Feb 10, 2015 | Upcoming Events
Not quite sure what a “Mass Mob” is? It is simply an invitation extended via social media “to support and experience some of Buffalo’s wonderful churches….” The idea sprang from the successful Buffalo Cash Mob, which was an attempt to support locally owned businesses by encouraging people to shop there on a given weekend.
As explained on its web site, www.buffalomassmob.wordpress.com: “Our city is known for its incredible architecture. Part of this architectural mix are the many churches located throughout Buffalo. These houses of worship helped shape and define the city as we know it. It is Buffalo Mass Mob’s hope to help create more awareness and appreciation for sacred sites in Western New York through the simple act of experiencing them in their intended purpose and encourage people to attend Mass more at Buffalo’s historic churches.”
The first Mass Mob took place at St. Adalbert Basilica in November 2013. Since then, the Mass Mob has visited seven city churches from South Buffalo to Black Rock. Blessed Trinity will be the site of Mass Mob IX on Sunday, March 22.
Still not sure you want to be involved? A spokesperson for Holy Angels Church on Buffalo’s West Side described Mass Mob VII as “a great experience from start to finish.” We’ll add more details about our plans for the day as they become available, but please plan to join us for worship on Sunday, March 22, at 10:00 a.m.
For those of you who attended Mass Mob VIII at St. Casimir, you will surely want to follow-up with Mass Mob IX. Like St. Casimir, the architect for Blessed Trinity was also Chester Oakley (along with Albert Schallmo) . Both buildings were under construction at the same time, St. Casimir being completed in 1926 and Blessed Trinity in 1928. The latter is considered the purest replication of 12th century Lombard-Romanesque architecture in the United States. To read more about the outstanding architectural features of our Landmark edifice, Click HERE.
Feb 10, 2015 | News & Photos, Upcoming Events
A t-shirt created by Buffalo Mass Mob for Blessed Trinity, with proceeds going to our parish.
Buffalo Mass Mob has created a keepsake t-shirt for Blessed Trinity’s March 22nd Mass Mob IX. This is a “limited edition,” available online and only through February 28, with all proceeds from the sale going to the parish. If you are interested in purchasing a souvenir t-shirt for $20, Click HERE.
Feb 10, 2015 | Upcoming Events
THE TRINITY SERIES CONTINUES …
March 29th concert to be preceded by guided tours
The Camerata di Sant’ Antonio in concert at Blessed Trinity.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
The Camerata di Sant’ Antonio Chamber Orchestra …
“celebrating community through music.”
Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 3:00 p.m.
On Sunday, March 29, 2015, the Camerata di Sant’ Antonio will perform at Blessed Trinity Church as part of the church’s Trinity Concert Series of “beautiful music in a beautiful space.” Under the direction of Christopher Weber, the professional music ensemble will present Mozart Noir, celebrating the music of gifted Black Composers.
Founded in 2002, the Camerata seeks to present concerts that preserve and celebrate the cultural heritage of our community, featuring premier works in every performance. Selections will include the U.S. premier of the Haitian Dance Suite by Samuel Coleridge Taylor (aka the “Black Mahler”), and works of the Chevalier de Saint George (known as the “Mozart noir”), whose music inspired the young Wolfgang Amadeus and made music history.
Blessed Trinity, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is considered to be the purest replication of twelfth-century Lombard-Romanesque architecture in the United States. The building has also gained international recognition for its “splendid acoustic,” making it an ideal setting in which to experience the music of the Camerata.
Church docents will provide pre-concert tours of the Buffalo Landmark and its “beautiful space” from 2:15 – 2:45 p.m. There will also be a reception in the parish hall following the concert, courtesy of the Amberleigh Retirement Community at Williamsville.
Tickets for the concert are $17 in advance (716-856-3626) or at the door. Funding from the City of Buffalo will provide free admission for students under the age of 15 when accompanied by an adult or high school students with valid school identification.
Blessed Trinity is located at 317 Leroy Avenue (between Fillmore and Grider) and is wheelchair accessible with secured off-street parking.
Feb 10, 2015 | Upcoming Events
2014-15 Trinity Series Concludes with
the Buffalo Brass Choir
Sunday, May 24 at 3:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Brass Choir in Concert at Blessed Trinity
On Sunday, May 24, Reflections on a Dance brings the concert season to a close as the Buffalo Brass Choir, under the direction of Nick DelBello, performs music inspired by the dance. Their repertoire will include Brahms’ Hungarian Dances, Ginastera’s Dances from Estancia and David Sampson’s imaginative Reflections on a Dance.
Feb 9, 2015 | This Week
Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, February 11.
The painting on the wall behind the Altar of the Blessed Virgin to the left of the Sanctuary at Blessed Trinity is of the Virgin Mary “seen fulfilling the prophecy of Genesis (3:15), with the serpent under her feet.” The figure to the left of Mary is “St. Bernadette Soubirous (1844-1879), to whom Our Lady appeared at Lourdes, France in 1858…. The message of Lourdes was really an invitation to trust in the power of prayer regardless of how desperate the situation is, to have great concern for the sick, and to sincerely trust in the concern of Mary for the followers of her son.”
(Rev. Walter Kern’s Guidebook to Blessed Trinity Roman Catholic Church, p. 44).
February 8 – February 15, 2015
Weekly Activities
Tuesday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. ~ Choir rehearsal in St. Charles Hall.
Wednesday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. ~ Parish Council Meeting in St. Charles Hall.
Thursday, February 12 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, February 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, February 14 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo cancelled due to extreme weather conditions.
Sunday, February 15 ~ Due to the extreme weather conditions expected on Sunday, Feb. 15, the Sodality’s coffee hour and raffle have been postponed until NEXT Sunday, February 22. Both will take place in St. Charles Hall, following the 10:00 a.m. Mass.
We now have a Bingo camera with TV monitors and electronic verification!
To check the Red, White & Blue and progressive Share-the-Wealth carry over amounts
and progressive numbers for this week, click HERE and visit our Facebook page.
Mass Intentions
Sunday, February 8 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Frederick Reger (Requested by Pauline Rollek)
Monday, February 9 ~ Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, February 10 ~ St. Scholastica ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anthony and Teresa Hafner (Estate)
Wednesday, February 11 ~ Our Lady of Lourdes ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Thursday, February 12 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. Mass – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Friday, February 13 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Saturday, February 14 ~ Ss. Cyril & Methodius ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Rita E. Curtin (Family)
Sunday, February 15 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Mary Hilliker (Angela Jost)
Basket of Cheer Raffle
Sunday, February 22 at Coffee Hour
News from our Parish Community
The Parish Council will meet this Wednesday, February 11, at 7:00 p.m. in St. Charles Hall.
Mardi Gras Raffle ~ Due to the extreme weather conditions expected on Sunday, Feb. 15, the Sodality’s coffee hour and raffle have been postponed until NEXT Sunday, February 22. Winning tickets for the first prize Basket of Cheer and second prize gift cards for Wegman’s and Dash’s Markets will be drawn at the Sodality’s coffee hour following the 10 a.m. Mass on February 22. Additional chances are available at the rectory, on the table near the ushers’ pew, or at coffee hour prior to the drawing. Please do not deposit raffle returns in the collection on the day of the raffle, but bring them to St. Charles Hall or ask someone who is attending coffee hour to do it for you. This is the Sodality’s only scheduled 2015 fundraiser, so please support their efforts. The parish — and maybe you — will be the winner. Tickets are only $1 each or six for $5.
A t-shirt created by Buffalo Mass Mob for Blessed Trinity, with proceeds going to our parish.
Buffalo Mass Mob Comes to Blessed Trinity ~ We are happy to announce that we have been chosen as the site for Buffalo Mass Mob IX on Sunday, March 22. The group has even created a souvenir t-shirt to commemorate its visit to our Landmark church, with proceeds benefiting our parish. To purchase a shirt — they are $20 — click HERE. If you’re not quite sure what a “Mass Mob” is, view our “Upcoming Events” post. Additional details about what to expect on March 22 and how you can help will be provided as they become available.
Prayer Partner Information ~ If you signed-up for the annual Lenten Prayer Partner program, you should be receiving the name of a parishioner from one of the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo (CCCB) or St. Michael’s, and asked to pray for that person and their intentions during Lent. In return, that person will be praying for you. Why do we do this? It’s rather simple. Jesus told us that “if two or more agree on earth about anything for which they pray, it shall be granted to them by my Father.” (Mt. 18:19,20). This helps us see the importance of praying with and for one another. If you neglected to sign up but still wish to participate, call Sister Maureen Harris at 897-9948, ext. 114 or 892-2471 and ask to be added as a prayer partner. Once you receive the name of your partner, you can include them in a daily prayer of remembrance, at Mass, or during your own individual time of prayer. If they give their phone number, you can make a personal contact to introduce yourself and exchange intentions, but this is not required.
Sodality Dues Reminder ~ Membership in the Ladies Sodality runs with the calendar year. Please remember to pay your dues by February 22 so that our membership chair may update the roster and email group/telephone tree. To learn more about our women’s group, Click HERE.
Scholarship Money Available for Catholic School Education ~ The BISON Children’s Scholarship Fund, a privately funded tuition assistance program for children in grades K-8, has scholarships available for the 2015-16 school year. Financially eligible families can fill out an eligibility form on the BISON website. The eligibility form deadline is February 28. With a maximum award of $1,500.00, this is a great opportunity for families who desire a Catholic education for their children but may be unable to afford it. For more information, visit http://www.bisonfund.com or call 1-888-216-8380.
Pope Francis’ World Day of Peace message on January 1 was entitled “No Longer Slaves, But Brothers and Sisters,” which reminds all followers of Jesus that human trafficking is a crime against humanity and that we, who are brothers and sisters to all, need to care for our brothers and sisters who are kept in slavery throughout our world. To learn more about the Catholic Church’s response to this issue, go to www.usccb.org/anti-trafficking. The Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace and the International Union of Superiors General has designated February 8 as the international day of prayer and awareness against human trafficking. “That the dignity of all of God’s children will be protected, we pray to the Lord.”
Catholic Charities 2015 Goal ~ Find Good Within. Share God’s Goodness. Last year, through the generous support of donors throughout Western New York, Catholic Charities was able to positively impact the lives of children, families and seniors in our community with basic needs like food, clothing and shelter, to mental health counseling and educational services. Bishop Richard Malone has announced our goal of $10.9 million and patron saint of the 2015 Appeal. St. Francis of Assisi was a man of action whose simplicity of life extended to ideas and deeds. When you support the Appeal, you are “finding good within” and offering comfort and relief to people in need. Find out more at our newly redesigned website, http://www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
News from our Vicariate Cluster and the Wider Community
Free Tax Help ~ VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), a program of the University at Buffalo’s Beta Alpha Psi Accounting and Finance students is offering FREE TAX HELP for those with annual incomes under $ 53,000 on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Black Rock School (OLBR), 16 Peter Street, behind Assumption Church. (VITA will stop accepting clients at 6:00 p.m.) Call OLBR at 873-7497 or visit www.OLBRSchool.com. For married couples filing jointly, both spouses must be present. For VITA you must bring the following:
- All W-2 and 1099 forms;
- Information about other incomes;
- Information for all deductions/credits;
- A copy of last year’s tax return;
- Proof of bank account for direct deposit of refund (check or bank account/routing number);
- Social Security cards for you AND your dependents;
- Proof of identification for you and your spouse (State license or passport);
- Total paid to daycare provider and provider’s tax ID number;
- Birth dates for you, spouse and/or dependents on the return;
- Proof of foreign status if applying for ITV;
- Forms 1095-A, B, or C (Affordable Health Care Statements).
Respite for Women Caregivers ~ If you are a woman providing care for an adult and would like a few hours to restore yourself in a quiet setting, we invite you to join the Women’s Respite Program on March 7. The $25 fee includes lunch; scholarships are available. This will take place on the campus of Stella Niagara, 4421 Lower River Road, Stella Niagara, NY 14144. Meet others who are caregivers, learn stress-reduction techniques, and enjoy a good meal with good conversation. For information or to make a reservation, call (716) 893-0931.
Feb 1, 2015 | This Week
Depiction of the Blessed Trinity in our church’s baldachino.
Photo credit: Gary Kelley
February 1 – February 8, 2015
Weekly Activities
Tuesday, February 3 ~ The Choir is taking a winter break. Rehearsals resume next Tuesday, February 10.
Thursday, February 5 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, February 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, February 7 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
We now have a Bingo camera with TV monitors and electronic verification!
To check the Red, White & Blue and progressive Share-the-Wealth carry over amounts
and progressive numbers for this week, click HERE and visit our Facebook page.
Mass Intentions
Sunday, February 1 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Dennis Long (Requested by Mary and Bob Karlis)
Monday, February 2 ~ The Presentation of the Lord – Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, February 3 ~ St. Blaise; St. Ansgar ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Anna Snyder (Estate)
Wednesday, February 4 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Winifred Enright (Estate)
Thursday, February 5 ~ St. Agatha ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. Mass – Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Church (Blessed Trinity Parish)
Friday, February 6 ~ St. Paul Miki & Companions ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anthony and Teresa Hafner (Estate)
Saturday, February 7 ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Sunday, February 8 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Frederick Reger (Pauline Rollek)
Basket of Cheer Raffle
Sunday, February 15 at Coffee Hour
News from our Parish Community
Mardi Gras Raffle ~ Only two weekends remain before the February 15 Basket of Cheer Raffle, so please remember to make your ticket returns. The first prize Basket of Cheer, courtesy of Bill Warren and Hertel Parker Liquor, is valued at approximately $200. There are two second prizes: $50 gift cards for Wegman’s and Dash’s. Tickets for the raffle are $1 each or 6 for $5. Additional tickets are available at the rectory or on the table near the ushers’ pew. Please plan to join the Sodality at their Mardi Gras Coffee Hour after Sunday Mass on Feb. 15 and be there to collect your prize!
Buffalo Mass Mob Comes to Blessed Trinity ~ We are happy to announce that we have been chosen as the site for Buffalo Mass Mob IX on Sunday, March 22. Watch our “This Week” and “Upcoming Events” posts for details as they become available.
Prayer Partner Information ~ We are about to begin sign-up for the annual Lenten Prayer Partner program. If you haven’t experienced this yet, we hope you will try this year. During the Lenten season, you will be given the name of a parishioner from one of the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo (CCCB) or St. Michael’s, and asked to pray for that person and their intentions during Lent. In return, that person will be praying for you. Why do we do this? It’s rather simple. Jesus told us that “if two or more agree on earth about anything for which they pray, it shall be granted to them by my Father.” (Mt. 18:19,20). This helps us see the importance of praying with and for one another. How can you participate? Look for sign-up sheets at church on the weekends of February 1 or February 8. If you can’t worship with us on either of those weekends, call the rectory office (833-0301) and ask to be added as a prayer partner. Once you receive the name of your partner, you can include them in a daily prayer of remembrance, at Mass, or during your own individual time of prayer. If they give their phone number, you can make a personal contact to introduce yourself and exchange intentions, but this is not required. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sr. Maureen Harris at 897-9948, ext. 114 or 892-2471.
Trenton Scott and Brian Le, recipients of 2014 MLK Scholarships, prepare to present the gifts at the MLK Mass at Blessed Trinity on January 18, 2015.
Photo Credit: Margaret Dick
The African American Commission of the Office of Cultural Diversity of the Diocese would like to extend a thank you to Blessed Trinity Church members for hosting the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Mass. A special thank you to Mrs. Jessie Wells and her “crew” for coordinating the reception, all who gave offerings in the collection and donated theme baskets to raise funds for MLK scholarships, for Nick DelBello and the choir for making the liturgy so special, and clergy who celebrated with us. The African American Commission was able to raise $1,870 for scholarships. To view photos from the Mass, please visit Blessed Trinity’s Facebook page by clicking HERE.
Sodality Dues Reminder ~ Membership in the Ladies Sodality runs with the calendar year. Please remember to pay your dues by February 22 so that our membership chair may update the roster and email group/telephone tree. To learn more about our women’s group, Click HERE.
Thank you for your generous support of the Catholic Relief Services Collection. Through your generosity families will be reunited, valuable skills will be taught to those seeking a better life, and vital humanitarian needs will be met. Please visit www.usccb.org (search “Catholic Relief Services Collection”) to learn how your donations make a difference and help Jesus in disguise.
Special Collection on February 7/8 for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. This collection supports Catholic organizations that provide affordable shelter and train seminarians in a region that still struggles from the effects of Soviet rule. By providing pastoral care, catechesis, and funding for building renovations, your donations help to restore the Church and build the future in the region. Please give generously to the collection on that weekend. Visit www.usccb.org (search “Church in Central and Eastern Europe”) to learn more.
Catholic Charities 2015 Goal ~ Find Good Within. Share God’s Goodness. Last year, through the generous support of donors throughout Western New York, Catholic Charities was able to positively impact the lives of children, families and seniors in our community with basic needs like food, clothing and shelter, to mental health counseling and educational services. Bishop Richard Malone has announced our goal of $10.9 million and patron saint of the 2015 Appeal. St. Francis of Assisi was a man of action whose simplicity of life extended to ideas and deeds. When you support the Appeal, you are “finding good within” and offering comfort and relief to people in need. Find out more at our newly redesigned website, http://www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
2015 Calendars ~ The new Blessed Trinity Calendars were distributed last weekend. There are extra copies in the ushers’ pew in the middle of church. Please feel free to take copies for family members, etc. Thanks again to Bud and Mickey Dick, Vandercher & Dick Funeral Home, for providing these beautiful calendars for our use.
News from our Vicariate Cluster and the Wider Community
Free Tax Help ~ VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), a program of the University at Buffalo’s Beta Alpha Psi Accounting and Finance students is offering FREE TAX HELP for those with annual incomes under $ 53,000 on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 from 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Black Rock School (OLBR), 16 Peter Street, behind Assumption Church. (VITA will stop accepting clients at 6:00 p.m.) Call OLBR at 873-7497 or visit www.OLBRSchool.com. For married couples filing jointly, both spouses must be present. For VITA you must bring the following:
- All W-2 and 1099 forms;
- Information about other incomes;
- Information for all deductions/credits;
- A copy of last year’s tax return;
- Proof of bank account for direct deposit of refund (check or bank account/routing number);
- Social Security cards for you AND your dependents;
- Proof of identification for you and your spouse (State license or passport);
- Total paid to daycare provider and provider’s tax ID number;
- Birth dates for you, spouse and/or dependents on the return;
- Proof of foreign status if applying for ITV;
- Forms 1095-A, B, or C (Affordable Health Care Statements).
Respite for Women Caregivers ~ If you are a woman providing care for an adult and would like a few hours to restore yourself in a quiet setting, we invite you to join the Women’s Respite Program on March 7. The $25 fee includes lunch; scholarships are available. This will take place on the campus of Stella Niagara, 4421 Lower River Road, Stella Niagara, NY 14144. Meet others who are caregivers, learn stress-reduction techniques, and enjoy a good meal with good conversation. For information or to make a reservation, call (716) 893-0931.
Jan 25, 2015 | This Week
January 25 – February 1, 2015
Weekly Activities
Tuesday, January 27 ~ The Choir is taking a winter break. Rehearsals resume February 10.
Thursday, January 29 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, January 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, January 31 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
We now have a Bingo camera with TV monitors and electronic verification!
To check the Red, White & Blue and progressive Share-the-Wealth carry over amounts
and progressive numbers for this week, click HERE and visit our Facebook page.
Mass Intentions
Sunday, January 25 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Bridget Blesnuk (Requested by Dorothy Prystawski)
Monday, January 26 ~ St. Timothy & St. Titus – Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, January 27 ~ St. Angela Merici ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Church (Blessed Trinity Parish)
Wednesday, January 28 ~ St. Thomas Aquinas ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Anna Snyder (Estate)
Thursday, January 29 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. Mass – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Friday, January 30 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anthony and Teresa Hafner (Estate)
Saturday, January 31 ~ St. John Bosco ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Sunday, February 1 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Dennis Long (Mary and Bob Karlis)
Basket of Cheer Raffle
Sunday, February 15 at Coffee Hour
News from our Parish Community
Buffalo Mass Mob Comes to Blessed Trinity ~ We are happy to announce that we have been chosen as the site for Buffalo Mass Mob IX on Sunday, March 22. Watch our “This Week” and “Upcoming Events” posts for details as they become available.
Prayer Partner Information ~ We are about to begin sign-up for the annual Lenten Prayer Partner program. If you haven’t experienced this yet, we hope you will try this year. During the Lenten season, you will be given the name of a parishioner from one of the Catholic Churches of Central Buffalo (CCCB) or St. Michael’s, and asked to pray for that person and their intentions during Lent. In return, that person will be praying for you. Why do we do this? It’s rather simple. Jesus told us that “if two or more agree on earth about anything for which they pray, it shall be granted to them by my Father.” (Mt. 18:19,20). This helps us see the importance of praying with and for one another. How can you participate? Look for sign-up sheets at church on the weekends of February 1 or February 8. If you can’t worship with us on either of those weekends, call the rectory office (833-0301) and ask to be added as a prayer partner. Once you receive the name of your partner, you can include them in a daily prayer of remembrance, at Mass, or during your own individual time of prayer. If they give their phone number, you can make a personal contact to introduce yourself and exchange intentions, but this is not required. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Sr. Maureen Harris at 897-9948, ext. 114 or 892-2471.
Mardi Gras Raffle Only 3 Weeks Away ~ By now you should have received tickets in the mail for the Ladies Sodality’s February 15th Basket of Cheer Raffle. If you have not – or need more – tickets are available at the rectory or after weekend Masses (on the table near the ushers’ pew). In addition to the Basket of Cheer valued at $200 courtesy of Bill Warren and Hertel Parker Liquor, there are second prize gift cards for Wegman’s and Dash’s, each worth $50. Chances for the raffle are only $1 each or six for $5. This is the Sodality’s only scheduled fundraiser for the parish, so please support their efforts and plan to attend the drawing at a Mardi Gras-themed Coffee Hour following Mass on Sunday, February 15.
Catholic Relief Services Collection ~ “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” (Mt 25:40). Today, we are reminded that Jesus identified himself with our poorest brothers and sisters. The Catholic Relief Services Collection serves Jesus in the victims of human trafficking, in those who suffer from unjust laws, and in those who need pastoral care and humanitarian assistance across the globe. Your support of the January 24/25 collection helps Jesus in disguise. Please be generous.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration ~ On Sunday, January 18 at 10:30 a. m. Blessed Trinity hosted the Diocesan Mass honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. “Rebuilding the Bridge: Answering God’s Call” was the theme of the celebration with Principal Celebrant Bishop Richard Malone and Guest Homilist Rev. Brother Henry Fulmer, OFM, from St. Joseph Church in the Diocese of Charleston, SC. Proceeds of an offertory collection at the Mass will be used to fund the Martin Luther King Scholarship Fund, as will those from a basket raffle at the reception that followed. Thanks to everyone who made Blessed Trinity a welcoming place for our visitors. To view photos from the Mass, please visit our Facebook page by clicking HERE.
Catholic Charities 2015 Goal ~ Find Good Within. Share God’s Goodness. Last year, through the generous support of donors throughout Western New York, Catholic Charities was able to positively impact the lives of children, families and seniors in our community with basic needs like food, clothing and shelter, to mental health counseling and educational services. Bishop Richard Malone has announced our goal of $10.9 million and patron saint of the 2015 Appeal. St. Francis of Assisi was a man of action whose simplicity of life extended to ideas and deeds. When you support the Appeal, you are “finding good within” and offering comfort and relief to people in need. Find out more at our newly redesigned website, http://www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
2015 Calendars ~ The new Blessed Trinity Calendars were distributed last weekend. There are extra copies in the ushers’ pew in the middle of church. Please feel free to take copies for family members, etc. Thanks again to Bud and Mickey Dick, Vandercher & Dick Funeral Home, for providing these beautiful calendars for our use.
Think Spring!
News from our Vicariate Cluster and the Wider Community
New Pantry Opens January 9 to serve the community ~ Towne Square Food Pantry, 2710 North Forest Road, Getzville officially opened January 9 to serve individuals residing in zip codes 14068 and 14221 who are having trouble meeting their food needs. Hour of operations are Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Closed for lunch from noon – 12:30 p.m. The new pantry is a joint effort of Catholic Charities and Temple Beth Zion. For more information, call 716-218-1450 ext. 2005.
Jan 23, 2015 | Upcoming Events
It’s a great time for Blessed Trinity! Immediately following the inspirational diocesan-wide celebration of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Blessed Trinity on January 18th, we learned that we have been chosen as the site for Buffalo Mass Mob IX!! Watch this space for more fun details as they become available, and plan to join us for worship on March 22nd.
For those of you who attended Mass Mob VIII at St. Casimir, you will surely want to follow-up with Mass Mob IX. Like St. Casimir, the architect for Blessed Trinity was also Chester Oakley (along with Albert Schallmo) . Both buildings were under construction at the same time, St. Casimir being completed in 1926 and Blessed Trinity in 1928. The latter is considered the purest replication of 12th century Lombard-Romanesque architecture in the United States. To read more about the outstanding architectural features of our Landmark ediface, Click HERE.
Jan 23, 2015 | Upcoming Events
THE TRINITY SERIES CONTINUES …
March 29th concert to be preceded by guided tours
The Camerata di Sant’ Antonio in concert at Blessed Trinity.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
The Camerata di Sant’ Antonio Chamber Orchestra …
“celebrating community through music.”
Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 3:00 p.m.
The Camerata di Sant’ Antonio, under the direction of Christopher Weber, presents Mozart Noir celebrating the music of gifted Black Composers. Selections will include the U.S. premier of the Haitian Dance Suite by Samuel Coleridge Taylor (aka the “Black Mahler”), and works of the Chevalier de Saint George (known as the “Mozart noir”), whose music inspired the young Wolfgang Amadeus and made music history.
From 2:15-2:45 p.m., church docents will provide concert-goers with tours of this Buffalo Landmark, considered to be the purest replication of Lombard-Romanesque Architecture in the United States. There will also be a post-concert reception in the parish hall, courtesy of the Amberleigh Retirement Community at Williamsville.
Tickets for the concert are $17 for adults and available at the door. Admission is free to children 14 and under when accompanied by an adult or high school students with valid school identification.
On the National Register of Historic Places, Blessed Trinity Church is located at 317 Leroy Avenue (between Fillmore and Grider) in Buffalo. It is wheelchair accessible with secure off-street parking.
Jan 19, 2015 | This Week
Annual Diocesan Mass honoring Dr. Martin Luther King at Blessed Trinity.
Photo credit: Margaret Dick
January 18 – January 25, 2015
Weekly Activities
Sunday, January 18 following 10:30 a.m. Diocesan Mass ~ Reception in St. Charles Hall.
Tuesday, January 20 ~ The Choir is on a much deserved winter break. Rehearsals resume February 10.
Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m. ~ Parish Council Meeting in St. Charles Hall.
Thursday, January 22 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, January 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon ~ Helping Hands Food Pantry in St. Charles Hall.
Saturday, January 24 at 8:00 p.m. ~ Bingo will be played in St. Charles Hall.
We now have a Bingo camera with TV monitors and electronic verification! To check the Red, White & Blue
and progressive Share-the-Wealth carry over amounts and progressive numbers for this week,
click HERE and visit our Facebook page.
Combined choirs of Blessed Trinity and Our Lady of Pompeii in concert at Our Lady of Pompeii, January 16, 2015.
Photo credit: Bud Dick
Mass Intentions
Sunday, January 18 ~ Mass at 10:30 a.m. – Diocesan Mass Celebration – Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, January 19 ~ Communion Service at 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, January 20 ~ St. Fabian, St. Sebastian ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Deceased Members of Blessed Trinity Church (Blessed Trinity Parish)
Wednesday, January 21 ~ St. Agnes ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. ~ Anthony and Teresa Hafner (Estate)
Thursday, January 22 ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. Mass – Catherine M. Maher (Estate)
Friday, January 23 ~ St. Vincent, St. Marianne Cope ~ Mass at 11:00 a.m. – Anna Snyder (Estate)
Saturday, January 24 ~ St. Francis de Sales ~ Vigil Mass at 4:30 p.m. – Winifred Enright (Estate)
Sunday, January 25 ~ Mass at 10:00 a.m. – Bridget Blesnuk (Dorothy Prystawski)
News from our Parish Community
Buffalo Mass Mob Comes to Blessed Trinity ~ We are happy to announce that we have been chosen as the site for Buffalo Mass Mob IX on Sunday, March 22. Watch our “This Week” and “Upcoming Events” posts for details as they become available.
Mardi Gras Raffle ~ By now you should have received tickets in the mail for the Ladies Sodality’s February 15, 2015 Basket of Cheer Raffle. If you have not – or need more – tickets are available at the rectory or after weekend Masses (on the table near the ushers’ pew). In addition to the Basket of Cheer valued at $200 courtesy of Bill Warren and Hertel Parker Liquor, there are second prize gift cards for Wegman’s and Dash’s, each worth $50. Chances for the raffle are only $1 each or six for $5. This is the Sodality’s only scheduled fundraiser for the parish, so please support their efforts and plan to attend the drawing at a Mardi Gras-themed Coffee Hour following Mass on Sunday, February 15.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration ~ On Sunday, January 18 at 10:30 a. m. Blessed Trinity hosted the Diocesan Mass honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. “Rebuilding the Bridge: Answering God’s Call” was the theme of the celebration with Principal Celebrant Bishop Richard Malone and Guest Homilist Rev. Brother Henry Fulmer, OFM, from St. Joseph Church in the Diocese of Charleston, SC. Proceeds of an offertory collection at the Mass will be used to fund the Martin Luther King Scholarship Fund, as will those from a basket raffle at the reception that followed. To view photos from the Mass, please visit our Facebook page by clicking HERE.
MLK Day of Service ~ Monday, January 19, is the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, and three sites are looking for volunteers to help with specific projects. There is a sign-up sheet on the altar rail near the baptismal font. Ss. Columba-Brigid, 418 N. Division Street, is looking for volunteers beginning at 9:30 a.m. to help clean the building where they host homeless families in the Family Promise program. St. Lawrence, 1520 E. Delavan, is seeking help to organize their food pantry “Larry’s Closet.” Their start time is 9:15 a.m. The third site is the St. Gianna Molla Pregnancy Outreach Center, 76 Church Street, where volunteers will begin cleaning and organizing at 9:00 a.m.
A Repeat Performance of Christmas Re-Gifted, a choral concert featuring the combined choirs of Blessed Trinity and Our Lady of Pompeii Churches took place on Friday, January 16, at Our Lady of Pompeii Church in Lancaster. Directed and accompanied by Nick DelBello and Peter Gonciarz, the choirs performed favorites from their Christmas repertoires before more than 60 people.
Catholic Charities 2015 Goal ~ Find Good Within. Share God’s Goodness. Last year, through the generous support of donors throughout Western New York, Catholic Charities was able to positively impact the lives of children, families and seniors in our community with basic needs like food, clothing and shelter, to mental health counseling and educational services. Bishop Richard Malone has announced our goal of $10.9 million and patron saint of the 2015 Appeal. St. Francis of Assisi was a man of action whose simplicity of life extended to ideas and deeds. When you support the Appeal, you are “finding good within” and offering comfort and relief to people in need. Find out more at our newly redesigned website, http://www.ccwny.org or call 716-218-1400.
2015 Calendars ~ The new Blessed Trinity Calendars were distributed last weekend. There are extra copies in the ushers’ pew in the middle of church. Please feel free to take copies for family members, etc. Thanks again to Bud and Mickey Dick, Vandercher & Dick Funeral Home, for providing these beautiful calendars for our use.
Have a little time and love to spare? Catholic Charities administers the Foster Grandparent Program in Erie County and is calling out to income eligible individuals over 55 to share their experience, skills and talents, and change young lives. At schools and child care centers, foster grandparents receive a modest stipend and provide a consistent model for children who welcome a loving hand. For more information, contact Susan e-mail: susan [dot] seawood [at] ccwny [dot] org or Erin e-mail: erin [dot] pustulka [at] ccwny [dot] org or call (716) 896-6388.
Detail from ceramic tile floor of Blessed Trinity Church: In addition to the 556 tiles depicting 24 different kinds of crosses, tiles pictured here feature an elephant (a symbol of Christ and the first man and woman), the Polish Falcon (love of one’s county); and a fish (another symbol of Christ or the month of February).
News from our Vicariate Cluster and the Wider Community
New Pantry Opens January 9 to serve the community ~ Towne Square Food Pantry, 2710 North Forest Road, Getzville opens January 9 to serve individuals residing in zip codes 14068 and 14221 who are having trouble meeting their food needs. Hour of operations are Tuesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Closed for lunch from noon – 12:30 p.m. The new pantry is a joint effort of Catholic Charities and Temple Beth Zion. For more information, call 716-218-1450 ext. 2005.
