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March For Life Pilgrimage 2018

11/30/2017

March For Life Pilgrimage 2018 - The March for Life pilgrimage will be Jan 17-21, 2018. All people 13 years of age and older are invited to be a witness to the dignity of life for the unborn, elderly, and those who society regards as useless. We’ll travel with a Diocesan group via motorcoach. This is for YOUTH & ADULTS. Cost is ~$330 for teens, $290 for chaperones. Deposit of $175 due by Dec. 1. Pilgrims will also get a hooded sweat- shirt. Fundraising options and need-based scholarships are available. (*$25 less if you have a hood from previous March) For more info please contact Mr. Dan Kitzhaber

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

Pilgrims for Life Fundraiser – Need QUART Jars & Cloth The youth preparing to participate in the March for Life will again be making and selling delicious Jar Mixes. We need more QUART size canning jars as well as Christmas colored cloth scraps for covering jars. If you have some to donate, please contact Mr. Dan Kitzhaber

SHS High School Luncheon Bible Study: Starting Sept 12, then every Tuesday meet in room 310 during your lunch period. Bring your lunch and a hunger to grow in your faith. We read, discuss & share God’s Word and the food. This year, we’ll be reading 1 Corinthians. This is a GREAT opportunity! Bring your friends!!

From the Desk of Father Martin - November 26, 2017

11/29/2017

Praised be Jesus Christ! We celebrate the great Feast of Christ the King, so for all of you who are members of that wonderful parish, “Buona Festa!” Some of you are probably familiar with what are called “demotivational posters” – the first one I ever saw hung in Bishop Listecki’s conference room. It was a framed picture of the pyramids in Egypt and underneath there was the following caption: “Achievement: You can do anything you set your mind to when you have vision, determination, and an endless supply of expendable labor.” Dripping with sarcasm, the poster reminds us that many of the so-called wonders of the ancient world were built by slave labor. And it’s important to remember such things because the effects of original sin will always be with us. For example, being a king comes with certain expectations and one of them is the ability to do whatever you feel like doing. The Roman Emperors began to live like this and the damage done to their credibility was disastrous. Sadly, the widespread mythologies further exacerbated the problem by confusing the people about what one might expect from gods and goddesses. Outside the Jews, most people had very little grasp of the goodness or purity of God. When Jesus claimed to be both God’s Son and a king, many misconstrued this to be a power play that would free the Jews from the yoke of Caesar. But Jesus was a very different type of king – whereas the pantheon of gods and goddesses indulged practically every carnal pleasure imaginable, Jesus had nowhere to lay His head and completely refrained from any sinful pleasures. And where a King was expected to be ruthless in imposing His will, Jesus accepted cruelty and died praying for His murderers. This was a shocking thing and many of the high-ranking Jews were threatened by it because it meant the end of their own power and political machinations. Jesus came not to be served, but to serve, and His Kingdom clearly was not of this world. Asking His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him was not immediately understood or accepted even by His most faithful followers. It’s no wonder that G.K. Chesterton once quipped, “It’s not that Christianity has been tried and found wanting. No, it’s been found difficult and not tried.” Yes, Jesus was a different kind of king and we still find Him to be disappointing in that He refuses to do things our way. We want to be saved by strong government or the right political party or the leader with the best ideas and the most power. Instead, it’s a poor man on a cross on a Friday afternoon that saves us and we continue to find this to be foolishness and a real stumbling block. In the middle of the 4th century Julian became the Roman Emperor and he immediately set out to destroy Christianity. Julian thought that by rebuilding the Temple he would defy Jesus’ prophecy about how one day it would be destroyed and never rebuilt. But Julian came up against some interesting forces, as the following quote makes clear: “Though Alypius pushed the work forward energetically and though he was assisted by the governor of the province, frightful balls of fire kept bursting forth near the foundations of the temple and made it impossible for the workers to approach the place, and some were even burned to death. And since the elements persistently drove them back, Julian gave up the attempt,”(The Building of Christendom, Carroll, pg. 52). Legend has it that Julian died while whispering, “Thou hast conquered, O pale Galilean.” One hopes that it was then that Julian came to realize that Jesus did conquer, but His weapons were a cross and the Blood of the Lamb. Long live Jesus Christ our King, yesterday, today, and forever!
May the power and glory of Christ the King fill our hearts with hope and joy!
Your friend in Christ, Father Martin

First Friday Adoration this week

11/28/2017

REMINDER to Parishioners * 24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration for 2017 - First Friday – December 1 through December 2
** 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.

Mark your calendars: P.C.C.W. St Catherine’s Circle will be having “Bake and Craft Sale” after all masses the weekend of December 2 & 3, 2017. We extend an invitation to you to look over the items for gift giving and for your sweet tooth. A great Christmas gift giving idea, our very own “Christ the King Cookbook” created in 2011 and available at the parish office during office hours * Cost of $15.00

Time again for the 2017 “Giving Tree” !!! The tree has been placed in the Gathering Room. Each year the Family Life & Social Justice Committee members and the families who receive the gifts are overwhelmed by your generosity. As a reminder: If you take a tag, please write your name and phone number on the sign-out sheet located near the tree. (this is so we can contact you if there is no gift returned for that tag we know who to contact) Also very important , please place the gift tag number on the top of the gift so that it goers to the right person / family. Please return your gifts, as soon as possible, so we can get begin to sort them. This really helps to get a headstart with the sorting according to the family / person receiving them. The latest return is Sunday- December 17, 2017, this helps to get the gifts to the families in a timely manner. Any questions please call Sue Toufar

Annual PCCW Christmas Party * Monday-Dec. 4, 2017 * 5:30 pm reception and 6 pm potluck meal. We extend an invitation to all ladies of the parish, as every lady is a member of the PCCW to attend * A sign-up sheet has been placed on the back table, please sign your name so we can get an estimate as to how many will be attending and if you choose to do so, bring your favorite dish to pass, please write it by your name on the sign-up sheet. Thank you.
Diane Witmer * President and Diane Lang * Vice-President

Wednesday-November 22, 2017 Father Samuel Martin will be celebrant at our parish for an evening mass @ 5:30 p.m. Come and give thanks to God for the blessings he has given you and your families.

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Homily for the Feast of Christ the King

11/27/2017

Listen to the homily for the feast of Christ the King from St. John the Baptist Church:

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Bishops Approve Canonical Step For Sainthood Cause For Lakota Catechist

11/24/2017

News from the USCCB:
Bishops Approve Canonical Step For Sainthood Cause For Lakota Catechist - BALTIMORE—The U.S. Bishops have approved by voice vote the canonical consultation of canonization for a Lakota Catechist at their annual fall General Assembly in Baltimore. Sought by Bishop Robert D. Gruss of Rapid City, South Dakota, the voice vote is in keeping with the Episcopal consultation process as a step in the Catholic Church's process toward declaring a person a saint.....Read More

News from the Pope:
Pope addresses end-of-life issues - (Vatican Radio) When faced with the new challenges that arise with regard to “end-of-life” issues, “the categorical imperative is to never abandon the sick.” In a letter to participants in the European Regional Meeting of the World Medical Association on end-of-life issues, Pope Francis said:....Read More

News from the Church:
Synod Preparations Reveal Church, Young Adults at Crossroads - WASHINGTON — For the past several months, dioceses and Catholic organizations across the country consulted youth and young adults on their most pressing concerns and their relationship with the Church, as part of the preparation for the upcoming 2018 Synod on Young People, Faith and Vocational Discernment in Rome.........Read more

Happy Thanksgiving!

11/23/2017

Thanksgiving Blessings from Father Samuel Martin, Father Daniel Sedlacek, Deacon Jeff Austin and Staff

From the Desk of Father Martin - November 19, 2017

11/22/2017

Praised be Jesus Christ! Given that it is deer season this weekend, this column will be slanted toward the women in our parishes . . . . I sure hope this is not sexist! First up is a list for all of you Moms who are trying to keep your family close while negotiating the pros and cons of modern technology. The following comes from the Religious Sisters of Mercy in Alma, Michigan and originated in a presentation they gave called “Safe technology use strategies.” Here are their main points: 1) Designate some times and spaces in the home as “screen- free.” This strategy can promote healthy family interaction. For example, no computer usage, TV, or cell phones during meals gives family members the chance to communicate with others. 2) Make the bedroom a screen-free zone especially an hour before bedtime. Even sleeping with a cell phone nearby has negative effects on sleep patterns. 3) Play fewer computer games. Computer games tend to isolate rather than build relationships. They also have an addictive effect, especially for adolescents; moreover, they contribute to an overly-competitive attitude and a desensitization to violence. 4) Play more board games or sports games. Take a walk! This kind of activity builds interaction and also combats obesity. 5) Be vigilant about what websites the children access. They can be exposed to negative things even by accident. 6) Prevent “virtual” friendships from taking precedence over the real ones. 7) If your child is engaged in social media usage, monitor the content carefully to ensure there is not material which could endanger the child. 8) Make sure younger children are getting the hands-on exploration and social interaction that fosters overall healthy development. Keeping up our all-women motif, next up are some hopeful stories of women leading the way to Christ. Maybe you’re aware of the pop singer Lady Gaga and that she had to cancel her European tour because of physical and mental health struggles. She is a Catholic who seems to be growing closer to God and she posted a picture recently of her praying the Rosary. Another pop singer by the name of Kesha has a song out right now titled “Praying” and the video is worth your while. It begins with a monologue of Kesha searching for the meaning of suffering and how God seems to be absent during such times. The video is hauntingly beautiful and makes it clear that Kesha is experiencing some sort of conversion. Again, here is a soul worthy of our prayers. Given the incredible influence these people have on our youth, it’s important that we ask God to give them the graces necessary for a deep trust in His providence for their life. Of course not all of our pop stars are experiencing spiritual awakenings. For example, Taylor Swift’s new song is titled “Look What You Made Me Do” and seems obsessed with the disordered desire for revenge. And if that’s not troubling enough, the song’s title makes it clear that the subject is a victim who is in no way responsible for the retribution (after all “you made me do it”). On a lighter note, Meghan Trainor seems set on solipsism (basically an extreme form of egocentrism) with her new song “Me Too.” The first time I heard it on the radio I started laughing because I thought we had pretty well hit rock bottom with self-promotion. But let’s give Trainor her due: never before has someone sung with sincerity “If I was you I’d wanna be me too.” Crazy stuff! But if you’ve seen the PetSmart commercial with dogs accompanied by this song you know that even such drivel can be funny!
May our prayers win the grace of deep and ongoing conversion for all of us, especially those most in need of God’s love!
Your friend in Christ, Father Martin

Time again for the 2017 “Giving Tree”

11/21/2017

Time again for the 2017 “Giving Tree” !!! The tree has been placed in the Gathering Room. Each year the Family Life & Social Justice Committee members and the families who receive the gifts are overwhelmed by your generosity. As a reminder: If you take a tag, please write your name and phone number on the sign-out sheet located near the tree. (this is so we can contact you if there is no gift returned for that tag we know who to contact) Also very important , please place the gift tag number on the top of the gift so that it goers to the right person / family. Please return your gifts, as soon as possible, so we can get begin to sort them. This really helps to get a headstart with the sorting according to the family / person receiving them. The latest return is Sunday- December 17, 2017, this helps to get the gifts to the families in a timely manner. Any questions please call Sue Toufar

“Tis almost the season already, and music rehearsals for December 24th Christmas Evening mass will be starting soon!
The scheduled dates for rehearsal are: Sunday-November 26 * Sunday -December 3 * Sunday-December 10 Rehearsals will begin immediately following the 10 a.m. mass for approximately 1 hour until 11:15 a.m. As always, we extend an invitation for you to join us as a singer or instrumentalist Please consider joining us !!! Questions can be directed to Theresa Schauer

Mark your calendars: P.C.C.W. St Catherine’s Circle will be having “Bake and Craft Sale” after all masses the weekend of December 2 & 3, 2017. We extend an invitation to you to look over the items for gift giving and for your sweet tooth. A great Christmas gift giving idea, our very own “Christ the King Cookbook” created in 2011 and available at the parish office during office hours * Cost of $15.00

Annual PCCW Christmas Party * Monday-Dec. 4, 2017 * 5:30 pm reception and 6 pm potluck meal. We extend an invitation to all ladies of the parish, as every lady is a member of the PCCW to attend * A sign-up sheet has been placed on the back table, please sign your name so we can get an estimate as to how many will be attending and if you choose to do so, bring your favorite dish to pass, please write it by your name on the sign-up sheet. Thank you.
Diane Witmer * President and Diane Lang * Vice-President

Wednesday-November 22, 2017 Father Samuel Martin will be celebrant at our parish for an evening mass @ 5:30 p.m. Come and give thanks to God for the blessings he has given you and your families.

Connect with your Parish like never before! Get parish and diocesan messages, daily readings, Catholic news and more by downloading the free myParish app today! Text “app” to “88202” to download

Homily for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

11/20/2017

Listen to the homily for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time from St. John the Baptist Church:

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Pope approves the heroic virtues of Pope John Paul I

11/17/2017

News from the Pope:
Pope approves the heroic virtues of Pope John Paul I - Pope John Paul I has moved a step closer to sainthood with the recognition of his heroic virtues. Pope Francis on Wednesday authorized the Congregation for the Causes of Saints to promulgate the decree approving his predecessor’s heroic virtues which confers on him the title ‘Venerable’....Read More

News from the USCCB:
House Tax Reform Bill “Unacceptable” As Written, Say U.S. Bishops Chairmen - WASHINGTON—In a letter of November 9, Bishop Frank J. Dewane of Venice, Florida, Bishop Oscar Cantú of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and Bishop George V. Murry, SJ of Youngstown, Ohio called for amendments to the current draft of the House of Representatives tax reform bill "for the sake of families" and "for those struggling on the peripheries of society who have a claim on our national conscience."....Read More

News from the Church:
Peter Kreeft on Healing Reformation’s Wounds: Prayer, Love Key to Christian Unity - The 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation is an opportunity to take stock of the progress Protestants and Catholics have made toward reunion and focus on how to heal the barriers that remain, contends Boston College professor of philosophy Peter Kreeft........Read mor

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Welcome 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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