Hrist THE ING Arish: Iocese OF Oliet
Hrist THE ING Arish: Iocese OF Oliet
Hrist THE ING Arish: Iocese OF Oliet
DIOCESE OF JOLIET
1501 South Main Street, Lombard, IL 60148 Rectory: (630) 629-1717 Fax: (630) 705-0692 Academy: (630) 627-0640 Fax: (630) 705-0139
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WEEKEND LITURGY:
Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 Noon
EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION:
1st Thursday 9:00 am until Midnight Adoration of Blessed Sacrament in Tabernacle Other Thursdays 9:00 am-8:00 pm
RECTORY HOURS:
Mon 10:00 am-3:00 pm Tues-Thurs: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am 12:00 pm After Hours By Appointment Main Office closed: 12-12:30 pm REGISTRATION: We welcome you as a family member of Christ the King Parish. It is our hope and prayer that you feel at home with us at weekend masses, prayer times, and parish activities. Registration is on the first Sunday of the month in the narthex, after each Mass or come to the parish office during business hours. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Arrangements for baptisms are made by attending a preparation meeting. Parish registration is a prerequisite for attending the meeting. 630.629.1717 x0 SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Please allow eight months of preparation time. Date arrangements are made after the initial meeting with pastor or a representative before any other commitments are made. Contact 630.396.6076 ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you or one of your loved ones are in need of the Sacrament contact the rectory or see the priest after Mass. In case of an emergency of illness or death, please contact the rectory, ext 1. SACRAMENT PREPARATION FOR CHILDREN: A child must be registered in Religious Education classes for two years prior to receiving the Sacraments of Initiation. Contact 630.396.6078 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS: Individuals who are interested in becoming in full communion with the Catholic Church ought to contact the parish rectory for an appointment.Contact 630.369.6076
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At least 66 people attended the Solemn Rite of Exposition at Christ the King on Thursday, September 6, 2012, resulting in over 61 hours of devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. I wish to thank all those who have accepted this call to prayer. You are all a blessing to our parish and to our world. We do still have a shortage of commitments to the 12:00pm-1:00pm hour. It is our goal to have 3-4 people scheduled for each hour to ensure attendance at all times. If you are able to attend Exposition during your lunchhour, please consider doing so, even if it is only for 10-15 minutes. I am sure that it will make the second half of your day a bit easier! If you have any questions regarding adoration, please feel free to contact me at my office, or see me on the weekends at mass. Bill Runge Director of Music and Liturgy
Thursday, September 20 St. Andrew Kim Tae-gon, Paul Chong 8:30 am Virginia Sunny Egan Ha-sang and companions 1 Cor 15:1-11; Luke 7:36-50 Friday, September 21 St. Matthew Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Mt 9:9-13 Saturday, September 22 Blessed Virgin Mary 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; Lk 8:4-15 Sunday, September 23 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Wis 2:12, 17-20; Ps 54; Jas 3:16 4:3; Mk 9:30-37 5:00 pm Ellen Van Cura 8:00 Special Intention 10:00 Raymond King 12:00 Anthony & Adeline Caruso 8:30 am Frank Buti
PATRIOTIC ROSARY
This month's Patriotic Rosary, sponsored by the Legion of Mary, will be held on Saturday, September 22 at 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Parish in Lombard. The Patriotic Rosary dedicates one Hail Mary in the traditional Catholic Rosary to each state of the United States. This devotion is held every 4th Saturday of the month. Also, St. Petronille Parish located at 420 Glenwood Ave. in Glen Ellyn will hold the Patriotic Rosary in the Mary Chapel before the Blessed Sacrament at 2 p.m. every Friday (except October 5), until the November election. Please join us in praying for our country and the preservation of religious freedom.
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STEWARDSHIP OF TIME
A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT
St. James asks what our love for Jesus Christ can possibly mean if it does not result in action on behalf of our neighbor. He suggests that that faith is demonstrated most acutely in care for the needy, the suffering, and the underprivileged. Stewardship includes proclaiming the Good News by putting our faith into action on behalf of others. In what ways have we been willing to make sacrifices and renunciations for the sake of Jesus Christ and our neighbor?
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal Third Follow-Up Mailing and Pledge Reminders
A fourth request for a contribution to the 2012 Catholic Ministries Appeal is in the mail to all parishioners who have not made a contribution. The Appeal provides critical funding to diocesan ministries that serve individuals and parishes throughout the Diocese of Joliet. It also provides refunds of 50% of the cash received (not pledged) over the parish goal to each parish. If you receive this mailing, please respond generously. You will be helping both our diocese and our parish. Also, the seventh monthly reminders have been sent to those that made an in-pew pledge to the Appeal. Those that pledged by direct mail have already received payment coupons. Thank you for your gifts, and please make your payment as soon as possible. For your convenience, you can bring your pledge payments to Mass and place them in the basket. The parish will forward them to the diocese.
STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
# Registered Families Account White Envelopes Non-envelope users This weeks total Weekly Budget *Difference* Help us make up the difference! Green Envelopes* (Mortgage) Restricted Budget** Difference Gold Envelopes 63 83 $1,760.00 $1,923.00 - $163.00 $1,018.00 $962.00
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Start gathering up all of the unused or expired medications that you may have in your medicine chest for our next Meds Collection on September 15 & 16 Bring the old prescriptions and OTC meds with you when you come to mass that week-end. Unfinished meds can be used in third world countries and those that are expired will be disposed of properly. When we throw old medications into our waterways we are hurting our environment. Leave medications in their original containers with the labels intact. Please cross out your name for privacy. Look for boxes marked Medical Missions in the Narthex to collect them. NO NEEDLES PLEASE. A CCW Community Concerns Project. Dont forget to join us on Monday, Sept. 17 for the CCW Salad Supper at 7pm in the PLC. You dont have to bring a thing! Just Come.
Benefit Dinner
Illinois Citizens for Life will hold their 40th Anniversary Benefit Dinner on Friday, October 5, 2012, at The Carlisle in Lombard. They will recognize their founders, many of who are still active in the cause, and also honor Rev. William Cullen for his years of outstanding support of the Life issues. The guest speaker will be Dan Proft, radio talk show host on WLS AM and former candidate for governor. They will also be holding a Raffle of a new car from Napleton Honda of Oak Lawn. Mark your calendar! For more information go to www.icl-life.com or call 630-852-5448.
St. Pius X FALL FEST 2012 September 28th, 29th, 30th, October 1st.
The 4 day fest will feature Friday Night Bingo with cash prizes at 7 PM (doors open at 6 PM) in the Social Center, 601 S. Westmore, Lombard. A smoking section will be provided. Saturday evenings Knight Out features Mel Muzic, a classic rock with a splash of modern country band. Also Brats, Beer and Bags from 7-11 PM. Sunday features a Polka Mass at 10:30 AM under the tent. Following will be a Pig Roast raffle, games, moon jump, cotton candy, crafts, hayrides, horse rides from 12 PM to 4 PM. Monday at 7 PM is Bears & Beer under the tent. All Fall Fest funds benefit the St. Pius X Catholic Community.
Joyful Again! widowed ministry presents A Joyful Fall Fest, Sunday, September 23rd, 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church, Lombard - great food, entertainment by Johnny Gray, and raffles. Proceeds to benefit Joyful Again! Advance reservations a must. For more information call 708-354-7211 or go to www.joyfulagain.org.
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A Note of Thanks
From Deacon Peter Robinson
Dear Fellow Members of Christ the King Parish, Praise be to our Lord Jesus Christ and thanks be to God for his undying love for his adopted children. I wish to thank each and every member of the Body of Christ we know as Christ the King Parish; I stand as a living witness to the power of your prayers. As some of you know, I had a very unusual operation on July 11th 2012: It was discovered that I suffer from a rare disorder that causes aneurisms. I developed 12 to 15 aneurisms on the artery that leads to my spleen. In my search for a surgeon, I discovered that my particular condition has never been previously diagnosed. In my search for a solution, I was turned down by four surgeons. The outcome of not having these aneurisms removed would have been grim. By the Grace of God, I found a team of doctors at The University of Chicago Hospital who would take on the challenge. The prognoses varied from minimally-invasive to very serious with the doctors leaning toward the latter. But they would not realize which prognosis was correct until they opened me up. I told them the day of the surgery that, due to my faith and the prayers I knew were being said, they were going to be surprised. When I awoke they were indeed surprised: the pre-surgery imaging had shown one of the aneurisms in a very delicate spot, yet when they went in it was not there. You be the judge. I believe this outcome was due to the pillow of prayers upon which I was lying. They took out the artery, spleen, and gallbladder. I now bear the cross of humility on my abdomen, the cross of St. Peter. I want to thank all of you for your prayers. Though many of you did not know I was going through this, by coming to Mass you prayed for me and all the other faithful people going through trying times. I am reminded at times like this that even Jesus needed help carrying his cross. Thank you for helping me with my cross. Know that through this experience I have become a better Deacon, for now I know the view from the hospital bed. I assure you it is different than what I previously thought. May God bless each and every one of you and your families; I am convinced that, without your help, I would not have survived this ordeal. Yours in the Love of Christ, Deacon Peter Robinson
Grieving Hearts
Support group for those who have lost a loved one.
Facilitator Mary Miller, MSW, LCSW St. Petronille Parish (Door 3), Glen Ellyn 1st and 3rd Wed. @ 9:30am (630) 469.0404 x-2106 Mary is a kind, gentle and caring counselor who has assisted Christ the King. You will feel very comfortable with Mary. Father Peter
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Name: ____________________________________________ Phone: ____________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________ Drop off form in collection basket or at rectory. For more information, contact Kate Uhart [email protected] or Cell 630-730-9190
Psalm 118:24 - "This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." (NIV)
Christ the King Youth Group September 16th at 7:00 PM ELA Gym We know how hectic life can be this time of year, but Religious Education is an important part of your child s journey! If you have not yet registered for RE, please call Sherry at 630-396-6078 to make an appointment. Sessions Meet: Sundays 8:45-9:45 AM Wednesdays 6:30-7:45 PM How do you build a better Sunday? With Ice Cream of Course!!
Meet us in the gym for our ice cream social, power sundae building event. We will provide all the ice cream and toppings to create your dream sundae then you can give us your input on how to make your Sunday evenings more powerful. We will also have a guest YM that night! Ruben Chavez will be here to help kick off our year.
This is a night you will not want to miss! For more information, call Sherry Rochford at 630-396-6078 or [email protected] Like us on Facebook:
Christ the King Lombard Youth Group
CORPUS CHRISTI PARISH MISSION Carol Stream, IL Sunday, September 23, 2012 7:00 9:00 p.m.
Dr, EDWARD SRI About the Speaker
Dr. Edward Sri is a nationally-known speaker on Scripture and Catholicism and the author of several best-selling books. Besides teaching at the Augustine Institute, Sri is a visiting professor at Benedictine College and a contributor to the popular apologetics series, Catholic for a Reason. Sri is also a founding leader with Curtis Martin of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students). Sri resides with his wife Elizabeth and their six children in Littleton, Colorado.
QUESTIONS WELCOME
USCCB Nationwide Bulletin Insert Summer 2012
ately, the Churchs teaching on contraception has been getting a good deal of public attention in the media. This has naturally led to people asking questions, especially if this teaching is news to them. Even as Catholics, we may be struggling with questions of our own. Its good and helpful for us to acknowledge and explore our questions. And its healthy for us to grapple with God the Fathers desire for our happiness. He understands our human naturehis Son became one of us (Jesus is true God and true man)! Jesus, through his Spirit of wisdom and knowledge, can handle the questions, struggles, or anxieties we bring to him (see Matthew 11:28). Blessed John Paul II, quoting the words of Christ, would often encourage us: Do not be afraid! We should never be afraid to pursue the truth. Maybe youve had some of the following questions, yourself: What does the Church teach about married love? What does this have to do with contraception? Does saying yes to children at the altar mean never using contraception? Are couples expected to leave their family size entirely to chance? What if a couple has a serious reason to avoid having a child? Is there really a difference between using contraception and practicing natural family planning? Can some methods of birth control cause an abortion? What does any of this have to do with my marriage? Consider that in marriage, spouses love not only through words, but through the actions and gestures of their bodies. In particular, the sexual act in marriage speaks of a total commitment to a future togethera future open to welcoming the gift of a child if so blessed and open to fruitful love and service to others. The Churchs teaching on marital sexuality is an invitation for husband and wife to enter more fully into communion with each other and with the blessed Trinity, the fount of life and love. The questions above, and others like them, are answered on a helpful new web page, www.usccb.org/love-and-sexuality. Are we willing to consider the questions that live in our hearts? When the teachings of Christ are understood, embraced and practiced, they can radically change our lives for the better. Christ wants us to have life to the fullest. There is nothing like walking with him. No joy can be compared when we choose to follow him and live in his joy (see John 15:11).
MARRIAGE LOVE & LIFE IN THE DIVINE PLAN 9/19 AND 9/26 IN THE PLC AT 7:00 PM CONTACT: EILEEN MAGGIORE 630-396-6076
There has been much news lately about the Churchs teaching on contraception and sterilization. As Catholics, we may be asking thoughtful questions or struggling to understand this teaching. To learn more, or to see questions others have asked, visit www.usccb.org/love-and-sexuality.
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All day After Masses 8:00 am 8:45 am 10:00 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm Church Narthex Church Academy Church Church Church ER Academy
THURSDAY
Exposition Blessed Sacrament Break Open the Word Clergy Meeting
9/20
9am-8pm 10:00 am 5:30 pm Church ER R/DR
FRIDAY
Wedding Rehearsal Prayer Group
9/21
5:30 pm 7:00 pm Church ER
MONDAY
St. Vincent De Paul Pantry CCW Meeting
9/17
12:00 pm 7:00 pm ER PLC
SATURDAY
Wedding Confessions Mass
9/22
2:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Church Narthex Church
TUESDAY
Rosary Admin Committee Meeting
9/18
5:30 pm 7:00 pm Church ER
NEXT SUNDAY
Mass R.E. Classes Joyful Again Fundraiser Liturgy of the Word for Children Mass RCIA Mass Prayer Group
9/23
8:00 am 8:45 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Church Academy PLC Church Church ER Church ER
WEDNESDAY
Dogma Adult Faith Prayer Shawl Ministry R.E. Classes Kings Choir Rehearsal Marriage Love Life & Divine Plan Bible Study
9/19
9:00 am 1:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm PLC ER Academy Church PLC ER
Ministry Schedule for Saturday, September 22, and Sunday, September 23, 2012
Mass Time Lectors Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Altar Server Presider Ministers of Care
G. Doretti
D. Beyer, M. Gonzalo J. Pizzotti, F. & G. Zelazny J. Benshoof, I. Boutiette M. Iwinski, L. Javier G. Majcen B. Diskin, R. & J. Myscofski I. Olson, M. Schaaf O. & E. Manicad N. Migali, J. & B. Sasso
H. Krause T. Wheeler
Fr. Peter Jarosz Fr. Peter Jarosz Fr. John Guiney Fr. John Guiney
M. Seagraves
E. Chmielewski
M. Shutock
S. Pierscionek
CHURCH NAME & NUMBER Christ The King #512918 ADDRESS 1501 South Main Street Lombard, IL 60148 PHONE 630.629.1717 CONTACT PERSON Gina Gallo 630.290.6367 or Eileen Maggiore 630.308.1127 SOFTWARE Microsoft Publisher 2007 E-Mail from [email protected] Adobe Acrobat NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 12