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Disputa and Mayer Stained Glass Windows presentation at Corpus Christi Church

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Back By Popular Demand Special Presentation!

A unique presentation about the Mayer Stained Glass Windows housed in Corpus Christi Church, and a detailed explanation of the Disputa, painting over our altar will take place on Saturday, February 23rd , at 3:00 pm in the beautiful Church, 199 Clark Street, one block east of the Broadway Market.   Martin Ederer, PhD; Professor of Medieval History at Buffalo State College will discuss the figures represented in the painting and their significance in history and why they may have been selected to be in the painting.

Also present will be representatives from the Swiatek Studios Inc., who will discuss and have on display examples of the restoration and conservation that will be done to the Church’s windows.

The afternoon’s presentation will also feature Mary Palmer, teacher, musician, and the parish music director, who will perform a short musical program.

This is the second in a series of discussions held by the parish. Come and learn firsthand more about the fascinating people showcased in our representation of the Disputa, and the concepts and process used to conserve the history of the Church.

A free will collection will be accepted, that will be used for the restoration of the windows.

Guests are invited to stay for the 5 PM Saturday vigil Mass after the presentation.

Celebrate Wigilia at Corpus Christi Church on January 13th!

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Corpus Christi Parish invites YOU to our Wigilia (traditional Polish Christmas dinner) Celebration on Sunday, January 13th, after the 11:00 a.m. Mass. The Canadian folk group Ludowa Nuta will sing during Mass (11 a.m.), accompanied by their traditional instruments, and continue the celebration in our Social Hall while dinner is being served. Tickets are $15 pre-sale. A limited number will be available at the door for $18.

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