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Buffalo News on Corpus Christi Exhibit

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By Harold McNeil
NEWS STAFF REPORTER
October 09, 2009
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Dozens of supporters of Corpus Christi Catholic Church turned out Thursday for a special look at an exhibit that celebrates the East Side church’s past and future.

The exhibit, housed in Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum on Porter Avenue, coincides with the successful completion of the parish’s $1 million preservation fund campaign.

“In a time of crisis, over the past four years, we were able to raise $1 million, which is extraordinary for a church on the East Side where you don’t really have too many people,” said the Rev. Anzelm Chalupka, pastor of Corpus Christi.

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KARPELES MUSEUM TO HOST CORPUS CHRISTI EXHIBIT

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Retrospective Celebrates Landmark Church’s Unique Legacy

The exhibit, entitled Corpus Christi Then & Now: A Beacon of Hope for Buffalo focuses on the historic, architectural and artistic importance of this magnificent church. The display is being presented in collaboration with the Father Justin Rosary Hour, celebrating The Life And Legacy Of Fr. Justin Figas: Fifty Years After His Passing; and The Am-Pol Eagle, Voice Of Polonia For Fifty Years.

The unique heritage will soon be featured in a special exhibit at the Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum Porter Hall, opening to the public on October 13, 2009 and running through November 29. Admission is free. The museum is open Tuesday – Sunday from 11:00a.m. – 4:00p.m.   [Read more…]