- Sunday Scripture Readings
- Reflection on the Scriptures has become
more and more a part of basic Christian spirituality. At times
we would like to return to the Sunday Scriptures at home, but
we do not have the missalette with us. At other times we may
be interested in seeing just what came before or immediately
after the reading for the day to gain more insights.
To encourage this encounter with
the Scriptures, we will be including in the bulletin the scripture
reading references for the current Sunday and the following Sunday.
In addition, in our on-line bulletin we will have the actual
links to the readings.
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New
American Bible
Fourth
Sunday of Lent
2 Chronicles 36:14-16, 19-23
Psalm 137:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6
Ephesians 2:4-10
John 3:14-21
Fifth
Sunday of Lent
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Psalm 51:3-4, 12-15
Hebrews 5:7-9
John 12:20-33 |
- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Fourth Sunday
of Lent
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- We can either walk in the
light, or we can follow the comfortable darkness of “business
as usual.” The light beckons. The choice is ours. How will
we respond, and what will be the consequences?
- Adults: How has my faith journey resembled
the journey of Nicodemus?
Children: Have I kept the Lenten promises I made?
- FISH FRY
Fridays during Lent
5:00 - 7:00 pm
CTK Parish Center
$5.00/plate
(fish, vegetable, coleslaw, roll)
take out available
2009 CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES
COLLECTION
Give Hope to Jesus in Disguise
The State Department estimates that nearly
5 million people have been displaced, forced to leave their homes,
because of the war in Iraq. The CRS Collection supports resettlement
services for refugees, serves victims of human trafficking, and
provides pastoral care and advocacy. Of the 50,000 total refugees
authorized to enter the United States in 2007, nearly one-third
were helped by USCCB Migration and Refugee Services, one organization
receiving funds from the Collection. The Collection also supports
legal services for refugees, advocacy, relief and development,
and disaster/emergency relief. When you donate to the Collection,
you give hope. Please be generous in today’s Collection.
Use the envelopes in your church support packet or the CRS envelopes
at the bulletin boards. Visit www.usccb.org/nationalcollections
to get more information on funded organizations.
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.
† 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
†Good Friday marks the events of Jesus’ trial, crucifixion,
death and burial, sometimes with special Tre Ore (three-hour)
observances. The altar is stripped of all decoration and the
church darkened until Saturday’s Easter Vigil.
† Easter Vigil is celebrated on Holy Saturday evening after
sundown; traditionally a time for baptizing, confirming and receiving
new members.
† Easter, named after an ancient spring festival, is the
“great Sunday,” on which each Sunday Eucharist is modeled.
† 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.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY will meet Wednesday,
April 1, at 7:00 pm in the CTK Parish Center.
- LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation celebrates
the great gift of God’s mercy. Sometimes it seems that we
concentrate too much on our own sins and not enough on God’s
mercy. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a wonderful way to
strengthen our journey with the Lord. Our sins, more than anything
else, weigh us down. The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be a
great help as we journey together without the guilt and sin that
can be very heavy to carry.
Copyright © 2008
Resource Publications, San Jose, CA
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- “Whoever
lives the truth comes to the light, so that his works may be
clearly seen as done in God.” --John
3:21
- BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
- March 23 - 29
Birthdays: Gary Bentley,
Gabriele Castaneda-Jimenez, John Colvin, Crys Cooper, Gary Dillinger,
Alec Fink, Dee Fogt, Andrea Gulino, Jean Holland, Bob Jackson,
Thomas King, Chris Lewis, Heike Perko, Kruz Smith, Jack Stover,
Andrew Tompkins, and Jose Torres.
Anniversaries: Congratulations to Jessica and Clarence
Caldwell who are celebrating their 5th wedding
anniversary!
- PRAYERS FOR THE SICK -
Please continue to
pray for Kathi Hahn and Bill Rader. (Remembered
in the petitions)
EASTER
FLOWER MEMORIALS are due no later than Monday, April 6,
for inclusion in the Easter bulletin.
CHILDREN’S
CHOIR for 10:30 Mass on Easter - Practice will be held on
Sundays, March 29 and April 5 after 10:30 Mass
in the CTK Parish Center Chapel. Practice will last until 12:10.
Plan to attend at least 2 practices.
RCIA NIGHT
AT THE FISH FRY - On Friday, March 27th you have a
great opportunity to meet some of our RCIA catechumens and candidates
and build fellowship with our community by coming to the Fish
Fry between 5 and 7PM. All monies earned will be donated
to the charities that the RCIA participants are supporting through
this and other activities - The Gathering Place, The Pregnancy
Resource Center, and The Nelsonville Food Cupboard.
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE April 5 - 12
*Palm Sunday: regular Mass schedule
Tuesday
Chrism Mass, Marietta, 7:00 pm
*Holy Thursday
7:30 pm Mass
*Good Friday
Ecumenical Service 12 noon @ CTK
7:30 pm Celeb. of the Passion
*Holy Saturday
8:30 pm Easter Vigil
reception following Mass
*Easter Sunday regular Mass schedule
ST.
FRANCIS SOCIETY - Plan to meet at CTK at 10:30 on Friday,
April 3, when we’ll travel by car to Holy Cross Church
in Glouster for Mass at 11:00. Lunch will be at Burr Oak Lodge.
MUSSIO
SCHOLARSHIP for students wishing to attend Franciscan University
of Steubenville. Applicants must be a member of a Catholic or
public high school graduating class of 2009 located within the
boundaries of the Diocese of Steubenville; be a participating
member of a parish in the Diocese; have a GPA of 2.5 or higher;
a class ranking within the top third of his/her graduating class;
a combined SAT score of 900 or a composite ACT score of 20; and
demonstrate financial need as determined by the Franciscan University’s
Student Financial Services. Documentation to be provided by the
applicant consists of application form and letter of recommendation
from the applicant’s pastor. Applications are available
from the parish office. Required documentation must be on
file with the Diocesan Office of Education by 4:00 pm on Wednesday,
April 1.
BRATTON SCHOLARSHIP - The James &
Martha Bratton Scholarship will be awarded to a student attending
or planning to attend a college or technical school. The amount
may vary but will not exceed $2,000. Applicants must be members
of any Christian church of Athens County and have a GPA of at
least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Application deadline is April 17,
and applications are available through our parish office. For
questions contact First Presbyterian Church at 593-3351.
SUMMER
JOBS - “Catholic Youth Camp in MN is currently looking
for Camp Counselors! Are you a college student who loves camping
and kids? If so, consider joining the CYC team for camp this
summer 2009! Please visit www.cycamp.org for more information
and to download application materials. Contact Natalie at 651-636-1645
or natalie@cycamp.org if you have questions. We hope to hear
from you soon!”
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