From our Pastor: Fr Cole Webster: “I cannot thank everyone enough for all their hard work in bringing dignity and beauty to our Holy Week and Easter celebrations! Thank you all who decorated our churches, served in liturgical ministries, and welcomed our guests and visitors.’
Saint John Kanty/Saint Adalbert’s parishioners and friends: We are very humbled and grateful to those who attended our Holy Week and Easter Masses/events. And to those who supported our first joint coffee fundraiser and joint 50-50 raffle: your support was beyond expectations…it is truly remarkable what happens when parishes link together!! Our coffee sale profit was $680 from sales of 130 bags, and our 50/50 was split three ways:
1st $585; 2nd $300; 3rd $100…our church share was $980!
Save these dates and read on for further information:
- Plant Sale for Mother’s Day: Order deadline April 28!
- May 3: Meat Raffle
- June 2: JPII Schola Cantorum at Saint Adalbert
- June 9: Chicken BBQ at Saint John Kanty
What is the cost of running our church? Many people have been working hard to reduce operating costs. However, as with all of us: utility and maintenance costs have increased. The cost of insurance alone is $31,000! We could balance our budget with a weekend collection of $1,500. Please consider setting up online giving on a recurring weekly or monthly basis and if blessed abundantly…consider increasing your present offering.
| “If you would like to offer a one-time or recurring gift to help sustain our ministries, go to the “donate” tab on our website (http://www.saintjohnkanty.com/donate/) or scan the QR code found in this newsletter with your smartphone. With a reasonable level of regular support, we can keep our parish active and strengthen it for the future. “
– Fr Cole Webster |
We are still accepting donations for our Special Project for the installation of energy efficient lighting on the church exterior. Through your generosity we have received about one-half the cost of this project, which is $3,300. This investment will pay for itself in about 21 months. This much needed update to the church will illuminate its beauty and also be an asset and example in the neighborhood.
50-50 Raffle, which will take place at the Chicken BBQ: Tickets can be purchased after Mass or by phoning the rectory (716-893-0412 weekday mornings between 8:30-10:30) and should be returned to Saint John Kanty no later than June 5. Purchase one ticket for $5 or three for $10. Please support this raffle if you can…good luck!
Light a Vigil light for $5 each. Lights will be blessed during Mass the second Sunday of the month. You may state your prayer intention for each candle (optional). In May the second Sunday falls on Mother’s Day, a perfect time to honor our mothers or other mother figures in our lives!
May 3: Meat Raffle and More at the Knights Event Center, 2735 Union Rd, Cheektowaga: Join Saint John Kanty parishioners and friends for Friday Night Fun Night! Doors open at 6; first spin at 7! Tickets $10 each or Table of 10 $80. Beer and pop included; bring your own snacks; pizza available for purchase. Go to this link: http://www.saintjohnkanty.com/donate/, scroll down and click on ‘Get Tickets’ or use the Newsletter form.
Plant Sale for Mother’s Day sponsored by the Saint John Kanty/Saint Adalbert Rosary Society. Purchase a Peace lily (an indoor plant) in a 4 inch pot for your mom, grandmother, wife, mother-in-law or other special person in your life, or offer the plant for those deceased loved ones. Memorial plants will have the name of your loved one on the plant and can be taken home following Mass or left at the altar. Plants will be blessed at Mass on Mother’s Day but can be picked up the day before (please phone the rectory). Cost: $10 each plant. Order deadline April 28 by going to this link: http://www.saintjohnkanty.com/donate/or using the Newsletter form.
June 2: Corpus Christi Sunday. The John Paul II Schola Cantorum will present a sacred concert at Saint Adalbert’s at 3 p.m. The JPII Schola is an independent a cappella choir dedicated to preserving, promoting and performing the great treasury of sacred choral music of the Catholic Church. Their ambition is to learn and perform the great masterpieces of Catholic choral repertoire, focusing on a cappella works for mixed voices.
Please note that no tickets are required for this event; however, a free will offering will be accepted. Don’t miss this concert: be sure to come and hear some beautiful music!
June 9: Chicken BBQ with Basket Raffle: SAVE THE DATE AND FOLLOW OUR WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK PAGES FOR UPDATED INFORMATION!
| Important information to stay in touch:
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We want to hear from YOU!
_____ I am homebound and would like a copy of the bulletin mailed to me.
_____ I would like to speak to Fr Cole personally or over the phone.
_____ I am interested in having my marriage blessed.
_____ I am interested in the following activities (circle any that apply): Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan, Usher, church decorating, helping at special events, light gardening & grounds cleanup, making pierogi and/or placek
Name: _______________________________________
Phone number: ________________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Ways to support Saint John Kanty/Saint Adalbert Parish Community: Use the QR code below or go to http://www.saintjohnkanty.com/donate/, or mail the form below to Saint John Kanty.
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| I would like to support the special lighting project | |
| I would like to light ____ vigil lights for $5 each. Please state your prayer intention for each candle (optional). In May the second Sunday falls on Mother’s Day, a perfect opportunity to remember moms, grandmothers, godmothers, or any special lady in your life!
Optional prayer intention: _____________________________________________________________________ |
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| I am purchasing _____ 50/50 tickets: One ticket $5; three tickets $10. Winner(s) to be drawn on June 9 at the Chicken BBQ. | |
| Mother’s Day plant: I am purchasing _____ plant(s) for $10 each. If a memorial flower state the name of who is being remembered:
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| I am buying _____ tickets for the Meat Raffle on May 3 for $10 each. (Your tickets will be available at the door.) |
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