- 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
Twenty-Fifth
Sunday of Ordinary Time
Isaiah 55:6-9
Psalm 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18
Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a
Matthew 20:1-16a
Twenty-Sixth
Sunday of Ordinary Time
Ezekiel 18:25-28
Psalm 25:4-5, 8-9, 10, 14
Philippians l 2:1-11 or 2:1-5
Matthew 21:28-32 |
- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Twenty-Fifth Sunday
of Ordinary Time
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- The parable of the vineyard laborers thoroughly debunks
the conventional notion of accomplishments and rewards. The revelation
is that God’s nature moves on a distinctively different
plane than ours. In the story we want to see God acting within
the strict limits of the human plane. But the goodness of God
far outweighs anything we can imagine.
Adults: When have I, in my humanness, limited the
scope and breadth of God’s grace?
Children: In your experience, when has God acted
in a way that went beyond your expectations?
STEWARDSHIP
OF TIME AND TALENTS
This weekend we offer another opportunity to
sign-up to participate in various ministries — the sharing
of our time and talents — for the coming year.
- WHY CATHOLIC?
JOURNEY THROUGH THE CATECHISM
sign-up September 20/21 and 27/28
We
are continuing discussion and study with Book IV--Christian
Prayer: Deepening My Experience with God this fall. Come,
Taste and See! Join a small group, and reflect on prayer. Registration
cards will be in the Gathering Space, or call Chris and Chuck
Hart at 740-592-4030.
The six-week sessions begin the week of October
5 and will continue through the week of November 9.
If you are already a part of a small group,
please contact your small group leader. If you are already in
a group from last session you do not have to submit a card.
If you have been a part of a Why Catholic?
group, why not make a personal invitation to a friend or a neighbor.
There is no requirement, all you have to do is to join in.
CATECHETICAL
SUNDAY
This year’s theme is “The Word
of God in the Life and Mission of the Church.” Catechetical
Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect upon the role that
each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith
and being a witness to the Gospel as well as to rededicating
himself or herself to this mission as a community of faith.
FEASTS
& CELEBRATIONS
September 23 -- St. Padre Pio (1968)
Born to farmers in southern Italy, eight years
after he became a Capuchin Friar, the five wounds of Our Lord’s
Passion (stigmata) appeared on his body. Despite intense personal
and physical suffering, he remained dedicated to prayer.
September 26 -- Sts. Cosmas and Damian (303)
These saints were Arab brothers who studied
medicine in Syria and lived their Christian faith by treating
people without charge. Unfortunately, this was during a time
of persecution and such virtue made them targets of persecution.
They were martyred for their faith. (Success
Publishing & Media, LLC)
NEWMAN
COMMUNITY NEWS
Last week we got to know one another through
an evening of “speed greeting” and searched scripture
to find out just what fellowship means to us as Christians.
Join us Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the PC
as we celebrate the year of St. Paul at our education meeting.
All are welcome — see you there!
New to campus? The First Year Student Retreat
is coming up October 3-4 from 5 p.m. to 11:30 a.m. at
the PC. It’s a really fun and relaxed overnight where you’ll
meet fellow new students and learn about getting through your
first quarters at OU — with a Catholic twist. The best part?
It’s free! Talk to or e-mail Chris Andrews (ca117906@ohio.edu)
for more information. Deadline to register is September 29.
FAITH FORMATION EVENTS AND NEWS
Catechist class “Revelation”
at St. Ambrose, Little Hocking starting at 10:00 on Saturday,
September 28. Call Sister Mariel at 740-667-0100 to register.
Family Activity Packet on St. Paul is
available on line at www.diosteub.org. Look under Christian Formation
Office and scroll down to Family.
- LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Receiving the Sacred Body and the Sacred Blood Although we believe
that Christ is truly and totally present in both the consecrated
bread and the consecrated wine, the fullness of the sign is receiving
both. Christ said, “Take and eat,” and “Take and
drink.” The General Instruction of the Roman Missal states:
“The sign of communion is more complete when given under
both kinds, since in that form the sign of the eucharistic meal
appears more clearly. The intention of Christ that the new and
eternal covenant be ratified in his blood is better expressed,
as is the relation of the eucharistic banquet to the heavenly
banquet.”
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- “....’Are
you envious because I am generous?’ Thus, the last will
be first, and the first will be last.”
- BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
- September 22-28
Birthdays: Ric Abel,
Danni Bryant, Helen Coffey, Riley Corrigan, Bob Curtis, Cherie
D’Mello, Dan Denhart, Robert Detty, Terry Fulks, Brad Graham,
Elizabeth Graham, Karl Harnish, Teresa Hecker, Amelia Hogan,
Mary Lou Lavelle, Gabriel Lopez, Ashley Luehrman, George McCarthy,
Chris McLaughlin, Jim Riestenberg, Anny Rondy, Christi Tinkham,
Nellia Underwood and Jill Watson.
Prayers
for the Sick
Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence
to all on our prayer list and continue to pray for Don Dillinger,
Paul Reininga and Bill Rader. (Remembered
in the petitions)
RCIA “COME
AND SEE”
There is an informational meeting for those
who have an interest in finding out more about what it means
to be Catholic. It will be held in the CTK Parish Center following
6:15 Mass.
- CTK PARISH CENTER
Just a reminder that the Parish Center is open
from 9:00 am till 9:00 pm Mondays - Thursdays as a quiet place
to study. The lounge in the Center will have hot coffee in the
evenings. And we’re wireless! Bring your laptop and study!
PEACE &
JUSTICE COMMITTEE
On Monday, September 22, at 6pm, the
members of the Peace & Justice Committee will be holding
an informal discussion about the national Jubilee USA conference
that was held in Columbus in July. Please join us in the CTK
library to talk about some ways that rich countries can end the
severe hunger and poverty afflicting so much of the world.
KAIROS
PRISON MINISTRY
Prison ministry is an important aspect
of Christian life; it is one of the corporal works of mercy.
Five of our area priests have been taking turns saying mass each
week at the Hocking Correctional Facility (HCF) for the past
fifteen years.
The Kairos Prison Ministry, an interdenominational
program, is an effective way of bringing the love of Christ to
those in prison and it follows a retreat format that many of
us are familiar with. It will be held at the HCF October 2-5.
CTK is joining other churches in the area to support this effort.
The program relies on praying for the success
of the retreat throughout its entirety from 3:00 pm October 2
to 9:00 pm October 5. There will be a sign up sheet in the Gathering
Space. Please choose a time when you’re able to commit yourself
to pray, wherever you may be.
We can supply baked goodies for refreshments
and to share with inmates. Bake at least two dozen cookies (nothing
fancy) and bring them to the Parish Center Saturday, September
25, before 3:00 pm. Each two dozen cookies must be packed
in a separate bag and identified; i.e. oatmeal, sugar, etc.
KNIGHTS
OF COLUMBUS
Fr. Patala Council #1716 of the KofC Annual
Wiener Roast is Saturday, October 4, 6:00pm at the home
of Dave and Pat Vogt, 6696 Lemaster Road. Bring a side dish or
dessert to share -- maybe even a potential member?! The Council
will provide the wieners and drinks! RSVP by October 1. For more
info and to RSVP contact Dave at 797.4702 or dvogt@mathewsinsurance.com
- See you
at the October monthly meeting on Sunday, the 5th!
HELP
NEEDED
Terry and Mary Cummings-Smith are both experiencing
some health problems that necessitate them being house-bound.
We’re looking for volunteers to bring food to them for a
week or two beginning next week. You can contact them at 592-6357.
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