- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Fifteenth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
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- Today’s Gospel reminds
us that the early Church was a community of missionaries. Its
call was to spread the good news of Christ to others. Because
of this we can never become content only to keep the Gospel for
ourselves. The message of God’s love must be shared.
- Adults: How do I see God leading me in my
life today? What concrete action can I take to cooperate with
God’s guidance?
Children: What good thing can I do today which
will keep me on God’s path?
DPSC
pledge reminder. The DPSC campaign for 2009 is almost over.
We have surpassed the diocesan goal of $24,500; currently pledges
total $30,666. The number of pledges is 62. I am hoping that
we could be better represented by a broader parish participation.
If you have put aside the pledge card, please
consider again a pledge for the campaign. Whatever additional
amounts will be collected are returned to CTK by the diocese.
Also, for your convenience there are DPSC pledge envelopes at
the bulletin boards in the church.
THROUGH
THE ROOF! The support for the Habitat for Humanity Faith
build Coalition has been very successful this year. The total
is $3,843.00. This is a wonderful expression of
faith from our community, especially in view of the current stress
people are feeling because of the economy. Thank you very much!
CHURCH
PICNIC
This annual event is Sunday, July 26,
at St. John’s on Dutch Ridge Road in Guysville. Mark your
calendars NOW and plan to attend this event that includes family
activities, fun and FOOD. Beginning at noon a chicken OR ham
dinner will be served. The cost of the meal is $7 per adult and
$3 per child. There will be BINGO, raffles and other games. Everyone
is WELCOME!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
- An Adventure for the whole
family…Join us as we travel to Ancient Rome for Vacation
Bible School to meet St. Paul and experience the early Christian
community in the Underground Church July 19th-23rd, from
6:00 - 8:30.To register to participate or to volunteer
to help – go to http://www.groupvbs.com/webtoybox/myvbs/CTKROME2009.
Adults…Join Greg Kremer from 7:45-8:30
each night as he explores the life and letters of St. Paul (no
registration required). For more information contact Cheryl Kraus
at 740-707-4638 or clkraus@netdocs.biz.
WHY
DO CATHOLICS DO THAT?
Why do Catholics give the Sign of Peace during Mass?
The first words Jesus said to his apostles
after his Resurrection were, “Peace be with you”
(John 20:21). After that their fear disappeared.
By offering each other the Sign of Peace at
Mass, we share that peace with the entire Body of Christ.
Jesus also told us to reconcile with one another
before approaching the altar of God (Matthew 5:23). Thus, the
Sign of Peace is a gesture of Reconciliation with those around
us before coming to the altar to receive Holy Communion. --Success
Publishing & Media, LLC, 2003
CATHOLIC
LADIES OF COLUMBIA will meet this Monday, July 13,
at 6:30 pm in the CTK Parish Center. For information,
contact Marguerite Kostival at 698-2200, or Trudy Montle at 698-4185.
- LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Word of God
Christ
IS the Word. Christ is present in the Word proclaimed at liturgy.
When Catholics used to speak of the “real presence”
what was meant was Christ present in the Eucharist. Vatican II
expanded the meaning of “real presence” to include,
among other things, the real presence of Christ in the proclaimed
Word during liturgy. If we believe that, how do we respond? If
Christ truly is speaking through the Scriptures as the “Constitution
of the Sacred Liturgy” declares, how do we pay attention?
Although Missalettes are necessary for those who are hard of
hearing, and helpful to those who are not familiar with the structure
of the liturgy or the prayers, most of us need to be careful
not to let the missalettes interfere with our listening to the
proclaimed Word. The Word is meant to be heard in an interactive
way. Eye contact with the reader is sometimes as important as
hearing each word. There are times when the faith and enthusiasm
of the reader is one of the most important parts of the communication.
The readers are asked to look out at the assembly when they read.
There is nothing more disconcerting than looking out at the community
and seeing no one looking back, but only the tops of heads. Assist
the reader, lector, deacon, or priest in their ministry of proclaimer.
Look attentive. Copyright
© 2009 Resource Publications, San Jose, CA
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- BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
July 13 - 19
Birthdays: Ernie Bastin,
Monica Cueto, Isabelle D’Mello-Eisworth, Olivia Dorst, Christopher
Feger, Sharon Gloeckner, Bobby Gregory, Art Marinelli, Sue Payne,
J.D. Schriner, Susan Shaw, Elena Smith, Sergio Ulloa, JoAnne
Vrabel, and Laurel Wamsley.
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- Anniversaries: Congratulations to the following couples
who are celebrating their anniversary this week: Kathy &
Bob Curtis (18th), Rosemarie & Howard Simpson (52nd!),
Maria & Nick Polizzi (7th), Pat & Joe Carbone (31st),
Karen & Bryan Oswald (17th), Julie & Dan Hendershott
(6th).
- PRAYERS FOR THE SICK -
Please continue to
pray for Mary Ann Gorman and Bill Rader. (Remembered
in the petitions)
VACATION
BIBLE SCHOOL
An adventure for the whole family…Join
us as we travel to Ancient Rome for Vacation Bible School to
meet St. Paul and experience the early Christian community in
the Underground Church July 19th-23rd, from 6:00 -
8:30. To register go to http://www.groupvbs.com/webtoybox/myvbs/CTKROME2009
Adults…Join Greg Kremer from 7:45-8:30
each night as he explores the life and letters of St. Paul (no
registration required). For more information contact Cheryl Kraus
at 740-707-4638 or clkraus@netdocs.biz.
Most
Rev. Thomas K Mensah, Archbishop of Kumasi, will be visiting
Athens on the weekend of July 25-26. He is Fr. Louis Tuffuor’s
bishop. Bishop Mensah will be celebrating the 10:30 Mass on July
26. The bishop will be in the United States for most of July,
raising funds for the Catholic University of Ghana. We have supported
this project in the past.
WORD OF LIFE: Bulletin
Briefs from the USCCB
In our own trials, and standing alongside others
in their struggles, we glimpse the essence of our humanity, we
become, as it were, more human.
—Pope Benedict XVI, Address in Amman, Jordan, May
8, 2009
PRAYER/MEDITATION BOOKLETS
The new Living Faith booklets
are available at the bulletin boards in church. The months of
July, August and September are included in this
issue.
We also have available the July 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 office for more
information.
Either, or both, of these booklets offer opportunities
for prayer time and spiritual growth. Check them out!
CAPUCHIN
FRIARIES
For 800 years followers of Saint Francis of
Assisi have been rebuilding the Church. The Capuchin Franciscans
are priests and brothers who serve Christ in the spirit of Saint
Francis. Men between the ages of 16-40 are invited to visit a
Capuchin friary. Visits to Capuchin friaries in Pennsylvania,
Washington D.C. and Ohio are held regularly throughout the year.
For more information, call 1-888-263-6227 or go to www.capuchin.com
BUS
TRIP
The “Women in the Spirit”
Exhibit in Cincinnati is now on display. A bus will be going
on Tuesday, July 28, starting from Belpre. Call S. Mariel
Kreuziger at 740-667-0100 or Msgr. William Myers at Gallipolis
740-446-0669 by July 1 to register for the trip.
NATIONAL
SHRINE IN CAREY, OHIO
The Franciscan Friars invite you to make a
pilgrimage to the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of
Consolation in Carey, Ohio. We offer a place of quiet prayer
and devotion on your journey to faith, hope, and healing. For
more information please call 419-396-7107 or visit our website
www.olcshrine.com
SISTERS ON THE RIVER 2 RETREAT
This year’s Retreat for Christian women
begins Friday evening, October 2, and continues through
Sunday morning October 4. This year’s theme is “Women
in the Bible.” Mark these dates on your calendar and plan
to attend. More information will follow in later bulletins or
phone 740-698-8254.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER -
One of the 1000 places to see before you die is Marietta, Ohio.
You can accomplish that and do something positive for your marriage
at the same time. Attend the July 24-26 Marriage Encounter
Weekend in Marietta. Couples in 92 countries around the world
have rediscovered the joy in their relationship through this
weekend since 1968. For information or to register, call 330-305-9963
or email WorldwideME@sbcglobal.net or go to our website www.wwme.org
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