- 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
Third
Sunday of Lent
Exodus 17:3-7
Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9
Romans 5:1-2, 5-8
John 4:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42
Fourth
Sunday of Lent
1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a
Psalm 23: 1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6
Ephesians 5:8-14
John 9:1-41 or 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38 |
- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Third Sunday of
Lent
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- From its improbable beginning when
Jesus asks for a drink, the conversation in today’s Gospel
was always in danger of breaking down. At any time the suspicion
between Samaritans and Jews could undermine the encounter. The
woman, however, keeps talking. Her willingness to do so lead
to her faith in Jesus as Savior of the world
Adults: Have I ever grown from a conversation with
someone who disagreed with me? What does such an experience tell
me of God’s grace?
Children: How can I learn from those who think
differently than I do?
- FISH FRY
Each
Friday a Fish Fry will be held at the CTK PC from
5-7. Catholic organizations from St. Paul and CTK will host
the event during Lent.
- The menu
includes fish, a vegetable, coleslaw and a roll. The cost is
$5/plate. Donations accepted. Take out available.
- This Friday,
February 29, the event will again be sponsored by the Newman
Community. Food is catered by the Red Brick Tavern courtesy Dan
DeLuca.
- Stations of the
Cross and Benediction
Fridays at 6:00 pm
KIDS’
RETREAT!
Make a leap of faith and come to our retreat
on March 1 from 9:30 - 11:30 at the CTK Parish Center.
Children 3 and older are welcome to join us for a time of fun
and learning. Registration forms available in the back of church.
Contact Nancy Sand 592-3410 or nsand@ctkathens.org if you have
questions.
CHILDREN’S EASTER CHOIR
Practice is 3:45-4:25 pm on Sundays:
March 2, 9, 16. (If needed, March 22, at 10:00.) We will
be singing for the 10:30 Mass on Easter. Questions, contact Nancy
Sand, 592-3410.
EASTER FLOWER MEMORIALS
Please send or bring your memorial to the office
no later than March 17 for inclusion in the Easter bulletin.
- 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 he washed his disciples’ feet and instituted the
Holy Eucharist.
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.
SACRED HEART RETREAT HOUSE
“What is Levi’s Whole Story?”
is the theme for our Senior Citizen Day of Reflection at Sacred
Heart Retreat House on Tuesday, March 4, from 10:00
till 2:00. All are welcome. Please call 740-667-0100 to register.
ST.
FRANCIS SOCIETY
We will celebrate First Friday Mass on March
7 at 12:00 noon followed by a soup luncheon. A Master Gardener
from the Extension Office will speak about gardening for seniors.
LITURGY
BITS AND BYTES
The Institution Narrative is
the part that retells the story of the last supper. It is, in
fact, a narrative. This is the part that the Western Church generally
regards as the consecration. An interesting note, however, is
that some of the Eucharistic Prayers in the early Church did
not include the institution narrative. As the theology of the
Eucharist develops, a number of theologians now describe the
entire prayer as consecratory. The important thing is that the
consecration occurs through the power of the Holy Spirit, invoked
by the presider, who, through ordination, has been given the
authority to act in the name of the assembled community, the
Church. Copyright ©
2008 Resource Publications, San Jose, CA
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- Lord, you are truly the
Savior of the world; give me living water, that I may never thirst
again. --John 4:15
BIRTHDAYS &
ANNIVERSARIES
February 25 - March 2
Birthdays: George
Adelsberger, Ron Dawson, David Gilfert, David Gustafson, Foli
James, Kathleen Kutsko, Matt Maher, Amos Moretti, Bruce Nottke,
Connor Rogers-Wartinger, Diane Spezza, Shad Goodwin, Bill Kane,
Connor Miller, and Bill Sells.
Anniversaries: Martha
& Chris Simpson (26th) and Marguerite & Paul Kostival
(40th).
Prayers for the Sick
Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence
to all on our prayer list and continue to pray for Katy Hart
and Bill Rader. (Remembered in
the petitions)
REST IN
PEACE
We offer our sympathy and prayers to the Schreck
family and to Nancy Beebe. Ed’s uncle Father Joseph
Schreck passed away recently. Nancy’s aunt
died last Saturday. May they and all who have died, rest in the
peace of our Lord.
- NEWMAN COMMUNITY
This past week we had a service meeting. Newmaners
worked with St. Vincent de Paul volunteers and parishioners
to pack up 30 boxes and 30 bags of food
for the needy.
Next week is an education meeting. Newman meets
every Wednesday at 7:00 pm -- join us!
MARDI
GRAS BENEFIT UPDATE
Remember the Mardi Gras Feast held earlier
this month at the Oak Room Restaurant? Proceeds were to benefit
the St. Vincent de Paul Society. We recently received a check
for the amount of $980 from the Oak Room for Vincent
de Paul!! Thanks to everyone who participated: from the folks
at the Oak Room, to the cooks, and of course, to those who chowed
down!
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY will meet
Monday, March 3, 7:00 pm in the CTK Parish Center.
NATURAL
FAMILY PLANNING
A Natural Family Planning Course Series teaches
you about your mutual fertility as a couple, and how you can
live out your married love with dignity and respect by practicing
NFP. The next three-part class series begins March 7th, 7-9:30
pm. at Christ the King Univ. Parish Center. To reserve your
spot contact Bob and Sharon Colvin (740) 593-5713 or colvin.sl@gmail.com
27th
ANNUAL IRISH GATHERING
The celebration of the Feast of the Good Saint
Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland, has been ongoing for the last
1,213 years. In Marietta, for the last 27 years, the Monsignor
Donal O’Carroll Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians,
has carried on that tradition in grand style! Irish food, music
and dance will be featured.
The “Gathering” will be held Sunday,
March 9 from 12:30 until 4:30 pm. Advance reservations
are required. To make reservations for the 27th Annual Gathering,
please call the Lafayette Hotel at (740) 373-5522 or (800) 331-9336.
Tickets may be purchased in Athens from Chip Rogers, (740) 593-7405
or rogersc@ohio.edu. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children
10 - years of age and younger.
NEEDED: New
leader for monthly community dinner sponsored by the Parish Community
Service Committee of Christ the King and St. Paul’s parishes
at United Campus Ministry house in Athens. Call the office for
more info.
COUNSELING ASSISTANCE FUND
Are you or is someone you know a survivor of
sexual abuse by a representative of the Church? The Catholic
Bishops through the Catholic Conference of Ohio have created
a Counseling Assistance Fund to help those who have been harmed.
This Fund is designed to provide counseling or similar mental
health services through a process independent of the Church.
Claims may be submitted through May 15, 2008. Website is www.counselingassistancefund.org for more information.
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