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IF YOU LOVE ME,FEED MY SHEEPThe 16th Sunday in Ordinary TimeJuly 17/18, 2021‘Hunger’ is defined as ‘a craving or urgent needfor food or specific nutrient’ and ‘an uneasysensation caused by a lacking.’ It’s thatuncomfortable feeling when you knowsomething is missing that should be there. Andwhile most of us are aware of how so manypeople in the world (and our own community),sadly, go to bed each night with an empty belly,isn’t it safe to say that each of us goes to bedhungry, as well? We could have housed an entirepizza before hitting the hay, but maybe we’rehungry for love. Maybe we’re hungry foracceptance. Maybe we’re hungry for respect.Maybe we’re hungry for relationships andinteractions. Maybe we’re hungry for God.Just like stomachs, hearts can be hungry,as well. The trick is knowing what to feed itto satisfy that hunger. Thankfully, as a parishcommunity, we make it our mission to ensureall are fed in mind, body, and soul. Whether it’sJesus in the Eucharist as food for the journeyto Heaven, our weekly community dinners,sharing knowledge of our faith at ourDiscipleship Program, or fellowship andlending an ear, we believe no one should feellike he or she is lacking. We’re a family, andthere is always a seat at our table. Best of all,there’s something on the menu for everyone.‘You satisfy the hungry heartWith gift of finest wheat;Come give to us, O saving Lord,The bread of life to eat.’Our Lady of Charity Parish260 Okell 1901 South ParkBuffalo, NY 14220(716) 822-5962 OurLadyOfCharityParish.com

Buffalo, NYJuly 17/18, 2021From Fr. Steve.Dear Family,Psalm 23 is one of the most well-known and beloved of all the Psalms. “The Lord is my shepherd;I shall not want. In verdant pastures He gives me repose; beside restful waters He leads me; Herefreshes my soul”. There are so many prayers and Scripture verses that we can pray that giveus comfort, but this one is a favorite of so many people. It speaks of God’s promise to us that Heis always there to lead and guide us to calmness, even at the most turbulent times of our life, ifwe just let Him! We hear this proclaimed not only in our Psalm this weekend, but also in the FirstReading and Gospel Reading. God, in the reading for the Book of Jeremiah says that He will appoint good shepherds. Jesus, in our Gospel, is teaching the apostles how to be good shepherdsfor His people. Jesus’ heart went out to the people who were not being led by true shepherds andit still does today. We need to pray for good men to answer God’s call in their life to become Hisshepherds for our day and time. We need many men to answer the call, but more importantly weneed good, holy, faithful men! The quality is much more important than the quantity! I think everyone can agree to that! So let us pray always to the one True Shepherd that He call and protectgood men to serve our Church as priests and deacons!Praised Be Jesus Christ Now and Forever!!!Father SteveFrom the Diocese.UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURTFOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF NEW YORKIn re The Diocese of Buffalo N.Y.Case No. 20-10322PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT, On February 28, 2020, The Diocese of Buffalo N.Y., (“Diocese”) filed for protection under chapter 11 of title 11 of the United States Code (the “Bankruptcy Code”).The Bankruptcy Court has established August 14, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. (prevailing Eastern time) as the deadline to file proofs of claim against the Diocese (the “Bar Date”).If you have a claim against the Diocese, including, without limitation, a claim related to sexual abuse committed by any person connected with the Diocese, you must file a claim on or before the Bar Date.Please visit https://case.stretto.com/dioceseofbuffalo or call (855) 292-7696 for more information on how tofile your proof of claim.IF YOU DO NOT TIMELY FILE A PROOF OF CLAIM, YOU MAY FORFEIT YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE ON ANYPLAN OF REORGANIZATION AND TO SHARE IN ANY DISTRIBUTIONS TO CREDITORS IN CONNECTIONWITH THE DIOCESE’S CHAPTER 11 CASE.2

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16th Sunday in Ordinary TimeOur Lady of Charity ParishDisciples Stay in the KnowCommunity DinnersIf you are interested or would like some more informationplease contact the parish office at 822-5962 or Mary Anneat 822-1837. Thank you!Sponsors for the coming weeks include:July 23: Linda WrobelJuly 30: MAK & FriendsAugust 6: VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDJuly 30: MAK & FriendsAttic TreasuresWanted: Small pieces of furniture, baby items, CDs,DVDs, Books, working electronics and small appliances, florals, frames, artwork, games and puzzlesthat have ALL the pieces, gardening items, homedécor, housewares, jewelry, religious items, school &craft supplies, sports equipment, tools, gently usedtoys, Christmas and holiday items, purses, luggage,backpacks.What we cannot accept: Reference books(encyclopedias), blankets, pillows, clothing, shoes,cosmetics, personal care items, curtains, drapes,stuffed animals, music on tapes, VHS tapes, anddolls.Drop off dates for donations are: Thursday, August 5th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm Thursday, August 12th from 6:00pm – 8:00pm Sunday, August 21st from 10:00am – 2:00pmPlease drop off the following items to the ParishCenter at the above times. Also, we would love if youhad any bags to donate too!!Attic Treasures is taking place on: Friday, Aug. 27th Preview Night. Get first look for 5/person from 6:00pm – 8:00pm Saturday, Aug. 28th from 9:00am – 2:00pm Sunday, Aug. 29th 11:00am – 2:00pmRoad to RenewalAll information on the Road to Renewal from theDiocese of Buffalo can be found at:RoadToRenewal.org. We encourage you to educateyourself on the process and all updates.Parish StaffPastorFr. Steve JekielekFr.Steve@olcp.orgDeaconsDeacon Tim MaloneyDeacon Steve SchumerBusiness ManagerElaine WilliamsE.Williams@olcp.orgDirector of Music & WorshipBrian Meyermusic@olcp.orgWeekend Mass ScheduleSaturday4:00pm (St. Ambrose Site)Administrative AssistantDiana Deckd.deck@olcp.orgSunday8:30am (Holy Family Site)10:00am (St. Ambrose Site)11:30am (Holy Family Site)Sacramental PreparationMaureen BrownKathleen MulqueenOffice HoursWeekend/Weekday HelpMonday - Thursday, 8:30am - 4:30pmFr. Sam Giangreco, Jr.Fr. Robert (Bob) Hora(Office will be closed 12:00pm - 12:30pm for lunch)Friday, closedPrayer Link768-4022823-2067(716) 822-59624Please consider remembering our parishcommunity in your will.

Buffalo, NYJuly 17/18, 2021SummerFest 2.1 NewsSaturday, July 31st, 4:00pm - 11:00pmThe Summerfest Co-chairs have been hard at work coming up with safe evening of fun andentertainment to celebrate the 11th year of Our Lady of Charity!Our NEW ADDITION this week is that the 4:00pm Saturday Mass will be celebrated under the bigtent outside!Chiavetta’s chicken dinners will be served from 5:00 - 7:00pm for eat-in or take away. Homemadedesserts will also be for sale. (NEW!)Rince Na Tiarna Irish dancers will perform at 7:00pm, get ready for reel dancing, treble jiggingand hornipping!Dennis George, famed WNY Quiz Master will host Family Feud and other TV game shows at8:00pm and 8:40pm. Organize your team now!!Basket, gift card and 50/50 splits will be drawn throughout the evening, concluding with the Potof Gold raffle!Mark your calendars! We are open and ready to see each other again!What can you do to make SummerFest 2.1 a success?PRAY! For God to bless us and our gatheringDONATE! Theme Baskets, gift cards, lottery ticketsVOLUNTEER! Sign ups are virtual via OurLadyofCharity.com and paper sign up forms are in theback of each church site.BUY! Buy your Pot of Gold ticket, Chiavetta Dinner Tickets and Basket Raffle ticketsSELL! Help sell dinner and raffle ticketsBAKE! Bake something for the dessert table. Please bring baked goods starting at 3:00 PM!INVITE! Invite everyone you know to come to SummerFest 2.1!Chicken dinner and basket raffle tickets will be sold after Masses starting July 3rd & 4th.Volunteer Meeting, July 21st @ 6:00pm in the Parish CenterFor more information call text or email your SummerFest 2.1 Co-Chairs: Marianne Dixon863-7361 mariannedixon128@gmail.com or Pat DiVito 949-1069 pattydivito@gmail.com5

Buffalo, NYJuly 17/18, 2021Disciples Pray TogetherMass IntentionsPlease Pray For Our DeadLet us remember all those who have gone before us: Fr. Richard Celano, Fr. Robert Yetter.May they rest in peace.Sat./Sun., July 17/18 - 16th Sun. in Ord. TimeSA 4:00pmAnne Lynch (req. by the Sciarrino family)HF 8:30amJoe & Joan WatkinsSalvatore & May Timpani (Anniv. Rem., req. by Patricia Watkins)SA 10:00amPeg Thexton (2nd Anniv. Rem., req. by her family)HF 11:30amShirley Gibbs (req. by the nieces & nephews of the Gibbs andThe 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Order of Mass Processional Hymn: The King of Love MyShepherd Is (#712) Gloria: Mass of Creation Readings and Responsorial Psalm: #1138 Offertory: Heart of a Shepherd (#786)Mon., July 19 - Weekday in Ordinary Time Mass Parts: Mass of Creation (#198, #199, #202)SA 8:00am - Jack Driscoll II (Anniv. Rem., req. by Jack Driscoll) Agnus Dei: Holy Cross Mass (#391)Tues., July 20 - Weekday in Ordinary Time Communion: Gift of Finest Wheat (#940)SA 8:00am - Barbara Guenther (5th Anniv. Rem., req by family)Kevin Fuller (Birth. Rem., req by family) Recessional : Joyful, Joyful, We Are You (#614)Banns of MarriageAbigail Campbell and Andrew Klimowicz will bemarried on Saturday, July 24th at the Holy Familysite. Please hold this couple in prayer as theyprepare for the Sacrament of Matrimony.Wed., July 21 - Weekday in Ordinary TimeSA 8:00am - Donald Seel (req. by Mary Alice Walz)Thurs., July 22 - St. Mary MagdaleneFirst ReconciliationSA 8:00am - People of the Parish (req. by Fr. Steve)Our kids will be making their First Reconciliationon Wednesday, July 21st, at 6:00pm in the St.Ambrose site. Please pray for them as theyprepare to make this step in their faith journey.Fri., July 23 - Weekday in Ordinary TimeSA 8:00am - Most Forgotten Soul in Purgatory (req. by aparishioner)Please Pray For Our SickSat./Sun., July 24/25 - 17th Sun. in Ord. Time“Master, the one you love is ill.” (John 11:1-2)Edna Albert, Irene Andrzejewski, Irene Barrett, LouiseBeamish, Teresa Beamish, Lillian Beyers, AnnAlvira-Buchnowski, Patricia Cajak, Maureen Canney,Cheryl Clontz, Patricia Colern, Caroline Dominesey, DottieEberle, Vara Jones, Linda Kurcz, Madisyn Ledder, JanetMurray, Karen O’Neill, Mary Pilon, Maryann Rigby, SandyRiley, Jane Rozek, Mary Sands, June Stebbins,Ruth WhiteDaniel Barry, Michael Beyers, Leon Bolick, Owen Chase,Eric Crawford, Vincent Crawford, Frank Czapezyk,Francis Davis, Larry Deskiewicz, Richard Dinnocenzo,Paul Fitzpatrick, Jason Florea, Eric G.,Emmett Jakubowski, Rob Karr, Pat Kuhn, Andrew Kuper,Robert Maggio, George Rodriguez, Josean Rodriguez,The family of Coach Frank Rossi, Jeremiah Smith,Jim Sweeney, Tom WalshMcCartan families)SA 4:00pmJoe Szewczyk (42nd Anniv., req. by Barbara & Family)HF 8:30amPatricia Heitzhaus (65th Wedding Anniv., req. by her family)SA 10:00amTheresa Eckert (Birth. Rem., req. by her loving husband)HF 11:30amHerman & Joan Hollsein and Shelly Holowaty (req. bytheir family)ConfessionsEvery Saturday (St. Ambrose Site)3:15pm - 3:45pm(Or by request. Call the Parish Office at 822-5962)6