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Cardinal Dolan Presents 2016 People Of Life Awards WASHINGTON—The 2016 People of Life Awards were given on August 8 to a medical doctor and two diocesan pro-life directors – a retired lay woman and a priest – for their lifetime commitment to pro-life work during the annual Diocesan Pro-Life Leadership Conference...Read More News from the Pope: Pope Francis sends telegramme for victims of Hurricane Earl - (Vatican Radio) Pope Francis sent a telegramme on Monday expressing his condolences and prayers for the victims of Hurricane Earl in Central America....Read More News from the Church: Aid to the Church in Need Helps Persecuted Youth Partake in Krakow 2016 - Poverty and persecution have devastating realities for young Christians throughout the world. However, thanks to Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), some 3,500 youth were able to be present in Krakow for the 31st World Youth Day. Those chosen were from nations where the Church suffers, not only because of discrimination or persecution, but also lack of resources. Among those the Church charity assisted were young people of Eastern Europe, as well as those from the Middle East, Central Asia and Latin America....Read more WELCOME BACK! Dan Kitzhaber * Deb, Mandy Jo, Mikayla Mlsna * * Felcia Bauer * Courtney Buss * Katie Fleischman and Father Daniel Sedlacek . We are sure you have a lot to share about your experiences in Poland and World Youth Day (-:
Youth Rummage Sale was a huge success and “Thank You” to those you brought donated items to this event to support our youth of this parish (-: and to those who came to make a purchase. Going to College? Know someone who is? Do you know someone who is heading off to college this fall? A new website sponsored by the Serra Club can help. At www.newmanconnection.com , click “Get Connected” and your students coming to campus can sign up to receive information about campus ministry at prospective schools across the nation. Don’t miss out on the opportunities to meet great people and experience the prayer, service, and social events that campus ministry offers. If you know someone going to college, make sure they visit www.newmanconnection.com ! Teen & Young Adult Retreat Team Looking for teens and young adults to help lead youth retreats. Living Stones is the name of the group and it rocks! Meet lots of great people, grow in your faith, and have tons of fun. If interested, contact Mr. Dan Kitzhaber.
After concluding the Easter season and ushering in Ordinary Time with the feast of Pentecost, the Church quickly turns her gaze to the greatest gift Jesus could ever give us on this earth, His abiding presence in the Eucharist.
The great feast of Corpus Christi, also known as the feast of the Body and Blood of the Lord, is currently celebrated the Sunday following Trinity Sunday after Pentecost. It is a day when we commemorate Jesus' presence in the most Blessed Sacrament. We are reminded on this day that the sacred host we see at Mass is not a "what," but a "who." What does that mean? I thought the Eucharist was just some piece of bread? Not at all. Let's look at Jesus' words in Scripture. Jesus said to His apostles: “I will not leave you orphans” (John 14:18). Jesus did not want to go through His death and Resurrection and leave us alone on earth, without His abiding presence. Because of that immense love for us, Jesus instituted the Eucharist at the Last Supper, as theCatechism of the Catholic Church explains: 1337 The Lord, having loved those who were his own, loved them to the end. Knowing that the hour had come to leave this world and return to the Father, in the course of a meal he washed their feet and gave them the commandment of love. In order to leave them a pledge of this love, in order never to depart from his own and to make them sharers in his Passover, he instituted the Eucharist as the memorial of his death and Resurrection, and commanded his apostles to celebrate it until his return; “thereby he constituted them priests of the New Testament.” 1339 Jesus chose the time of Passover to fulfill what he had announced at Capernaum: giving his disciples his Body and his Blood: … And he took bread, and when he had given thanks he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” And likewise the cup after supper, saying, “This cup which is poured out for you is the New Covenant in my blood.” Connected with the desire to not leave us as orphans, Jesus, in a mysterious way, wanted to make Himself truly present under the appearances of bread and wine. While the bread and wine at the Last Supper (and at every Mass) look like bread and wine, Christ makes Himself truly present under those appearances. This makes Jesus’ presence in the Eucharist very different from anything else. The Catechism explains: 1374 The mode of Christ’s presence under the Eucharistic species is unique. It raises the Eucharist above all the sacraments as “the perfection of the spiritual life and the end to which all the sacraments tend.” In the most blessed sacrament of the Eucharist "the body and blood, together with the soul and divinity, of our Lord Jesus Christ and, therefore, the whole Christ is truly, really, and substantially contained." "This presence is called ‘real’ - by which is not intended to exclude the other types of presence as if they could not be 'real’ too, but because it is presence in the fullest sense: that is to say, it is a substantial presence by which Christ, God and man, makes himself wholly and entirely present.” So the piece of bread that is present in our churches is not simply a piece of bread. If it were, going to Mass would be pointless. Instead, the Eucharist in churches and chapels around the world is Jesus Himself, truly and totally present. This means that the Eucharist is not a “what” but a “Who.” How is that possible? Next week we will take a brief look into how normal bread and wine are transformed into the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. Read the Entire Series
Call to Action a Call to Prayer from Wisconsin State Council Knights of Columbus . State Chaplain Father Rick is calling on all Brother Knights in Wisconsin to pray a 54 day “Novena for our Nation.” Beginning on Monday-August 15th, All catholic people of faith in our country will embrace a mission of what is considered self-survival, praying this 54 day novena. Please go to website for more information: www.novenaforournation.com and The United Sates Bishops are calling for Friday-September 9th, 2016 to be a “Day of Prayer for Peace” in the United States in the wake of all the violence that has been occurring in recent weeks and months. Ministry Participants: The ministry schedule will be worked on for September / October / November / December 2016. Please let parish office know if you will stepping down from your ministry position so the next ministry schedule can be adjusted properly.. Deadline is: Monday - August 15 @ Noon ... ** There is a need of participants in the ministries of lector / servers/ crucifix bearers / Ushers at weekend masses. Please consider using your time and talent to help out at these masses. There are reference guides, in the sacristy, that help you to prepare for the weekend masses. If you have any questions about a particular ministry do not hesitate to ask Father Martin or one of the ministry participants who are in that particular ministry that you have a interest in. If you would like to be a Minister of Holy Communion please talk to Father Martin as there is certain protocol for this ministry. Cards FOR SALE single or box available … Sponsored by the P CCW.. Please take time to look over all the wonderful selections. The price is marked on each box. (Located in carport / north entrance of the church ) PCCW Church Cookbook - Consider purchasing the “New” cookbook as a gift or for other upcoming events, such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, etc. The cost: $15. You can pick them up at the parish office during weekday office hours.
News from the Diocese: Life as a missionary in Peru brings Abigail Schreiner closer to God and gives her life direction and peace - When Abigail Schreiner, from Athens, first came to Peru in 2013 as part of a pilgrimage, God showed her the dignity and beauty of the South American country. “I was just awestruck by everything I saw and the people I met,” says Abigail. “I felt a very big attraction to this country and the people. It intrigued me.” Along with her mother and the Wisconsin pilgrims, Abigail spent time at Casa Hogar Juan Pablo II Orphanage in Lurin, Peru. It was there that she felt a great impact. Even after returning to life in Athens, Abigail found Peru still pulled on her heart....Read More News from the Pope: Pope prepares to mark the “Pardon of Assisi” - Pope Francis this week embarks on a short pilgrimage to mark the 8thcentenary of the “Pardon of Assisi,” a feast which commemorates the establishment of a plenary indulgence for all who pass through the chapel where the Franciscan order was founded....Read More News from the Church: ‘Go Away, Satan,’ French Priest Declared Before Being Killed by ISIS Terrorists - ROUEN, France — During Tuesday’s funeral Mass for Father Jacques Hamel, who was killed last week by Islamic State terrorists, the archbishop of Rouen recalled that Father Hamel tried to push away his murderer with his feet, saying twice, “Go away, Satan.” Archbishop Dominique Lebrun interpreted this as Father Hamel expressing his “faith in man, created good, but grasped by the devil.”....Read more Youth Rummage Sale Aug. 4, during the Spencer city-wide rummage sale, the youth will be holding a sale at Christ the King in the Seton Center. You are invited to donate your gently used items Aug. 2 or 3, 9-3pm or call to make arrangements 659-4480. You are also invited to come purchase items from this sale to support these pilgrims on this spiritual journey. For more info. please contact Mr. Dan Kitzhaber.
Going to College? Know someone who is? Do you know someone who is heading off to college this fall? A new website sponsored by the Serra Club can help. At www.newmanconnection.com , click “Get Connected” and your students coming to campus can sign up to receive information about campus ministry at prospective schools across the nation. Don’t miss out on the opportunities to meet great people and experience the prayer, service, and social events that campus ministry offers. If you know someone going to college, make sure they visit www.newmanconnection.com ! Teen & Young Adult Retreat Team Looking for teens and young adults to help lead youth retreats. Living Stones is the name of the group and it rocks! Meet lots of great people, grow in your faith, and have tons of fun. If interested, contact Mr. Dan Kitzhaber.
Nine days after the celebration of Jesus' Ascension into Heaven, the Church celebrates the coming of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Sunday. It is a joyous day, one that concludes the Easter season and ushers in a time during the liturgical year that is focused on the Holy Spirit's actions in the Church.
The event is recorded in the book of Acts: "When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim." (Acts 2:1-4) As a note, the apostles were all gathered for the celebration of the Jewish feast of Pentecost. It was called the "Feast of Weeks" and commemorated the giving of the Law to Moses at Mount Sinai. God chose this day to impart the Holy Spirit upon His Church to show how the Old Law was passing away, making way for the New Law in Christ Jesus. Liturgically the color of vestments for Pentecost is red and symbolizes the fire of the Holy Spirit that rested on the apostles. It is a tradition in some churches to throw red rose pedals from the ceiling to commemorate the descent of the tongues of fire. Pentecost is also known as the birthday of the Catholic Church, for from that point onward the apostles went out to baptize and spread the Gospel. Before then, they had locked themselves in the upper room in fear of the Jews. This event gave Peter and the twelve the strength and courage to fulfill the mission they were given by Jesus. The descent of the Holy Spirit also fulfills the promise of Jesus of an Advocate who would abide with them until the end of time. We believe that the Holy Spirit is with us today and continues to animate the Church's life, especially through the teachings on faith and morals of the Pope. This allows us to believe with certainty that the Pope can teach without error in official Church documents that pertain to teachings on faith and morals. We believe the Holy Spirit is with us and that we can rest assured that the Advocate will not lead us astray. Pentecost also ushers in the continuation of Ordinary Time and is meant to be a time of growth, reflecting on the action of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Read the Entire Series
REMINDER to Parishioners * 24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration – 2016 -First Friday – August 5 through August 6, 2016 ** Starting at 9 am on Friday an ending at 9 am on Saturday) Note: There will be a prayer petition book placed out the week prior to our First Friday Eucharistic Adoration. Anyone wishing to have petitions offered during Adoration may enter their petition into the book and they will be prayed for. Attention: Church doors are locked @ 9 p.m. until 6 a.m. if you are coming to pray during this time please knock on door (under carport) 5 minutes before the start of each hour and you will be let in by person already inside of church.
The PCCW / St. Ann and St. Theresa’s Circles Annual “pie in the Park” will take place on Thursday-August 4, 2016 starting @ 9 a,m @ the Lion’s Shelter in the park *** The pies are always delicious and Bar-B-Q Luncheon Plate, will be available, so you do not have to worry what you will have for lunch on this Thursday. Your financial support of this annual summer-time event is greatly appreciated. Also taking place is the annual “city-wide” garage sale, please take time to stop by the Seton center and check out the bargains! Mark your calendars and plan to attend !!! A “Thank You” is extended to the St. Anne’s Circle ladies for their help in set-up, serving, clean-up, preparation of desserts, etc. for the Taylor Funeral on July 15th. “Thank You” to Joyce Abegglen who prepared the Scalloped Potatoes and to Diane Witmer , our PCCW president, for all your assistance and guidance. Ann Pankratz and Marcia Draeger * Co-chairladies ** Ladies ...please stop down in dining hall to pick up your personal cake pans, bowls, etc. in which you brought an item in for this funeral and other funerals in the past. Ministry Participants: The ministry schedule will be worked on for September / October / November / December 2016. Please let parish office know if you will stepping down from your ministry position so the next ministry schedule can be adjusted properly.. Deadline is: Monday - August 15 @ Noon ... ** There is a need of participants in the ministries of lector / servers/ crucifix bearers / Ushers at weekend masses. Please consider using your time and talent to help out at these masses. There are reference guides, in the sacristy, that help you to prepare for the weekend masses. If you have any questions about a particular ministry do not hesitate to ask Father Martin or one of the ministry participants who are in that particular ministry that you have a interest in. If you would like to be a Minister of Holy Communion please talk to Father Martin as there is certain protocol for this ministry. Cards FOR SALE single or box available … Sponsored by the P CCW.. Please take time to look over all the wonderful selections. The price is marked on each box. (Located in carport / north entrance of the church ) PCCW Church Cookbook - Consider purchasing the “New” cookbook as a gift or for other upcoming events, such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations, etc. The cost: $15. You can pick them up at the parish office during weekday office hours. |
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Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Stay Connected with Our ParishWelcome from Our PastorWelcome to Christ the King Catholic Church! Ever since 1938 this parish has been assisting souls in their quest for deeper union with God. Our mission statement is essentially found in the stained glass window above the main altar: “For Christ our King.” Insofar as God made us and we belong to Him, we have come to... Read More
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