughout the program along with the reading of your loved one’s name. Call by April 18 to have your loved one’s name listed in the program book. For the service at Mount Olivet, call 716-873-6500; for Holy Cross service, call 716-823-1197. This program is presented as part of the bereavement support programs of the Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo.
The New Beginnings Gospel Choir will perform on Saturday, May 7, at 7 PM at St. Martin de Porres Church, 555 Northampton Street.
A Memorial Concert in honor of Sister Karen Klimczak, SSJ, will be offered twice on Pentecost weekend: Friday, May 13 and Sunday, May 15. Join Tenor Vocalist Cory James Gallagher and Writer-Poet Amy Gallagher for a beautifully reflective and uplifting “Musical-Poetic Tribute” honoring the life and legacy of Sister Karen. Both performances are at 7:30 PM at Ss. Columba-Brigid Church, 75 Hickory Street (between Clinton and N. Division). A reception will follow. Event is by donation, with a portion of the proceeds going to Peaceprints of WNY.
The Buffalo Brass Choir in concert at Blessed Trinity Friday, April 22 at 7:30 PM
News from our Parish Community
Happy Birthday Father George ~ Today and throughout every season, may God’s grace give you every possible reason to smile, to enjoy and to celebrate.
Sister Flavia Dampf
Sunday’s Visit with Sr. Flavia ~ You are invited to visit with our former pastoral associate, Sister Flavia Dampf, at a special coffee hour in St. Charles Hall following Sunday Mass on April 17. This will be a wonderful opportunity to reminisce with Sr. Flavia and share memories of the many ways in which she ministered to our parish family and the wider community. We thank Darvan and Vontrese Draper for hosting April’s coffee hour and Shammy Dunnigan for bringing Sister Flavia from her present home with the Sisters of St. Joseph in Clarence.
The Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, April 20, at 7 PM in St. Charles Hall. Members who are unable to attend are reminded to notify the rectory.
Trinity Series Finale ~ Our final concert in the 2015-16 Trinity Series is less than a week away. On Friday, April 22, at 7:30 PM, Music Director Nick DelBello will direct our ensemble-in-residence, the Buffalo Brass Choir, in a performance of “American Originals.” The program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble includes “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer, and a solo performance by Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. The concert ends with Brian Balmages’s rousing Symphony for Brass and Precussion. No tickets are necessary, but a free-will offering with a suggested $10 donation will be taken.
The Catholic Home Missions Appeal will take place April 23/24. One way that this appeal works to support home mission dioceses in the U.S. is by supporting seminarian formation. The blessing of seminarians places a financial burden on poor dioceses because the annual cost of education per seminarian is $35-40,000. Your support is needed for these young men so that they might go back and serve their parishes. Please strengthen the Church at home by making a generous gift next weekend.
Arun Gandhi to speak at Commemoration of Sister Karen Klimczak. Arun Gandhi, grandson of the great peacemaker Mahatma Gandhi, will speak on “Legacies of Nonviolence: from Gandhi to Sister Karen” at the annual fundraiser for the SSJ Sister Karen Klimczak Center for Nonviolence on Sunday, April 24 at 3 PM at Immaculata Academy, 5138 South Park Avenue, Hamburg. This year is the 10th anniversary of Sister Karen Klimczak’s passing, and the event will include a special commemoration of her life and ministry. The Center for Nonviolence, founded in her memory, shares a mission with Arun Gandhi to eliminate violence in our world. For tickets, contact 716-362-9688 or email info [at] sisterkarencenter [dot] org. You may also purchase online at http://www.sisterkarencenter.org (scholarships are available).
Pray for Vocations ~ On this Good Shepherd Sunday, we celebrate the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life, especially for our diocese. May God raise up good shepherds in our midst. If God is calling you to a Church vocation, contact Fr. Andrew Lauricella at 716-847-5535. He invites you to visit www.buffalovocations.org and read the “Priest of the Month” stories.
Canisius College Community Day ~ Our parish family gives prayerful thanks for Canisius College Community Day volunteers who made our church the focus of their time and energies on Saturday, April 9. Anna Gleason, Sydney Adams, James Pokornowski, Gianna Remanelli, and Maxine Osetinsky — all members of the Canisius Pep Band — mopped our tile floors and washed pews while learning a little bit about the history and architecture of our Landmark edifice.
Canisius volunteers, l. to r.: Anna Gleason, Sydney Adams, James Pokornowski, Gianna Remanelli, and Maxine Osetinsky
Anointing of the Sick Healing Mass in honor of St. Peregrine, the patron saint of cancer sufferers, will take place on Monday, April 18, at 7 PM at Ss. Columba/Brigid Church, 75 Hickory Street. Father David A. Bellittiere and the Friends of St. Peregrine cordially invite those afflicted with cancer, in need special healing, or wishing to receive the Anointing of the Sick to attend. For more information, call 716-283-0011.
“Music and Memories,” A Service to Remember Those We Love, will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kenmore and again on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lackawanna. The service will feature songs that will inspire and uplift you as we remember those we have loved. Poems and pieces will be interspersed throughout the program along with the reading of your loved one’s name. Call by April 18 to have your loved one’s name listed in the program book. For the service at Mount Olivet, call 716-873-6500; for Holy Cross service, call 716-823-1197. This program is presented as part of the bereavement support programs of the Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo.
The Buffalo Brass Choir in concert at Blessed Trinity Friday, April 22 at 7:30 PM
News from our Parish Community
A Visit with Sr. Flavia ~ You are invited to visit with our former pastoral associate, Sister Flavia Dampf, at a special coffee hour following Sunday Mass on April 17. This will be a wonderful opportunity to reminisce with Sr. Flavia and share memories of the many ways in which she ministered to our parish family and the wider community. We thank Darvan and Vontrese Draper for hosting April’s coffee hour and Shammy Dunnigan for bringing Sister Flavia from her present home with the Sisters of St. Joseph in Clarence.
Canisius volunteers, l. to r.: Anna Gleason, Sydney Adams, James Pokornowski, Gianna Remanelli, and Maxine Osetinsky
Praise God with a blast of trumpet” ~ Our final concert in the 2015-16 Trinity Series is less than two weeks away. On Friday, April 22, at 7:30 PM, our own Nick DelBello will direct the Buffalo Brass Choir in a performance of “American Originals.” The program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble includes “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer, and a solo performance by Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. No tickets are necessary, but a free-will offering with a suggested $10 donation will be taken.
Canisius College Community Day ~ Our parish family gives prayerful thanks for Canisius College Community Day volunteers who made our church the focus of their time and energies on Saturday, April 9. Anna Gleason, Sydney Adams, James Pokornowski, Gianna Remanelli, and Maxine Osetinsky — all members of the Canisius Pep Band — mopped our tile floors and washed pews while learning a little bit about the history and architecture of our Landmark edifice.
The Parish Council will meet on Wednesday, April 20, at 7 PM in St. Charles Hall. Members who are unable to attend are reminded to notify the rectory.
Arun Gandhi to speak at Commemoration of Sister Karen Klimczak. Arun Gandhi, grandson of the great peacemaker Mahatma Gandhi, will speak on “Legacies of Nonviolence: from Gandhi to Sister Karen” at the annual fundraiser for the SSJ Sister Karen Klimczak Center for Nonviolence on Sunday, April 24 at 3 PM at Immaculata Academy, 5138 South Park Avenue, Hamburg. This year is the 10th anniversary of Sister Karen Klimczak’s passing, and the event will include a special commemoration of her life and ministry. The Center for Nonviolence, founded in her memory, shares a mission with Arun Gandhi to eliminate violence in our world. For tickets, contact 716-362-9688 or email info [at] sisterkarencenter [dot] org. You may also purchase online at http://www.sisterkarencenter.org (scholarships are available).
Anointing of the Sick Healing Mass in honor of St. Peregrine, the patron saint of cancer sufferers, will take place on Monday, April 18, at 7 PM at Ss. Columba/Brigid Church, 75 Hickory Street. Father David A. Bellittiere and the Friends of St. Peregrine cordially invite those afflicted with cancer, in need special healing, or wishing to receive the Anointing of the Sick to attend. For more information, call 716-283-0011.
“Music and Memories,” A Service to Remember Those We Love, will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kenmore and again on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lackawanna. The service will feature songs that will inspire and uplift you as we remember those we have loved. Poems and pieces will be interspersed throughout the program along with the reading of your loved one’s name. Call by April 18 to have your loved one’s name listed in the program book. For the service at Mount Olivet, call 716-873-6500; for Holy Cross service, call 716-823-1197. This program is presented as part of the bereavement support programs of the Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo.
You are the visible face of the invisible Father, of the God who manifests his power above all by forgiveness and mercy: let the Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified.
April 3 – April 10, 2016
Weekly Activities
Sunday, April 3 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in the loft
Sunday, April 3 following 10:00 a.m. Mass ~ Ladies Sodality Meeting in St. Charles Hall
Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Saturday, April 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall
Saturday, April 9 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Sunday, April 10 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in the loft
Mass Intentions
Sunday, April 3 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – August and Clara Marien (Requested by Ed Marien) and Carl, Evelyn & Carol Schmelzer (Requested by Mary and Bob Karlis)
Monday, April 4 ~ Annunciation of the Lord ~ Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, April 5 ~ St. Vincent Ferrer ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Parish (Blessed Trinity Parish)
Wednesday, April 6 ~ NO SERVICE SCHEDULED
Thursday, April 7 ~ St. John Baptist de la Salle ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Friday, April 8 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Saturday, April 9 ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Mary C. Nelson (Family)
Sunday, April 10 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – August and Clara Marien (Ed Marien) and Carl, Evelyn & Carol Schmelzer (Mary and Bob Karlis)
The Ladies Sodality will meet THIS Sunday, April 3, immediately following the 10 AM Mass. There will be a brief business meeting focusing on programs for May and June. All women of the parish are invited to attend.
The Buffalo Brass Choir in concert at Blessed Trinity Friday, April 22 at 7:30 PM
“Praise God with a blast of trumpet” ~ Our 2015-16 Trinity Concert Series concludes on a new day and time: Friday, April 22, at 7:30 PM. Directed by our own Nick DelBello, the Buffalo Brass Choir will perform “American Originals,” a program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble, including “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer, and a solo performance by Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. No tickets are necessary, but a free-will offering with a suggested $10 donation will be taken.
Parish Council Seeking Feedback ~ Our 2016 Lenten Program included three evenings of prayer, meditation and discussion centering on A Spirituality of Being Human by Dr. Hugh Brady and a fourth that ended in church with us Praying the Stations of Mercy with Pope Francis. Our Parish Council is requesting your help in evaluating the Wednesday evening offerings. In particular, they would like to know: How many did you attend? What was the primary reason you decided to participate? If not, what kept you from attending? Is there anything else you wish had been included? You can click HERE and respond on-line or talk with Sr. Peg Gallagher, Sr. Liz Savage, or Mickey Dick.
Keeping in Touch ~ In January, members of the Parish Council attempted to call all parishioners to inform them of the death of Deacon Jimmie. They used the phone numbers contained in our parish records. In the process, they discovered a high percentage of non-working numbers. Please think about the last time you updated your contact information with the parish. Have you abandoned your land line in favor of a cell phone? Moved and acquired a new number? Please use the form on the back of our bulletin to bring our information up to date, or send your new information to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com. Thank you.
The Heart and Soul of Catholic Health ~ Thousands of Catholic Health nurses, doctors, technicians and support staff consistently deliver on our mission to reveal the healing love of Jesus to those in need. They make a positive, meaningful and lasting impact on the community in which we live and work, not only by caring for you and your family, friends and neighbors, but by providing tens of millions of dollars in charity care and other services that benefit those who are poor and disadvantaged. Our associates are the heart and soul of Catholic Health, and for that we not only thank them, we support them as well. For more information on Catholic Health, or to share your own story of healing, visit www.chsbuffalo.org/littlevictories.
Are you or is someone you know an out of work job seeker? Facing the challenge of being unemployed and working through this tough economy is hard enough. You don’t have to go it alone. Contact the Office of Family Life Ministries for your free packet containing practical resources, prayers, scripture support, and programs designed to support you on your journey. Just call us at 716-847-2210 or email familylife [at] buffalodiocese [dot] org.
Conversation with St. Ignatius about his Spiritual Exercises presented by Fr. Peter Murray, SJ, D.Min. and Jan Sheridan, MA on Saturday, April 9, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Center for Spirituality, 4975 Strickler Road, Clarence. Fr. Peter and Ms. Sheridan will dramatize a portion of the book “Just Call Me Lopez” in order to elucidate invaluable Ignatian themes and values as expressed in the Spiritual Exercises. We will then discuss how these relate to our own spirituality. For reservations, call 716-759-6893, ext. 175.
St. Ann’s Annual German Mass will take place at historic St. Louis Church, 780 Main Street at Edward in downtown Buffalo, on Sunday, April 10 at 12:30 PM. Scripture readings are in English. All are welcome to join the celebration.
“Music and Memories,” A Service to Remember Those We Love, will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kenmore and again on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lackawanna. The service will feature songs that will inspire and uplift you as we remember those we have loved. Poems and pieces will be interspersed throughout the program along with the reading of your loved one’s name. Call by April 18 to have your loved one’s name listed in the program book. For the service at Mount Olivet, call 716-873-6500; for Holy Cross service, call 716-823-1197. This program is presented as part of the bereavement support programs of the Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo.
We are EASTER PEOPLE and “Alleluia” is our song. Let us sing “Alleluia” here and now in this life, so that we may sing it one day in the world to come when we are set free! St. Augustine
March 27 – April 3, 2016
Weekly Activities
Thursday, March 31 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Saturday, April 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall
Saturday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall*
Sunday, April 3 at 9:00 a.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in the loft
Sunday, April 3 following 10:00 a.m. Mass ~ Ladies Sodality Meeting in St. Charles Hall
Mass Intentions
Easter Sunday – March 27 10:00 a.m. – Easter Sunday Mass with Choir and Brass Intention: Blessed Trinity Parish Community
Monday, March 28 ~ NO SERVICE SCHEDULED
Tuesday, March 29 ~Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Wednesday, March 30 ~ NO SERVICE SCHEDULED
Thursday, March 31 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Friday, April 1 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Saturday, April 2 ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Mary C. Nelson (Family)
Sunday, April 3 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – August and Clara Marien (Ed Marien) and Carl, Evelyn & Carol Schmelzer (Mary and Bob Karlis)
The Ladies Sodality will meet on Sunday, April 3, immediately following the 10 AM Mass. There will be a brief business meeting focusing on programs for May and June. All women of the parish are invited to attend.
Trinity Concert Series ~ Our 2015-16 concert season concludes on Friday, April 22, with The Buffalo Brass Choir, performing “American Originals.“ Directed by our own Nick DelBello, the musicians present a program of all-American works originally composed for brass ensemble, including “Fanfaria” by local composer Rob Deemer and a solo performance by Timothy Smith, second trombone with the BPO. Please note that this is a Friday evening performance, beginning at 7:30 PM.
Blessed Trinity’s Altar of Repose before 2016 Holy Thursday services.
Seven Churches Visitation ~ Visita Iglesia, the ancient Roman Catholic custom of visiting seven churches on the evening of Holy Thursday, is alive and well in Buffalo. Ushers Jerry Gallisdorfer and Ed Marien estimated the number of visitors to Blessed Trinity at more than 200. Following the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, the Blessed Sacrament is reserved on an “altar of repose” in each church, and the faithful visit several churches (usually seven) to pray before the Blessed Sacrament.
Parish Council Seeking Feedback ~ Our 2016 Lenten Program included three evenings of prayer, meditation and discussion centering on A Spirituality of Being Human by Dr. Hugh Brady and a fourth that ended in church with us Praying the Stations of Mercy with Pope Francis. Our Parish Council is requesting your help in evaluating the Wednesday evening offerings. In particular, they would like to know: How many did you attend? What was the primary reason you decided to participate? If not, what kept you from attending? Is there anything else you wish had been included? You can click HERE and respond on-line or talk with Sr. Peg Gallagher, Sr. Liz Savage, or Mickey Dick.
Charities Appeal 2016 ~ 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 within” 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. If you have not already made your contribution to this annual appeal, our Parish Chairman, Bob Heicklen, will be happy to accept your donation or provide you with a pledge form. Parish societies are also reminded to support the appeal with a donation. Learn more about the many local programs funded by Catholic Charities at www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
Children in the Church ~ On March 10, we welcomed a group of 5th & 6th grade students from St. Joseph University School who are part of an ongoing program with Explore Buffalo and the Darwin Martin House that introduces students to “Buffalo’s incredible architecture, history, and culture.” After a presentation by Judy Casassa and Mickey Dick on the church’s design and unique architectural features, the students, teachers and parents enjoyed a scavenger hunt for “Children in the church,” as depicted in paintings, stained glass and terra cotta sculpture. Both Explore Buffalo and St. Joseph University School shared our photos on their Facebook pages, and here’s what Explore Buffalo had to say: “Thankyou for the wonderful tour of Blessed Trinity for the students from St. Joseph’s University School! The tour was just the perfect mix of information and interactive – they loved the scavenger hunt! Thanks again for a great tour!” For more photos, click HERE.
Keeping in Touch ~ In January, members of the Parish Council attempted to call all parishioners to inform them of the death of Deacon Jimmie. They used the phone numbers contained in our parish records. In the process, they discovered a high percentage of non-working numbers. Please think about the last time you updated your contact information with the parish. Have you abandoned your land line in favor of a cell phone? Moved and acquired a new number? Please use the form on the back of our bulletin to bring our information up to date, or send your new information to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com. Thank you.
Fifth and sixth-grade students from St. Joseph University School visited Blessed Trinity Church on March 10 to learn more about local architecture. They even brought along “Flat [Pope] Francis.”
Documentary: Building a Basilica ~ WKBW-TV will air Building a Basilica, the documentary about how Father Baker built Our Lady of Victory Basilica, on Easter Sunday, March 27, from 5:00 -6:00 PM.
Earth is the water planet. In light of Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si: Care of Our Common Home, in solidarity with the people of Flint, Michigan and all those who suffer with polluted water, the Franciscan Religious Communities of WNY invite you to pray, learn and enjoy the gift of our Sister Water. These events are co-sponsored by the Diocesan Care of Creation Committee: Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 PM at Penn Dixie, 4050 North Street, Blasdell, sponsored by Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph, Felician Sisters, and Sister of St Francis of the Neumann Communities; Saturday April 23 at 11:00 AM at Franchot Park by the Allegany River, sponsored by Franciscan Sisters of Allegany; Friday,April 29 at 10:00 AM at the Stella Niagara Preserve, Lower River Road, Town of Lewiston, sponsored by Sisters of St. Francis of Penance & Christian Charity, Stella Niagara (bad weather date of May 2). These events are ecumenical and open to all.
“Music and Memories,” A Service to Remember Those We Love, will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 PM at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kenmore and again on Saturday, April 30 at 1:00 PM at Holy Cross Cemetery in Lackawanna. The service will feature songs that will inspire and uplift you as we remember those we have loved. Poems and pieces will be interspersed throughout the program along with the reading of your loved one’s name. Call by April 18 to have your loved one’s name listed in the program book. For the service at Mount Olivet, call 716-873-6500; for Holy Cross service, call 716-823-1197. This program is presented as part of the bereavement support programs of the Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo.
Sunday, March 20 following Palm Sunday Service ~ Coffee Hour in St. Charles Hall
Monday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. ~ CCCB Lenten Penance Service at St. Martin dePorres, 555 Northampton Street
Tuesday, March 22 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in St. Charles Hall
Wednesday, March 23 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in St. Charles Hall
Thursday, March 24 following Holy Thursday Service ~ Supper of Friends in St. Charles Hall
There will be NO BINGO on Holy Thursday, March 24
Friday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m. ~ Decorating the Church for Easter
Saturday, March 26 ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry CLOSED
Saturday, March 26 following Easter Vigil Service ~ Pastor’s Reception in St. Charles Hall
There will be NO BINGO on Holy Saturday, March 26
Mass Intentions
Sunday, March 20 ~ Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Sara Dick and Elizabeth Dick (Requested by Family) and Bob Kinmartin (Requested by Amy Johnson)
Monday, March 21 ~ NO SERVICE SCHEDULED
Tuesday, March 22 ~Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Wednesday, March 23 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Thursday, March 24 ~ Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7:00 p.m. – The Poor, the Unemployed, the Unwanted
Friday, March 25 ~ Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion ~ Solemn Service at 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 26 ~ Easter Vigil ~ Easter EveMass at 7:00 p.m. – Living and Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Parish
Sunday, March 27 ~ Easter Sunday ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Blessed Trinity Parish Community
Readings for the Week of March 20
Sunday: Is 50:4-7; Ps 22:8-9, 17-20, 23-34; Phil 2:6-11; Lk 22:14–23:56 or 23:1-49
Monday: Is 42:1-7; Ps 27:1-3, 13-14; Jn 12:1-11
Tuesday: Is 49:1-6; Ps 71:1-6, 15, 17; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38
Wednesday: Is 50:4-9a; Ps 69:8-10, 21-22, 31, 33-34; Mt 26:14-25
Thursday: Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper – Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Ps 116:12-13, 15-18; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn 13:1-15
Friday: Is 52:13-53:12; Ps 31:2, 6, 12-13, 15-17, 25; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; Jn 18:1– 19:42
Saturday: Vigil – Gn 1:1-2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a; Gn 22:1-18 or 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15- 18; Ex 14:15-15:1; Is 54:5-14; Is 55:1-11; Bar 3:9-15, 32-4:4; Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23; Rom 6:3-11; Lk 24:1-12
Sunday, March 27: Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118; Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 or Lk 24:1-12
Fifth and sixth-grade students from St. Joseph University School visited Blessed Trinity Church on March 10 to learn more about local architecture. They even brought along “Flat [Pope] Francis.”
News from our Parish Community
Coffee Hour ~ There will be a coffee hour on Palm Sunday, March 20, following the 10 AM Mass. Thanks to Dan Korchowsky for offering to host our monthly gathering in St. Charles Hall.
Supper of Friends ~ This weekend, March 20/21, is the final opportunity to make reservations for the Supper of Friends following our Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper. There are RSVP Forms on the altar railing near the Baptismal part. SIGN UP TODAY!
Penance Service ~ This week’s Lenten Journey Mass will be replaced by a Penance Service on Monday evening, March 21, at St. Martin dePorres Church, 555 Northampton. Please join parishioners from the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo for the 6:30 service — your last opportunity for a communal penance service before Easter. Refreshments will be served following the service.
Parish Council Seeking Feedback ~ Our 2016 Lenten Program included three evenings of prayer, meditation and discussion centering on A Spirituality of Being Human by Dr. Hugh Brady and a fourth that ended in church with us Praying the Stations of Mercy with Pope Francis. Our Parish Council is requesting your help in evaluating the Wednesday evening offerings. In particular, they would like to know: How many did you attend? What was the primary reason you decided to participate? If not, what kept you from attending? Is there anything else you wish had been included? You can click HERE and respond on-line or talk with Sr. Peg Gallagher, Sr. Liz Savage, or Mickey Dick.
Charities Appeal 2016 ~ This is the second weekend of 2016 Appeal! It is a perfect time to give if you haven’t already done so. Our Parish Chairman, Bob Heicklen, will be happy to accept your donation or provide you with a pledge form. To all societies and other parish organizations – don’t forget to support Catholic Charities with your contribution as well. All day every day, whenever someone is in need, Catholic Charities is “finding good within,” helping to protect, strengthen and empower our neighbors across Western New York. Learn more about the many local programs funded by Catholic Charities at www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
Ladies Sodality ~ The Sodality’s next general meeting is Sunday, April 3, following the 10:00 a.m. Mass. All women of the parish are welcome.
Children in the Church ~ On March 10, we welcomed a group of 5th & 6th grade students from St. Joseph University School who are part of an ongoing program with Explore Buffalo and the Darwin Martin House that introduces students to “Buffalo’s incredible architecture, history, and culture.” After a presentation by Judy Casassa and Mickey Dick on the church’s design and unique architectural features, the students, teachers and parents enjoyed a scavenger hunt for “Children in the church,” as depicted in paintings, stained glass and terra cotta sculpture. Both Explore Buffalo and St. Joseph University School shared our photos on their Facebook pages, and here’s what Explore Buffalo had to say: “Thankyou for the wonderful tour of Blessed Trinity for the students from St. Joseph’s University School! The tour was just the perfect mix of information and interactive – they loved the scavenger hunt! Thanks again for a great tour!” For more photos, click HERE.
Keeping in Touch ~ In January, members of the Parish Council attempted to call all parishioners to inform them of the death of Deacon Jimmie. They used the phone numbers contained in our parish records. In the process, they discovered a high percentage of non-working numbers. Please think about the last time you updated your contact information with the parish. Have you abandoned your land line in favor of a cell phone? Moved and acquired a new number? Please use the form on the back of our bulletin to bring our information up to date, or send your new information to blessedtrinitychurch [at] gmail [dot] com. Thank you.
Documentary: Building a Basilica ~ WKBW-TV will air Building a Basilica, the documentary about how Father Baker built Our Lady of Victory Basilica, on Easter Sunday, March 27, from 5:00 -6:00 PM.
![Fifth and sixth-grade students from St. Joseph University School visited Blessed Trinity Church on March 10 to learn more about local architecture. They even brought along "Flat [Pope] Francis."](https://blessedtrinitybuffalo.org/files/2016/03/msd.St_.Joe_.students.20160310-300x225.jpg)
![Fifth and sixth-grade students from St. Joseph University School visited Blessed Trinity Church on March 10 to learn more about local architecture. They even brought along "Flat [Pope] Francis."](https://blessedtrinitybuffalo.org/files/2016/03/msd.St_.Joe_.students.20160310.jpg)
