- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- First Sunday
of Lent
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- Faith draws us into God’s
truth and, ultimately, to full surrender into God’s hands.
We give ourselves over to God, who has given himself to us through
Jesus Christ and in the power of the Holy Spirit.
- Adults: What areas of my life do I need
to fully surrender into God’s hands?
Children: How does Jesus show us a way to be close
to our heavenly Father?
PRAYER & MEDITATION BOOKLETS
The Living Faith booklets are
available at the bulletin boards in church. The months of January,
February and March are included in this issue. We also have available
the February issue of Living with Christ. These
particular booklets are very well done. Each issue is $2.00,
or you can purchase a yearly subscription for $15.00; contact
the church office for more information.
FISH
FRY
- Each
Friday during Lent a Fish Fry will be held at Christ the King
University Parish Center from 5-7 PM. The menu includes
fish, a vegetable, coleslaw, roll and beverage. The cost is $5.00/plate.
Donations accepted. The Fish Fry on Friday, February 26,
is sponsored by the Religious Education program. Come for a good
meal and support a great program!
- STATIONS OF THE
CROSS DURING LENT
Fridays, 6:00 PM
- LENT: THE TERMS
Lent is an Anglo-Saxon word meaning “spring.”
The season lasts from Ash Wednesday until the Mass of the Lord’s
Supper on Holy Thursday.
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent,
often observed by receiving a cross of ashes on the forehead
at Mass.
Fasting, Abstinence, Almsgiving, Self-denial
and Penance refer to the Christian practice of intentionally
giving one’s time, energy and possessions for others, especially
the needy, as Christ gave himself for us.
Holy Week includes the days from Palm Sunday through
Easter.
Palm or Passion Sunday has contrasting names,
one because of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem (to
the waving palm branches), the other because this Sunday begins
Jesus’ days of suffering and death.
Paschal Triduum, from the Latin for “three
days,” extends from evening Holy Thursday through Easter
Sunday.
Maundy Thursday (Holy Thursday) gets its name
from Jesus’ “new commandment” (mandatum in Latin),
to love one another, which he spoke during the Passover meal
when he washed his disciples’ feet and instituted the Holy
Eucharist.
- LENTEN RESOURCES - Lenten
prayer materials are available in the gathering space in church.
These materials are for young children as well as for adults
and families.
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
The Religious Education Board will meet
Monday, February 22, at 6:30 in CTK Parish Center Library.
Any concerns can be directed to Fr. Marty, Cheryl Kraus, Cathy
Bruggeman or Scott Carson.
On Friday, February 26, the children
of Religious Education portray the Stations of the Cross.
Come experience the Stations through prayerful mime while supporting
our children.
The Fish Fry on February 26 is sponsored
by the Religious Education Program. Please come and support us.
Next Sunday, February 28, at 12:30 all
parents of First Holy Communion Candidates meet to plan First
Communion Mass for their children in the church at Christ the
King
On Tuesday, February 23, the second grade students and parents
will receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation during class.
The Catechist Way… retreat experience for all involved in
Catechetical ministries, will be held at Sacred Heart Retreat
House March 5/6. Contact Nancy Denhart to make a reservation.
For more information on Religious Education at CTK, please contact
Nancy Denhart.
LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Pelican
Some Christian art uses the symbol of the pelican.
The pelican is a symbol of the redeemer and is found in early
Christian art of all kinds. The Pelican was believed to wound
itself in order to feed its young with its own blood. In the
Medieval hymn by St. Thomas Aquinas “Adoro Te Devote,”
Jesus is addressed as the “Pelican of mercy who cleanses
us with his own precious blood.” During communion, we remember
that we are nourished by the Lord with his own Body and Blood.
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- Birthdays & Anniversaries:
February 22 - 28
Steve Abfall, George
Adelsberger, Philomena Blankson, Ron Dawson, Chris Demel, Michael
DiBenedetto, Justin Frantz, David Gilfert, Ted Gilfert, Daniel
Gulino, Anita Kochis, Kathleen Kutsko, Matt Maher, Bruce Nottke,
Mitchell Rider, Connor Rogers-Wartinger, Becky Rondy, Brian Shapiro,
Jonnalyn Shimko, Joannah Tindongan, and Carol Wasko. Happy Birthday!
Anniversaries: Pat & Joe Davidson are celebrating
37 years of marriage, and Martha and Chris Simpson
celebrate their 29th anniversary. Congratulations to both
couples!
- PRAYERS FOR THE SICK -
Please pray for Parker
Moden, Kathi Hahn, Mary Ann Gorman, and Pauline Rodgers (Remembered
in the petitions.)
ACT
YOUTH GROUP -- THIS Sunday, February 21, 12 noon - 2:30 PM
We will be watching a movie and making a project
to send to a community center in Rwanda that serves physically
disabled victims of the genocides in that country. Please bring
$1 for pizza and any snacks you want for the movie!
The
Newman Community will be meeting this Wednesday at the Parish
Center at 7:15 PM. Join us for some fellowship and education!
MARRIAGE
PREPARATION
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Couples planning marriage in the next year in the Catholic Church
must attend marriage preparation. CTK’s Winter session is
Friday, March 5, with the weekend session scheduled for
Friday and Saturday, April 16 and 17. All three dates
require mandatory attendance. Please call the parish office,
592-2711, to make an appointment to fill out registration paperwork.
NATURAL
FAMILY PLANNING NEWS
God, the author of love, calls us to love one
another with
wholeness, respect, and dignity. Come learn how to bring this
dignity to your marriage through NFP. The next Natural Family
Planning series begins March 14th at Christ the King University
Parish in Athens. For information contact Bob and Sharon Colvin
(740) 593-5713 or e-mail colvin.sl@gmail.com
CTK
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
- Applications are now being
accepted for the Jim Sheehan Memorial Scholarship. This $2000
scholarship is available to graduating seniors who are active
members of CTK. The applications can be picked up at the local
high school guidance counselor’s offices and are due by
April 30th. If you have any questions, contact Cindy Hayes at
(740)517-3446.
CTK SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
- Applications are now being accepted for the Jim Sheehan
Memorial Scholarship. This $2000 scholarship is available to
graduating seniors who are active members of CTK. The applications
can be picked up at the local high school guidance counselor’s
offices and are due by April 30th. If you have any questions,
contact Cindy Hayes at (740)517-3446.
I’MMM
BAAACK! Thanks to all those who sent cards, called me &
prayed for my recovery from my recent hip surgery. I really appreciate
all the caring support. And thanks to Ginger, Carol & those
at CTK who stepped up & took over to help out during my absence.
-- Wendy
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