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Subscribe to Diocesan News: Have you visited the Website of the Diocese of Buffalo recently? There is much to see and do on the diocesan website including the ability to "Subscribe to Diocesan News." The website address is: http://www.buffalodiocese.org. There are links to all kinds of information about the diocese. Choose the item entitled "Subscribe to News" in order to be able to receive information by Email from various diocesan departments. Also, be sure to browse around to see what is happening in our diocese.

Estate Sale: Queen of Peace Church, located at 1955 Genesee Street, will be the site of an Estate Sale on Friday, June 20 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The public is invited. Items include household items, furniture, some vintage items, tools, small appliances, dishes, office supplies, linens, chairs, office furniture, and much, much more. No sacred items are for sale. Church will be open for a self-tour. Security guard on premises. Cash & carry only. Information: call Kathy at 440-5444.

Honor Pope John Paul II on the celebration of his birthday at the historic St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr Church in the Broadway-Fillmore area of the City of Buffalo, Sunday, May 18 at 4 p.m. This 4th Annual Service will include the Living Rosary as well as a prayer for the beatification of Pope John Paul II the Great. Each individual will be presented with a complimentary rosary to commemorate the event, and the rosaries will be blessed at the service.

Full time position. Religious Education Coordinator at Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Parish in Elma NY. Responsible for the Faith Development of the Youth of the Parish through catechetical, sacramental, and educational programs. See the job posting on the Diocesan web site for full details. http://www.buffalodiocese.org/human_resources.html

Camp Summerspace will be open to girls entering grades 5-8. Forensic Science; volleyball; dance; sewing; drama; Sister Maria Pares' Basketball Camp; digital art; printmaking; Leadership Experience for 8th graders; Catholic High School Entrance Exam Prep. For more information or to register, please contact the Sacred Heart Academy at 834-2101 ext. 353. Financial aid is available. Applications can be downloaded at http://www.sacredheartacademy.org.

Terry Buchwald as Elvis. Tent Party in the City Market at 755 West Market Street, Niagara Falls. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus on Saturday, May 31 to benefit local charities. Gates: 5:30 p.m. Music 6:30 p.m. Further information, call Tom at 716-693-7784 or 282-2364.

50th Anniversary of Ordination for Father Ed Muerder. Open House on Sunday, June 8 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Main Dining Room of the East Side Nursing Home, 62 Prospect St., Warsaw, NY 14569. No gifts please. For information call Al Boucher 585-535-0222.

Sunday Televised Masses. 7:30 a.m. WUTV Fox TV29. June 1 - Father James Vacco. June 8 Father Patrick Melfi. June 15-Fr. David Bialkowski. June 22-Msgr. Robert Mack. June 29-Fr. Dennis Fronckowiak.

Celebrate Fathers Day with some delicious recipes. You never know what Fr. Paul D. Seil will cook on Our Daily Bread. Join Fr. Paul June 14th at 6:30 a.m. and Noon on WKBW-TV Channel 7. For gift ideas call Mary Ann or check us out on the web at http://www.buffalodiocese.org/daybreak/.

"Matters of Faith", June 1 at 5:30 a.m. on WIVB-TV Channel 4. Daybreak TV's monthly talk show will focus on the Catholic Communication Campaign established by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops to respond to the communications needs of the Catholic Church in the U.S. Kevin Keenan's guest is Ellen M. McCloskey, Director of Production for the Catholic Communication Campaign. They will discuss how the CCC benefits the Diocese of Buffalo and Dioceses around the country. Program will include excerpts from various productions.

* Journey into Love. Marriage Preparation on June 1st from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with dinner.
* Men & Women's Weekend Retreat, "Hope in a Broken World", with SCC staff and Msgr. Donald R. Wangler, June 6-8.
* Journey into Love. Marriage Preparation on June 8 from 2 p.m.-9 p.m. with dinner.
* Married Couples Retreat, "Twenty-four Hours with Mary to Renew Your Marriage", June 13-14 with Father James Erving, OMI.
These programs are offered at the St. Columban Center, 6892 Lakeshore Rd. Derby. Reservations are required. Information: call 947-4708 or email: Columban@buffnet.net or visit our website: http://www.stcolumbancenter.org for information.

The Third Annual Sacred Music Retreat will be presented by Rev. Greg Labus, June 22-27 at the Liturgical Institute University of St. Mary of the Lake Mundelein, Illinois. The retreat is designed for musicians who are serious about fostering sacred music and who desire to move beyond the understanding of music as performance to music as prayer. Detailed information about the retreat can be found at http://www.liturgicalinstitute.org.

Experience the enthusiasm and fellowship of our first century church in a weekend of discussion, prayer, and talks by lay people, clergy and religious. The Cursillo Program for Men will be October 16, and the Women's Weekend will be November 6. For more information, visit http://www.buffalocursillo.org or buffalocursillo@att.net or call 839-4020.

Separated? Divorced? Consider joining a DivorceLINK Level program for support. The Levels program is an 8-week structured program for men and women in the process of rebuilding their lives as single people. Level I will be held at St. Aloysius Parish at 157 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga 14215. Orientation: Friday, June 6 from 7-9 p.m. The last day to join is Friday, June 20. For more information, call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210.

Marriage Spirituality Tune Up Packet Available: Jesus' first miracle took place at the Wedding Feast of Cana (John 2:1-12). Jesus changed the water into wine--the best wine! He changed the ordinary into the extraordinary. Every marriage whether months or 75 plus years has tune up needs. For your free practical useful packet with many suggestions and resources to enrich your marriage, contact your Office of Family Life at 847-2210 or e-mail familylife@buffalodiocese.org.

St. Mary of the Angels Parish is excited to host an introductory workshop to the nationally known JustFaith program on Saturday, May 31 from 8:45-1p.m. at Sacred Heart Church in Portville. In hundreds of parishes across the country, JustFaith has proven to be a powerful journey of conversion and new understanding of the Biblical call to compassion and justice. JustFaith works in partnership with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, Catholic Charities USA, and Catholic Relief Services. To register for the workshop or for more information, call 716-372-9565. Registration deadline is May 12; the fee includes snacks. Attending this introductory workshop does not commit one to the JustFaith program. Learn more: visit http://www.justfaith.org.

Counseling: Theory and Process. Thursdays, June 12-July 24 (except July 3) from 7-9 p.m. We will study the theories and process of counseling as well as practice basic techniques. For reservations call The St. Joseph Center for Spirituality (759-6893 ex. 408).

The Rev. Merrick Bednar Memorial Golf Tournament 2008, in support of Christ the King Seminary, will be held on Monday, June 2 at The Links at Ivy Ridge. Enjoy a wonderful day of golf, fellowship, great fun and food, with on-course competitions and even a chance to win a car with a hole-in-one! The field of players is filling up fast, so call to reserve your space soon! To learn options for sponsoring the Rev. Merrick Bednar Memorial Golf Tournament, to register for the event, or for more information, please contact Susan Burns at 847-8373.

* Sabbath Time, an opportunity for prayer, rest, and reflection on May 28 facilitated by Sister M. Elizabeth Mackowiak, CSSF and Sr. Joselle Orlando, OSF, (participants may bring a bag lunch for the morning session) 10 a.m.- noon or 7-9 p.m. Free-will offering.
* Journey into Love. Marriage Preparation with lunch on May 31 from 9-4 p.m.
These programs are offered at the St. Columban Center, 6892 Lakeshore Rd. Derby. Reservations are required except where noted. Information: call 947-4708 or email: Columban@buffnet.net or visit our website: http://www.stcolumbancenter.org for information.

Positive Thinking! Ever wondered about the Spiritual Qualities for Positive Thinking? Guest speaker, noted author and chaplain at Sisters Hospital, Father Duke Zajac will reveal the key ingredients sure to answer this question! Free event is sponsored by the Bishop's Committee Visitors on Wednesday, May 28 at St. Philip the Apostle from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Program will include Mass and benediction. Come for part or all of the day. Father Duke will have his books, Life Injections I, II & III available for sale and will be happy to sign them. Bring a brown bag lunch. Beverage and dessert provided. All are welcome. For further information, contact your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210.

If you are a victim of Domestic Violence and are in need of access to safety planning, spiritual care, legal assistance, limited medical assistance counseling, law enforcement, the Family Justice Center of Erie County, Inc. "Where Families Come First" is for you! All services are free. All conversations are strictly private. More information: (716) 558-7233 or http://www.fjcsafe.org.

Understanding the Six Needs of Mourning will be presented by Mary Lou Kaye as part of the Lecture Series for the Bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This free event will be held on Wednesday, May 21 from 7 8 pm at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kenmore. For reservations or more information call 873-6500. For a free bereavement packet for adults or a parenting packet to assist in helping children deal with grief and loss, please contact your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210 or e-mail familylife@buffalodiocese.org.

New "Women of Grace" 10-session Catholic Study Group will meet every Wednesday from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm from May 21 through July 30 (except for June 11) at the Center of Renewal Retreat & Conference Center at Stella Niagara in Lewiston, NY. The series will be professionally facilitated by Mrs. Nancy P. Askins, Center of Renewal Director, and based upon the "Full of Grace: Women and the Abundant Life Foundational Study" program, with all study materials available through the Center of Renewal Bookstore. Advance pre-registration is required to ensure adequate supplies of materials and seating. Call 754-7376.

Franciscan Preached Retreat, "Sacred Places and the Sacramental Journey", will be held May 23-30 at the Center of Renewal Retreat & Conference Center at Stella Niagara in Lewiston, NY. Father Thomas Hartle, OFM and Sister Colette Rhoney, OSF will explore the religious awakening of Francis and Clare through the mirror of the sacraments. This is a silent week-long retreat with an option for evening sharing. Pre-registration is required by May 8 at 754-7376.

Job Opening. Religious Education Coordinator to oversee the Religious Education program. There are approximate 160 students and 15 catechists in the program. Applicants must have diocesan certification or indicate a willingness to work toward it. Degree in Pastoral Ministry or related field is preferred. Experience in Religious Education is required along with computer literacy. Please send resume with 3 references as soon as possible to: Rev. Msgr. Fred R. Voorhes, 6895 Boston Cross Road, Boston, NY 14025. FAX 716-941-3030 sjbrectory@aol.com.

God Knows Parenting is a Wild Ride! If you ever wished for practical tools, skill-building techniques, resources and lots more, one of these FREE parenting packets is designed just for you. Parenting Packet I: addresses the basic tough tasks of raising children in today's world. Parenting Packet II: is for those separated or divorced, focusing on positive ways to co-parent well in order to help children of all ages who are profoundly affected by their parents' divorce deal with the pain and upheaval in their lives. Parenting Packet III: Death and grief are inescapable. If you feel ill-prepared to discuss death with a child, you are not alone. This packet offers useful tools from preschool through teens. For your free packet, please call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210 or e-mail familylife@buffalodiocese.org.

BRIDGES is a group for divorced, separated and widowed individuals. Many have found great comfort in attending group meetings on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the rectory conference room of St. Bernadette Church, 5930 South Abbott Road, Orchard Park. If you would like an e-mail update, please forward your name to Tracy at carboni@adelphia.net For more information call Dawn at 472-2491 or your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210.

All girls 5 -12 years old throughout the Diocese, as well as those who are receiving First Communion this year, are encouraged to wear their white dresses and participate at a special Mass on Sunday, May 25 at 1:30 p.m. at Corpus Christi Parish, Buffalo. An inspirational procession to St. Stanislaus Church will follow. Parents are asked to bring flower petals for their child to strew in the procession. Information: call Helena Golebiowski at 892-5975.

Spring Gift Ideas: Proving Holiness documentary; Apostle of Peace documentary; Legacy of Victory documentary; Food for Thought DVD cookbook; Our Daily Bread cookbooks, potholders, aprons. Call Maryann at 847-8721.

Annual Summer Service Camp for High School Women in Waynesburg, PA (one hour south of Pittsburgh) from June 17-22. Meet new friends, pray, work and play together and learn about the Franciscan tradition; some scholarship moneys available; get Service Hours for graduation. Space is limited. Call 1 412-215-7708.

Women 18 years of age and older. Mission Trip to Appalachia, Kentucky from July 26 to August 2. Leave New York area and Pittsburgh, PA. Some scholarship moneys available from the Franciscans in Action. Call 1-412-215-7708.

RETROUVAILLE (RET-RO-VI) is a second chance program for troubled marriages and a uniquely personal experience between husband and wife. For further information call the Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. For reservation, call 652-7138 or 668-9068. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

Make Your Voice Heard - The New York State Catholic Bishops have formed a statewide Catholic Advocacy Network of concerned Catholics who want to put their faith into action. Together, we can speak out in support of the poor and vulnerable, the sick and elderly, the unborn, children and families. Our parish encourages you to join this network. There is no cost. The easiest way to join is to go to http://www.nyscatholic.org to sign up. Or you can send your name, address, phone number and email address to Catholic Advocacy Network, New York State Catholic Conference, 465 State Street, Albany, NY 12203-1004. Be sure to mention you are a member of our parish in the Diocese of Buffalo.

If you been abused or victimized by a member of the Catholic clergy... Please believe in the possibility for hope, help, and healing. We encourage you to come forward and speak out. Every diocese in the United States has a victim assistance coordinator who is available to obtain support for your needs, to help you make a formal complaint of abuse to a diocese, and to arrange a personal meeting with the bishop or his representative, if you desire. The victim assistance coordinator for the Diocese of Buffalo is Kathryn Marsh, LCSW-R. The telephone number to contact Ms. Marsh is (716) 895-3010. Written complaints can be sent to Ms. Marsh at Catholic Charities, 1581 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, New York 14212. Her e-mail address is kathy.marsh@ccwny.org.

Understanding the Six Needs of Mourning will be presented by Mary Lou Kaye as part of the lecture series for the bereaved sponsored by the Office of Family Life Ministries and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Buffalo. This free event will be held on Wednesday, May 21 from 7 PM to 8 PM at Mount Olivet, Kenmore. For reservations or more information call 873-6500. For a free bereavement packet for adults or a parenting packet to assist in helping children deal with grief and loss, please contact your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210 or e-mail familylife@buffalodiocese.org.

Free Elder Law Fair offers a "sales free" informational environment, allowing seniors and their advocates to make informed choices on Thursday, May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Hearthstone Manor, 333 Dick Road in Depew. Learn how laws have changed and information about wills, trusts, and estate planning; advance directives such as power of attorney, health proxy and guardianships; health and long term care insurance; the role of Medicaid and Medicare in long term care; Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans; and more. Call Erie County Dept. of Senior Services at 858-8544 to pre-register. No charge thanks to support of sponsors.

PROJECT RACHEL is in the heart of the Church. Don't suffer alone; be set free from the pain. Many women and men suffer in silence from their abortion experience that is not easily erased. The Father of mercies is ready to give His forgiveness, hope and peace to all who grieve with this wound. The Project Rachel Program offers confidential, spiritual healing. (716) 847-2205 and also see http://hopeafterabortion.com or http://www.menandabortion.info.

Loneliness, anger, guilt and sadness - these and other strong emotions may overwhelm you when your spouse has died. Family and friends, however caring, may not know how to help. SURVIVE is a support group led by people who have experienced the death of a spouse. SURVIVE offers friendship, compassion, information and support to you for as long as you may need it. For more information, call your Office of Family Life Ministries at 847-2210. A packet of information on bereavement is also available through your Office of Family Life Ministries.

Western New York Catholic Weekly is heard on Sundays at 6 a.m. on WBEN Radio (930 AM) and at 10 a.m. on WLOF Radio (101.7 FM) in Buffalo. In Jamestown, it can be heard on WJTN Radio (1240 AM) on Sundays at 7 p.m. In Warsaw, it airs on WCJW (1140 AM) at 6:30 a.m. It is produced by the Radio Ministry Department of our diocese and is funded in part by your generous donations to the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC).

7th-12th Grade Students, earn up to 40 service hours from Aug. 3-9! Help to revitalize communities and beautify homes for the elderly, disabled, and those who cannot afford needed repairs in Western New York. Catholic Heart Workcamp is a week-long service camp of St. Gregory the Great Parish, Williamsville. This summer serve on the outside and change on the inside. Registration is now open and spots are limited. See http://www.heartworkcamp.com Contact Jim Havens awesomeyouth@gmail.com 688-5678, ext.316.

The 2008 Diocesan Directory is available for purchase. This book, published annually by the Office of Communications, is the definitive guide to offices, institutions and organizations of the Diocese of Buffalo. It contains telephone and address listings for every parish and priest in the diocese and is essential for anyone involved in his/her church, or any ministry, especially with all the recent merger announcements. Call 847-8719 or visit the Catholic Union Store in the Catholic Center. The Office of Communications is funded in part by your generous donations to the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC).

The Diocesan Office of Lifelong Faith Formation serves as a resource to parishes regarding the faith formation of persons with disabilities. They provide consultation, support and resources to catechetical leaders (DREs/CREs), parents and pastors for the inclusion of all people with special needs into spiritual formation programs. For more information, contact Sharon Urbaniak at 847-5514 or surbaniak@buffalodiocese.org.

The Diocesan Office of Pro-Life Activities advocates for the sacredness of all human life from conception until natural death, and responds to any threats to life. It is their hope to build a "culture of life" that respects and protects all life particularly to the most vulnerable" the unborn, persons with disabilities, the elderly, and the terminally ill. For more information, visit http://www.buffalodiocese.org/prolife/index.html or contact Director Dawn Iacono through Miriam Escalante, Secretary, at 847-2205 mescalante@buffalodiocese,org.

Engaged? Are you or someone you know engaged and looking for a meaningful marriage preparation program to fulfill your pre-Cana requirements? Engaged Encounter is a weekend retreat held at Christ the King Seminary, East Aurora, NY that provides an excellent foundation on which to build your marriage. Call Mike or Sue at 685-2114 or e-mail msmauste@verizon.net for more information.

The annual Rosary Novena for Life - The remaining novenas are: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, October 25 and November 29. Mass begins at 8:00 a.m. at St. Rose of Lima Parish at the corner of Parkside & Parker Avenues, Buffalo and will continue on the last Saturday of each month through November. Silently and prayerfully after Mass we process to the local abortion clinic to pray the rosary for mothers, fathers, their unborn children and the ultimate end to abortion. Please note the main celebrant on July 26 will be the Most Reverend Edward Kmiec. For more information, call the Office of Pro-Life Activities at (716) 847-2205.

Summer Camp. Registration is now open at Camp Turner. Weekly sessions begin Sun., July 6. Located in Allegany State Park, it is an overnight camp operated by the Diocese of Buffalo. Please visit http://www.CampTurner.com or call 716-354-4555.

The Diocesan Disabilities Action Team has been established to increase awareness and inclusion of all individuals with disabilities into our Catholic parishes by opening doors to accessibility, opening minds through awareness, and opening hearts to minister to the needs. For a listing of current resources provided in our diocese, visit the team's first project at http://www.buffalodiocese.org/disabilities.

The Diocesan Council for Persons with Disabilities, established in 1975, is the advisory council that communicates to the Bishop on issues and activities related to the spiritual needs of persons with disabilities and their families throughout the diocese. For more information, contact Deacon Bill Willis at 675-5891 or WSDEACBILL@aol.com.

Surviving the holocaust. Speakers are available to talk to parish groups about the memoir A Light in the Darkness by Sister Judith Feneyvesi, a Sister of Social Service who was the only member of her Jewish family to survive the Holocaust and who was imprisoned for 12 years in Communist's prisons because of her role as a Catholic nun in the Catholic underground bringing messages to the Papal Nuncio during Word War II. Sister came to Buffalo after being ransomed out of Romania and was a source of strength and vision for her community and for Rosary Hill College where she was in charge of the social work program. Call Evelyn Brady at 882-2309.

Pharmaceutical Access Program of St. Vincent de Paul is designed to help those who need prescription medications, but can't afford them. The Society has designed this service for many who are on low or fixed income situations. In order for this program to work, we need volunteers to help with phone calls and also client interviews. If you would like to help or need more information, please call 882-3360, ext. 8.

Compeer. Be a friend to someone in great need of a positive relationship. You can use the power of your friendship to help people strive for good mental health and live happier and more productive lives. You can be a volunteer Compeer friend to kids, adults, and seniors. Call Sarah at 883-3331 or visit http://www.compeerbuffalo.org.

"Long Term Care" includes a variety of health and other services used by people of any age who need help to function in their daily lives. It may include care provided by family members, early childhood intervention, home-delivered meals, adult day care, case management, assisted living, personal care services, nursing, physical therapy and nursing home care. Finding your way around the Long Term Care system can be challenging, but Erie County NY Connects has a goal to help you identify the best available care options. For free, impartial information and assistance, contact Erie County NY Connects: Call (716)-858-8582 or 1-800-396-2705. E-mail: nyconnects@erie.gov or visit the website at http://www.erie.gov/nyconnects Contact Jennifer Mantione, Project Coordinator of Special Events, Erie County Senior Services, at 858-2117 or Walter Carrick, Long Term Care Coordinator, at 858-6791.

The Catholic Guild for the Blind is a volunteer organization under the auspices of Catholic Charities dedicated to providing spiritual and social opportunities for persons who are visually impaired. Volunteers transport and assist the visually impaired to participate in a variety of community activities. If you have the time to help out on a regular basis, or from time to time, please call 853-4424, ext 305. You'll be rendering a service to some very impressive people.

Domestic Violence -- It's time to learn the facts. Many women get trapped in an abuse cycle because of hope. The abused wife usually loves her husband and goes on believing that things will change; this rarely happens. If you do not feel safe at home or have been in a relationship in which you were physically hurt or threatened, call for more information or assistance: Catholic Charities, Sister Martha, 856-4494; Child and Family Services Haven House, 884-6000; Crisis Services 834-3131.

Free Step-Family Support Group Available. A chapter of the Step-Family Association of America, this group meets the first Wednesday of every month at 8 p.m. facilitated by Dr. Christopher Pino, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist. Call for information: 832-0010. Leave your name and number and Dr. Pino will get back to you. Check out website http://www.saafamilies.org for information on this solid non-profit educational group.

Do you need health insurance? At Fidelis Care New York, the NYS Catholic Bishops' sponsored health plan, we have one mission: to make sure that everyone in New York State - regardless of age, race, sex, religion, citizenship or ethnic background - has access to quality health care. We offer free or low cost health care plans through New York State's Child Health Plus and Family Health Plus programs to all who qualify. ALL children under the age of 18 automatically qualify for coverage. For more information, please contact Ariana at 716-564-3630, ext. 2312.

Crossroads is a Catholic community of single adults, forty years of age and older, seeking to share diversified spiritual and social needs and blessings. We welcome people of all faiths. Crossroads respects and upholds the spiritual, moral, and ethical teachings of the Catholic Church, including respect for life. Meetings are held once every other month. For more information, contact Barbara at 685-2818.

Need household items. The Diocese of Buffalo Ladies of Charity, an affiliate organization of Catholic Charities, is in desperate need of household items to complete Fresh Start packages. Fresh Start packages benefit those who were previously homeless, need to restart a home after a fire, or leave an abusive situation. Items needed are: blankets, comforters, towels, drapes, silverware, toasters and coffeepots. Items may be taken to Ladies of Charity, 1122 Broadway, Buffalo, or contact Eileen Nowak, Ladies of Charity executive director, at eileen.nowak@ccwny.org or 895-4001 if you have questions.

Poison Help 1-800-222-1222. The Western New York Poison Center provides immediate treatment advice for poison emergencies. They also provide information about poisons and poison prevention, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calls are free and confidential. Please call to get information on poison proofing your home and stickers to place on your telephone.

The Diocesan Bereavement Hotline is available for anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one. By calling 332-0202 you will receive a message from Bishop Kmiec, information about Bereavement and someone to talk with about your loss, if requested.

The Little Portion Friary, located at 1305 Main Street in Buffalo in the former O'Hern High School Convent, provides temporary shelter, meals, clothing and other services to homeless men and women. Presently we are in need of volunteers, especially on weekends and for evening or night coverage. Beginning volunteers would have a training period and would have another volunteer with them. The work includes: supervision of guests, filling clothing requests, admitting guests, helping with meals, etc. Through your gift of time, you will touch and be touched by those whose lives have been shattered by violence, or are in bondage to addictions or degraded by the burdens of poverty. We invite you to be a part with us of God's "little portion" for His poor. If interested in volunteering, please leave a message at the shelter (882-5705) or call Sister Jane O'Connor at 829-7699.

Attention Women of all Ages! Would you like to be a part of an energizing, vital and stimulating discussion group that shares ideas and feelings focusing on personal growth from a Catholic-Christian perspective? Then, Bishop's Committee Discussion Program is meant just for YOU. Meetings are held once a month with trained facilitators dealing with 21st century topics of concern to all women. The Bishop's Committee Discussion Program is open to women of all faith traditions. If interested call Margaret at 667-7574. For brochure/information contact Sharon in the Family Life Department at 847-2210.

The Catholic Alumni Club is a 35 year old national organization for Catholic single professionals. We invite Catholic singles over 21 years of age to join and become active with us. For more information, contact Marcia Popaduch (693-0640), Rich Stroh (895-7612), or Al Schneider (633-7157).

The Western New York Perinatal Bereavement Network assists the community by meeting the needs of people facing the pain of perinatal death. We promote standards of bereavement intervention through educational support, community programs, and referral services to bereaved parents. The "Forget-Me-Not" newsletter is available and proves to be a valuable resource. To obtain more information call the "Footprints on the Heart" program at Sisters Hospital at 862-1678 or e-mail them at WNYForgetmenot@aol.com.