- 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
Easter
Sunday
Acts 10:34a, 37-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23
Colossians 3:1-4
Gospel John 20:1-9
Divine
Mercy Sunday/Second Sunday of Easter
Acts 5:12-16
Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24
Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19
John 20:29 |
- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Easter Sunday
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- The four Gospels all recount
the fact that an empty tomb was discovered by a few disciples.
But an empty tomb would not be enough proof that Jesus had indeed
risen. All of his followers would fully come to faith through
the post-Resurrection appearances of Christ.
- Adults: How has my faith about the Risen
Christ been nourished?
Children: If I were with Peter and the beloved
disciple, what might I have thought?
R.C.I.A. CONGRATULATIONS
Since last September, we have held a combined
R.C.I.A. program with St. Paul’s Church. Most Thursday evenings
and a few Sunday afternoons during this time 14 members
of our communities prepared for the reception of sacraments this
Easter. We congratulate them and are very grateful for the model
of faith they have given to us!
CTK Catechumens CTK
Candidates
Jena Tenoglia Clarence
Caldwell
Ben Thurman Ellen
Mingus
Dennis
Powell
John
Tenoglia
EASTER
TIME
The fifty days from Easter Sunday
to Pentecost are celebrated in joyful exultation as one feast
day, or better, as one “great Sunday.” (Athanasius)
These, above all others, are the days for the singing of the
Alleluia. The Sundays of this season rank as the paschal Sundays,
and after Easter Sunday itself, are called the Second, Third,
Fourth, Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Sundays of Easter. The period
of fifty sacred days ends on Pentecost Sunday. The first eight
days of the Easter season make up the octave of Easter and are
celebrated as solemnities of the Lord. On the fortieth day after
Easter, the Ascension is celebrated. The weekdays after Ascension
until the Saturday before Pentecost inclusive are a preparation
for the coming of the Holy Spirit. (General Norms for the Liturgical
Year and Calendar, #22-26)
- RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS
First Holy Communion Family Retreat 9:00-11:00
AM at St. Paul’s on April 17. Families will make
unleavened bread, taste wine, practice how to receive the Eucharist,
make a candle, reenact the Last Supper, learn about the various
symbols in the church, and discover why priests wear different
garments when saying Mass.
Retreat for Junior High school aged
students April 16 and 17. For more information contact
Anne Velarde av195003@ohio.edu
- ACT YOUTH GROUP
Next Sunday, April 11, 12:15 @ St. Paul
“Theology of the Body:
God’s Plan for Human Sexuality”
[Blessed John Paul II]
Remember to bring $1 for pizza!
NEWMAN COMMUNITY FUND-RAISER
TO BENEFIT RELAY FOR LIFE
Newman members plan to offer on-going babysitting
services to parishioners as a way to raise money for Relay for
Life. Rather than charge a set fee, they are asking for donations.
To set up a time(s) for babysitting, please contact Ann at av195003@ohio.edu
or Courtney at cl195907@ohio.edu. You can also call the parish
office to leave a message for Ann or Courtney. Babysitting dates
depend on availability of Newman members.
MASS
AT HICKORY CREEK is coming up! We will be celebrating the
Eucharist at Hickory Creek Nursing Home Wednesday, April 14,
at 2:00 PM. We expect several residents to attend, and our
parishioners are welcome to join us for this Mass.
- ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY will meet Wednesday, April 7, at 7:00 PM in
the CTK Parish Center.
ORDINATION TO THE DIACONATE
- Two of our seminarians, Brian Crouch and Michael
Gossett, will be ordained to the diaconate on Saturday,
April 10, at 10:00 AM at Holy Name Cathedral in Steubenville.
This is a moment of great celebration for our diocese. Priests,
deacons and laity from our diocese are invited to attend. There
will be a reception for the newly ordained in the Cathedral Undercroft
immediately following the ceremony. Please mark this date on
your calendars and pray for Brian and Michael.
SEMINARY
LIVE-IN - On April 15-17, the Pontifical College Josephinum
in Columbus and the Office of Vocations will host a College Live-In
for young men who are juniors or seniors in high school and college
students who are interested in knowing more about seminary life.
The Live-In schedule will include a tour of the campus, discussions,
meals and prayer with the college seminarians, attendance at
classes, time for swimming and recreation and a tour of the Columbus
area. There is no charge for this weekend. Contact the Vocations
office at 740-282-0646 or tshannon@diosteub.org Please pray for
vocations and help to promote this weekend.
ANNUAL
BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN - The Pregnancy Resource Center, a Christian,
pro-life support center, is holding its annual Baby Bottle Campaign.
This year the Center is encouraging gifts in honor of the mother
of your choice. They will then send her a beautiful Mother’s
Day card telling her of the gift of life you have made in her
honor. Pick up your baby bottle on the weekend of April 10/11;
return by April 24/25.
HELP AFGHAN CHILDREN
AND ENJOY A TASTY MEAL WITH FRIENDS -- Attend a traditional
Afghan dinner Saturday, April 10th, 6PM, at the First
Christian Church. Kabuli rice (with lamb or vegetarian) and potato-onion
bread are on the menu as well as salad and dessert. An after-dinner
video program will be included. Call APJN, 592-2608. Specify
if vegetarian. Donation requested. Co-sponsors: People for Peace
& Justice, Appalachian Peace & Justice Network, OU Muslim
Student Association, OU Quaker Life, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship,
Athens Friends Meeting.
LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Front Seats
Catholics are known for not sitting in
the front seats at liturgy. What difference does it make? It
does make a difference. If we are a celebrating family, if we
try to extend hospitality to one another, if we are sensitive
to those who come late, if we are trying to participate in an
action that is truly ours, then we will fill the front pews as
we come in. This makes full, active participation in the Liturgy
easier, because it puts us closer to the focus of the action.
It is our action. The closer we are, the more it feels like our
action. It also leaves room for late-comers to take a seat without
disturbing those already present.
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Alleluia! Alleluia!
BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES:
April 5 - 11
Sandy Bagnole, Sam Berlin, Steve Biancone, Becky Boakye-Yiadom,
David Brown, Jeanie Creamer, Tom Franz, Harold Gregory, Karen
Harrington, Cindy Hayes, Patrick Kreiser, Allison Lex, Rory Maher,
Mamerto Tindongan, Becky Tompkins, Mallory Valentour, and Doug
Woodruff.
Congratulations to Joung
Hee & Gerry Krzic; they are celebrating their 30th
anniversary this week. Pearl & Don Peterson
will be married 37 years this week. Happy anniversary
to both couples!
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK - Please
pray for Kathi Hahn, Mary Ann Gorman, and Pauline Rodgers. (Remembered in the petitions.)
REST IN PEACE - We offer our sympathy and prayers to Kathy and Bob
Curtis and family. Kathy’s brother Arvid Sieber,
passed away recently. May he and all who have died, rest in the
peace of our Lord.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
The Jim Sheehan Memorial Scholarship
applications are now being accepted. 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.
Applications for the Mussio Scholarship are
at the parish office. Awards for this program are for the first
year of college work at Franciscan University of Steubenville.
Deadline to apply is April 16. |