Fifth Sunday of Lent—April 3, 2022
St. Vincent de Paul Parish is a welcoming, caring Catholic family guided by the Holy Spirit. We are nourished by Word, Sacrament and each other.
Our members strive to be faithful stewards of the gifts God has entrusted to us.
We proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ by supporting the lifelong spiritual growth of our parish family and by reaching
out to serve the needy in the spirit of our patron saint”.
St. Vincent Paul
PRINCE OF PEACE WORSHIP SITE 1055 N. Military Rd. • NF NY
ST. LEO WORSHIP SITE 2748 Military Rd. • NF NY PASTOR
Very Reverend Robert S. Hughson, VF Parochial Vicar...Reverend Mario Racho Deacon David Augustyniak
Deacon Christopher Privitera
RCIA/BAPTISM
Call the Rectory ….…..……...283-2715 x 200 Director of Music Ministry
Jeffrey Jeckovich ... 283-3618 Maintenance:
St. Leo Site: Mark Chudy: 297-5010 Prince of Peace Site: Bill Kline 283-1455x 206 Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Emergency Food/Assistance…………...957-7146 Bingo—Every Saturday (Begins 7:00pm)…297-5010 x203
RECTORY OFFICE: 1040 CAYUGA DRIVE, NF NY 14304 (716) 283-2715 (Mon-Thurs. 9am-3pm)
Parish Website: www.svdparish.org
Facebook: St. Vincent de Paul Parish— Niagara Falls
Faith Formation Office/Ministry Center Office 2748 Military Road • 297-5010 • Fax: 297-4648 Director of Faith Formation
Sr. Joanne Suranni, CSSF ... x 202 Faith Formation Office Manager
Belinda Pappal ... x 200
Catholic Academy of Niagara Falls
Regional Catholic School • 1055 Military Road 283-1455 (Pre-K3 & 4 to 8th Grade)
School Web Site: Catholicacademyofniagarafalls.com
MASS TIMES CONFESSIONS DEVOTIONS
Daily (M-F) 8:30am (P-Church) & 12:15pm (Chapel) Sat: 3:15pm (L) First Friday-Eucharistic Adoration Saturday 4pm(L) & 5:30(P) & 4:45pm (P) 9am-12 Noon (P-Church)
Sunday 9am(L) & 11:30am(P) or anytime upon request
1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30am (P-Church) HOLY DAYS: 8:30am, 12:15pm, 6pm Parish Office Manager —(Bulletin/Hall Rental)
Caroline Privitera ... 283-2715 x 200 (cpriviterasvdp@gmail.com) Fax: 283-5635 Bookkeeper: Maxine Menshon .. 283-2715 x 206
(Dial 716 Before any phone number)
THIS WEEK’S TABERNCLE CANDLES BURN FOR
POP Church Candle:
SVDP PARISH FAMILY POP Chapel Candle:
SVDP PARISH FAMILY St. Leo Site Candle:
SVDP PARISH FAMILY
Letters of Recommendations: To receive a letter of recommendation to be a sponsor for Baptism or Confirmation, it will be gladly given to registered parishioners (for at least 3 months), who are active, supporting members of our parish who regularly attend Sunday Mass and have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, and if married, has done so in conformity with the laws of the Church.
Saturday, April 2—Fifth Sunday of Lent
8:30 AM (POP-Chapel) First Saturday: Skowronski Family: Julian, Edna, Ken, Diane and Jeffrey by Barb Skowronski 4:00 PM (LEO) Vincenzo & Rita D’Amico, Michelina and Tony
Colosi by Tina D’Amico 5:30 PM (POP) Josephine Masceri by her Sister Sunday, April 3—Fifth Sunday of Lent
9:00 AM (LEO) Willie Favero by Wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren
11:30 AM (POP) Rose Micale by Sr. Joanne and Faith Formation Monday, April 4—Lenten Weekday
8:30AM (P-CH) Sophia Hunt by Andrea Quarantillo
12:15PM (CHAPEL) Requests for Special Favors by Dorothy Ferguson Tuesday, April 5—Lenten Weekday
8:30AM (P-CH) Anthony DeSimone, Jr., by Wife
12:15PM (CHAPEL) Rochele Page by Cardamone and Davis Families Wednesday, April 6—Lenten Weekday
8:30AM (P-CH) Cliff Brockway by Micale Family 12:15PM (CHAPEL) All Soul’s Intentions
6:00 PM (POP) Penance Service Thursday, April 7—Lenten Weekday
8:30AM (P-CH) Lonnie Baker by Dorothy Ferguson
12:15PM (CHAPEL) Living and Deceased Mothers of Christ the King Parish Friday, April 8—Lenten Weekday
8:30AM (P-CH) Flora Rose Bedore by George, Pamela, Donna/Sandra 12:15PM (CHAPEL) William Faulhaber by SVDP Family
1:30PM (P-CH) Stations of the Cross—Living Stations w/CAONF
6:00PM (P-CH) Stations of the Cross
Saturday, April 9—Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
4:00 PM (LEO) Rocco and Frances DeMiglio by Mary Ann and Family 5:30 PM (POP) Joseph G. Marks, Jr., Love Mom, Dad and Family Sunday, April 10—Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord 9:00 AM (LEO) Clara & Vincent Farina by Family
11:30 AM (POP) Ann Grochala by Gloria
Saturday, April 2
7:00pm Saturday Bingo—(L)
Progressive: #54 Queen of Hearts: $1,468.50 Tuesday, April 5
7:00pm 12 & 12 Al-Non Support Group—(L) #6
Wednesday, April 6
10:30am Al-Non Ray of Hope—(L) #6 6:00pm Penance Service—(P) 6:30pm Baptism Class-(L) Friday, April 8
2:30pm Grief Assistance Grp—(L) 1:30pm Stations of the Cross-Living with CAONF—(P)
6:00pm Stations of the Cross—(P) PARISH ACTIVITIES/CALENDAR
We will be holding a
Penance Service on Wednesday, April 6, at 6pm
at the Prince of Peace Site.
Numerous priests will be available to hear confessions.
The pandemic has put a strain on all of us, and for those welcoming new babies into the world, it has been particularly stressful! But Catholic Charities has been here to alleviate some of the worries facing new parents. A pantry worker shared, “One of our clients had a new baby. Before the pandemic, her fi- nances were tight, and she appreciated being able to go to the Bishop Kmiec Food Pantry when she needed.
As a result of the pandemic, her finances became even tighter. When staff learned that her baby was born, she was offered the option to receive diapers and baby for- mula along with her monthly food. She graciously ac- cepted this offer, and has reported to us a result of this, she is able to better handle the stresses of becoming a new mother.” Your gift to Appeal 2022 helps new moth- ers like this one, and countless others, across Western New York. Donate today by visiting ccwny.org/donation or by texting GIVEHOPE22 to 44321.
SVDP CATHOLIC CHARITIES
APPEAL
Our Parish Goal this year is
$80,836.00.
To date, through your generosity,
we have raised
$49,683.00 Thank you!
Congratulations to Angela Ruggiero— In
Recognition in Excellence in Theatre Arts, received the Niagara Falls City School District
Theatre Hall of Fame award.
Angela taught at 24th Street school, at Abate Elementary and 79th Street
School. From 1983-1993, Angela was the Assistant Director of the LaSalle Play-
ers Drama Club and from 1993-1998 became the Director of the group.
As Assistant Director and then Director, dozens of wonderful plays were performed! Her dedication to teaching and theatre will forever serve as an inspira-
tion to all those whose lives she has touched!
Congratulations Angela!
$80,836.00
$49,683.00
COME JOIN US FOR EVENING PRAYER Come experience the beauty of Evening Prayer on Thursday, April 21st, from 7:00pm / 7:30pm at the Prince of Peace Church site. All Welcome!
Copies of the prayers will be provided. Doors open at 6:30pm.
FATIMA SHRINE
Palm Sunday take out Ham Dinner: April 10, 2022, from 12pm to 4pm. Advance tickets are $11—-at the door, $12.
Tickets on sale in Office or by calling 754-7489.
* 1/2 lb. Camellia Ham * Cheesy Potatoes * Green Bean Casserole
* Apple Sauce, rice pudding and roll/butter Easter bake sale: 9am-6pm
1023 Swann Road, Youngstown, NY 175th Anniversary of the Establishment of the
Diocese of Buffalo
Ringing of Church Bells, Saturday, April 23, 2022, 3pm to 3:10pm. To mark the actual 175th anniver- sary, all parishes will be ringing their church bells for 10 minutes.
The ringing of bells from a church tower is certainly a “joyful noise” reminding all of God’s
presence in the world.
Catholic Health—We support Ukraine-Mount St. Mary’s Hospital—Baby food pouches & cereal, baby formula powder, baby wipes, blankets (baby/adult), diapers (baby/adult), femi- nine products, granola/protein bars (boxed, not singles). All donations must be new, in its original packaging, unopened and with an expiration date at least 6 months out. Mount St.
Mary’s collection bin outside of chapel at hospital. chsbuf- falo.org/Ukraine. (Call Fran with questions: 731-5282)
Your continuing generosity is greatly appreciated. It is because of your support that our St. Vincent de Paul Society food pantry is able to continue to feed the many needy families in our area. We would appreciate dona- tions of the following non-perishable foods:
Canned chicken, tomato soup, rice sides, applesauce, small packages of Instant Mashed
Potatoes.
If you know of anyone in need of food, please call our pantry at 957-7146. Monetary donations are always gratefully accepted. Please mail to the Society of St.
Vincent de Paul Society, attn: Treasurer, 1040 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. Our food barrels are located at both parish sites for non-perishable food do- nations. GOD BLESS YOU for all you do to help these families.
(The Poor Box is the Bread Box for the Poor)
EASTER BUNNY PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Please join us for our annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Palm Sunday, April 10th, 9am-12 Noon
Hop on over with the kids and enjoy a deli- cious breakfast, games, crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny! ($1.00)
$ 10.00 (Adult to age 13) $ 8.00 (ages 6-12) $ FREE (5 and under)
Pancakes, French Toast, sausages, scrambled eggs, fruit cup, juice, coffee and tea.
The Parish Events committee is looking for volunteers to help with this fun day! (Also, students needing service hours, this is a great opportunity to fulfill your time!)
Please call Vicky at 417-5109 or Dorothy at 297-5927 if you can help!
Thank you!
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL PARISH SURVEY SVDP is participating in a Diocesan—Wide survey!
Don’t forget to share your feedback on the Disciple Maker Index! The Survey is LIVE and will be open until April 4. Scan the QR code or visit the link to take this brief survey. If you lack computer access, copies are available at both church sites, POP Chapel and Rectory Office. To submit the completed paper survey, please drop it in survey boxes in church, in collection or mail to Rectory.
WE REALLY NEED YOUR HELP IN MAKING THIS A SUCCESS. PLEASE TAKE A FEW MINUTES AND PARTICIPATE!
To make special arrangements for getting a paper copy, please contact Caroline at 716-283-2715 x 200. Thank you for helping with this important project! Here is the link:
https://portal.catholicleaders.org/dmi/survey/y6gkt3 GRIEF ASSISTANCE GROUP
Coping with loss and grief does not go away. The group will meet on Friday, April 8th, at 2:30pm in St.
Leo’s Church. Join our support group. Comfort- ing all those who mourn. Call Maria at 297-1816.
Our Lady of Czestochowa—57 Center St., NT, invites you on Palm Sunday evening, April 10th at 7:30, pm for their annual Tenebrae Service. Tenebrae is a service of readings, music and
light, that helps prepare us for Holy Week. Spend an hour of quiet contemplation of the most solemn events leading up to the Resurrection.
CHIAVETTAS
St. Amelia's Parish, Tonawanda Saturday May 7th 2:00pm - 6:00pm Wednesday June 15th from 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Saturday Sept. 11th, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm You can pick up in our drive through lane or dine in
if permitted at the time of the event.
Cost is $11 pre-sale and $13 the day of the event.
Meals consist of 1/2 Chiavetta's Chicken, 2 side salads, dinner roll, butter.
For more information and tickets please contact the school, (836-2230) or rectory (836-0011)
Holy Week Schedule Holy Thursday - April 14th
9am Morning Prayer - (POP) w/coffee and donuts
afterwards (CAONF Cafeteria)
6pm Mass of the Lord's Supper (POP)
with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament (Church open until 11pm) Good Friday - April 15
9am Morning Prayer (POP)
12pm Stations of the Cross(St. Leo) 3pm Celebration of the Lord's Passion with Holy Communion (POP) 6pm Stations of the Cross (POP) Holy Saturday - April 16
9am Morning Prayer (POP)
2pm Blessing of Easter Food Baskets (POP) 8pm Easter Vigil in the Holy Night (POP) Easter Sunday - April 17th
7:30am Easter Mass (St. Leo) 9am Easter Mass (St. Leo) 11:30am Easter Mass (POP)
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$230,912.82
Lifelong Faith Formation
Faith Formation Schedule
Faith Formation will be in session as usual on Sunday, April 3, Monday, April 4 and Thursday, April 7.
There are NO FAITH FORMATION CLASSES during Holy Week and Easter Week from Sunday, April 10 through Saturday, April 23. Our final week of regular classes is the week of April 24.
VIRTUS Users
Attention VIRTUS Users! Please get caught up on your training bulletins as well as your recertification modules. Later in the spring a report will be due to the Diocese and it is extremely important that each individual be compliant so that our parish report can be compliant. Thank you for attention to this.
Congratulations!
We extend warm Congratulations to students making the First Reconciliation on Tuesday, March 29:
Evan Chamberlain Wyatt Lopacki Brielle Ferger Mason McNiff Faith Furey Madden McNiff Mya Grace Corbin Nalbone Leo Halpin Lyla Perno Caylee Insalaco Leah Scarcelli Jackson Keil Isla Traver Lauren Leven Cecilia Traver Pickle Jar Challenge
We are raffling off a three foot chocolate Easter Bunny at Faith Formation to raise funds for Catholic Charities. Chances are 3 for $1. There is a lot of excitement about the bunny! The drawing will take place at the Easter Bunny Breakfast on April 10. Students are also donating loose change to fill up our pickle jar. Thank you to everyone for your generosity.
Tree of Life Food Pantry
Thank you to everyone who generously supports the Little Free Food Pantry at the south end of the Prince of Peace Worship Site. Although we appreciate all your donations, we are asking that non- perishable FOOD ONLY be placed in the pantry. This pantry is not for books and clothing.
Camp Turner
Camp Turner has many opportunities for outdoor adventures for children and families. Students in our Faith Formation Program were given brochures last week. If you are interested in Camp Turner, please visit their website at www.CampTurnerOLV.com or call them at (716)354-4555.
Returnable Bottles and Cans
Our Faith Formation program collects returnable bottles and cans on an ongoing basis. You can either bring your bags of rinsed bottles to either worship site when you attend Mass on the weekend, the Faith Formation Office or take them to Empower, located at 4701 Military Road, Niagara Falls. If you go to the redemption center, our account number is 64. Thank you for your continued support in funding our special projects.
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