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Pope Francis, through a decree of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, has inscribed the celebration of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Loreto into the General Roman Calendar. The decree notes that the Shrine of the Holy House of Loreto, venerated by generations of pilgrims and honored by numerous popes, “recalls the mystery of the Incarnation, leading all those who visit it to consider ‘the fullness of time,’ when God sent his Son, born of a woman, as well as to meditate both on the words of the Angel announcing the Good News and on the words of the Virgin in response to the divine call.” The Congregation also published the liturgical texts for the memorial, which will be celebrated each year on December 10. Read More...
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Now on Formed.org Would you like encouraging Catholic content in your email inbox? Take a look at "Daily Reflections", quick 1 to 2 minute reflections to keep you focused on Jesus each day. Sign up to get them every day at https:// formed.org/daily From the Desk of Deacon Jeff Austin Ahh, Fall, my favorite time of year!! The leaves have shown us their beautiful colors, the morning air is crisp and fresh, there is the smell of wonderful food cooking in the kitchen, the aroma of burning firewood is in the air and the summer heat and humidity is finally over! I love to stand out on the deck in the early morning with a cup of hot coffee and watch the stars slowly fade as Orion and his faithful companion, Sirius look down from the heavens. The sun begins to peek over the eastern horizon, the geese sing their joyful song as they continue the journey south and I know that life is good. For people of a certain age (my age) Fall is a time to reflect on our lives as we enter our own person- al autumn. I don’t know how much time I have left, I only know that God has been very good to me and I rejoice in the time and the friends He has given me. All of us should take the time to give Him thanks. Fall is also a time to remember all those who have come and gone before us. We need to reflect on all the saints, not only the great ones recognized by the Church, but also those who are known only to God; our parents and grandparents; those priests, nuns and others who touched our lives; the countless giants of the faith and our families upon whose shoulders we stand; and the men and women who built the civilization in which we live. Finally, there is that great feast day which brings Fall to an end (no not Thanksgiving). The Feast of Christ the King! We remember Him who makes all things new and who has promised us He will return and establish His Kingdom here on Earth and we know that Jesus keeps His promises. As we say down south, “Happy Fall y’all!!! Deacon Jeff Austin Christ the King Giving Tree for 2019 * Sponsored by Family Life Committee . The tree will be set up starting Nov. 16, 2019 The area school counselor sends out a questionnaire in late October / early November to families that might be having financial difficulties, asking if they would like to have tags placed on area churches giving trees. Than a list is created and tags made and the representatives of area churches are given a fair balance of tags. Reminder: What is written on the gift tags are just suggestions. On the questionnaire that the families fill out it is mentioned that there is a $25.00 limit, but the person taking a gift tag can do whatever they wish. The deadline for bringing back gift tag and gift is Sunday-December 15, 2019. When taking a gift tag, it is important to sign the sheet near the “Giving Tree” with your name and phone number next to the corresponding number / letter on the gift tag. All please place the gift tag on the gift so that the right gift is given to the recipient. Almost every year someone has forgotten to bring in their gift by the deadline Sunday. If there is no way to locate who took the gift tag, the people sorting the gifts must go out and replace that gift. The date for families to pick up these gift items is usually the next day, December 16th, so the families who utilize the Kings Community Food Pantry can pick the gift up during the same trip. Only once in awhile gifts have been hand delivered to the recipient’s home. A huge “THANK YOU” to those who generously participate in making a wonderful Christmas possible for those in need. God’s blessings to you and your families. From the Church
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) will gather for the 2019 Fall General Assembly in Baltimore, November 11-13. During the assembly, the bishops will elect a new president, vice president, and six committee chairs. They will also discuss and vote on seven action items. Read More... Jars for Life Youth will be fundraising for the Pilgrimage for Life in Washington D.C. by selling hand-crafted jar mixes. Watch the bulletin for details, and thank you for your generous support! NEW ASSIGNMENT
As announced at the Masses last weekend, we received word late Friday that effective Jan 28th, Fr Barry Saylor will no longer be assigned as the associate priest at St. John the Baptist and Christ the King parishes. He will be appointed Parish Administrator at Christ the King parish. (For those that might be wondering, on the surface and in regards to running a parish, Parish Administrator and Pastor are very similar. It is normal in the Diocese of La Crosse to be named a Parish Administrator initially, and named pastor after 6 months to a year). Fr Barry will retain his appointment as chaplain for Columbus Catholic middle and high schools. Congratulations, Fr Barry! I believe this will be a great assignment and he will continue to grow in his identity as a priest, and as his service to the people in the Marshfield Deanery, specifically to Christ the King parish and the students and families of Columbus Catholic middle and high school. Holy Day of Obligation: All Saint’s Day Mass times here at Christ the King are: Vigil Mass on October 31, 2019 @ 6:30 pm and on Nov. 1st, 2019 @ 12:10 p.m. Ministry participants are needed and sign up sheet has been placed on back table. Your help is greatly appreciated. Mass times @ St. John the Baptist in Mfld are: Vigil Mass on Oct. 31, 2019 @ 6 pm and on Nov. 1st, 2019 @ 6:30 am * 8 am (School Mass) * 8 am @ Columbus School Mass at Our Lady of Peace in Mfld. * 5:30 pm From the Church
With 50,000 people in attendance from countries around the world, Pope Francis declared John Henry Newman, Mother Giuseppina Vannini, Mother Mariam Thresia Mankidiyan, Sister Dulce Lopes Pontes, and Marguerite Bays Catholic saints. More information about them can be found using the link below. Read More... Save the Dates! Please add these dates to your calendar for the upcoming year Info Meeting - Pilgrimage for Life 11/5/19 St. John's Columbia Room 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pilgrimage for Life 1/22/20 - 1/26/20 Adventure Camp 6/21/20 - 6/26/20 Steubenville St Paul 7/24/20 - 7/26/20 Confirmation at St. Johns 9/20/20 (this is a recent change from Bishop Callahan) Pilgrimage for Life Info Meeting Please join us for an information meeting with light refreshments about the Pilgrimage for Life on Tuesday November 5th from 6:30pm to 7:30pm in the Columbia room. There will be info on fundraising, scholarships, and time for Q+A. |
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Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Stay Connected with Our ParishWelcome from Our PastorWelcome to Christ the King Catholic Church! Ever since 1938 this parish has been assisting souls in their quest for deeper union with God. Our mission statement is essentially found in the stained glass window above the main altar: “For Christ our King.” Insofar as God made us and we belong to Him, we have come to... Read More
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