"Mission to Serve": New Orleans Diary   THE SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER May 12/13, 2007   Who are the people who have helped you believe? Whom do you help?    Gospel Reflection (John 14:23-29) In the gospel today, Jesus continues to speak about love. Those who live will experience God’s love in their lives and the gift of peace that only Christ can give. Jesus also promises to send the Paraclete, or the Comforter, to his disciples. The Paraclete is the Holy Spirit, who will guide the Church for all time. Jesus’ followers will not be left on their own.    Discussion Points for Gospel: If Jesus’ gift to us is peace, why do we so often lack peace in our hearts, in our homes, and in our world? What does loving Jesus and being true to his word have to do with the gift of peace that he promises?    We believe that God is Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The sign of the cross that we pray so often affirms our faith. One day this week, be aware of yourself as a child of God the Father. How does this affect you, your attitudes, your prayers? Another day, be aware of the gift of Jesus to us. How does this affect you, your attitudes, your prayers? Another day, be aware of the Comforter, God the Holy Spirit, that Jesus promised. How does this awareness of the Spirit affect you, your attitudes, your prayers? (from Sadlier “We Believe”)     MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY          5:15 p.m.      Mary Simmons - Verna Stockmal SUNDAY               8:30 a.m.      Longina Tyczynksa -                                                     Jim & Kathleen Fuller                                          10:30 a.m.      James Rodgers - Pauline Rodgers                               6:15 p.m.      People of Our Parish MONDAY            12:15 p.m.      Health of Kathleen Morrow - the Schrecks TUESDAY             5:15 p.m.       Special Intention - Mary Kline WEDNESDAY      12:15 p.m.      Newman Community THURSDAY          5:15 p.m.       R.C.I.A. Team & Participants FRIDAY               12:15 p.m.      Area Needy SATURDAY          5:15 p.m.       Salvatore & Teresa Davoli - the Brays SUNDAY               8:30 a.m.       Bob Stockmal - the Essmans  7th Sunday of Easter    10:30 a.m.       Mary Simmons - the Schrecks     Ascension                        6:15 p.m.       People of Our Parish PARISH CALENDAR: May 13 - 20 Sunday          Sixth Sunday of Easter                                       Mother's Day                    9:30 a.m.     Rosary                  11:30 a.m.     Prayers for Peace                    5:15 p.m.     Reconciliation Monday                        6:30 p.m.      Catholic Ladies of Columbia Tuesday                    1:00 p.m.     "The Needlers" group                    5:00 p.m.     Peace & Justice group                    7:00 p.m.     R.E. Child Protection Wkshp. Wednesday                    7:00 p.m.     Newman Community meeting Thursday                    7:15 p.m.     R.C.I.A. Friday                    5:00 p.m.     R.E. Board meeting Saturday                    4:15 p.m.     Reconciliation Sunday           Seventh Sunday of Easter                                       Ascension                    9:30 a.m.     Rosary                  11:30 a.m.     Prayers for Peace                    2:30 p.m.     R.E. Family Picnic                    5:15 p.m.     Reconciliation
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.	New American Bible Sixth Sunday in Lent Acts 15:1-2, 22-29 Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 Revelations 21:10-14, 22-23 John 14:23-29 Seventh Sunday of Easter Acts 7:55-60 Psalm 97:1-2, 6-7, 9 Revelations 22:12-14, 16-17, 20 John 17:20-26
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER    Jesus promises us peace in today's Gospel, but his way to peace differs from the attitudes which prevail in our society. His peace asks us to address the underlying causes of injustice and to reject the use of coercion in attaining our goals.   Adults: Where do I recognize a need for peace, and how can I build peace by treating others justly and with respect?   Children: How can I be a person of peace with those around me? CATHOLIC COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGN Heard the Good News today?    Next week’s collection supports the Catholic Communication Campaign. Your gift helps CCC and our diocese to provide television, radio and print materials that spread the Good News of Christ’s abiding love for each and every one of us. Visit our web page for more information: www.CatholicCommunicationCampaign.org. You can use the envelopes in your church support box or one of the brochure envelopes located at the bulletin boards. Please be generous! CATHOLIC LADIES OF COLUMBIA    The next monthly meeting of the CLC is Monday, May 14, 6:30 p.m. at CTK in the Parish Center. The May issue of Living with Christ is now available at the bulletin board in the Gathering space. These 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. MINISTRY SCHEDULES -- We’re going to be starting the summer schedules soon so if you know any dates you are NOT available, please email Nancy Sand (nsand@ctkathens.org) or phone the office. BLESSING PRAYER FOR MOTHER’S DAY God of Love, listen to this prayer.    God of Holy People, of Sarah, Ruth and Rebekah; God of holy Elizabeth, mother of John, of Holy Mary, Mother of Jesus, bend down Your ear to this request and bless the mother of our family.    Bless her with the strength of Your spirit, she who has taught her child/children how to stand and how to walk.    Bless her today, now, in this lifetime, with good things, with health. Bless her with joy, love, laughter and pride in her child/children and surround her with many good friends.    May she who carried life in her womb be carried on one day to Your divine embrace: there, for all eternity, to rejoice with her family and friends.    This blessing and all graces, we pray, descend upon the mother of our family: in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen+ NEWMAN COMMUNITY NEWS    This Wednesday, join us as we discuss various forms of prayer. Newman meets Wednesday evenings at 7:00 in the CTK Parish Center. All are welcome to come. SACRED HEART RETREAT HOUSE NEWS    You are invited to come to the Retreat House this Thursday evening, May 17, at 7:00 to pray the Living Rosary for world peace. Bring your family and friends.    Ham Loaf Dinner with twice-baked potatoes, salad, vegetables, and blueberry pancake dessert are scheduled for the Saturday, May 19th 7:00 dinner at Sacred Heart Retreat House. Call in for reservations at 740-667-0100. PEACE AND JUSTICE MINISTRY    Jim Coady will be speaking about his recent experiences in Palestine on Monday, May 21, at 7 p.m. in the Parish Center. His presentation is sponsored by the Peace and Justice Committee. LITURGY BYTES & BITS    Who are the music ministers in liturgy? We refer to the instrumentalists and vocalists who lead us in song as the music ministers. And so they are.    However, this can be misleading, because WE, the COMMUNITY, are the primary music ministers in liturgy. Our job is to sing the songs, to witness to our faith to one another through our singing, and to encourage others to do the same through our enthusiastic song. It is important that we support one another in song and that we hear one another and are not overwhelmed by electronic amplification or muted by sound-absorbing materials. Singing together is an important element of the liturgy which transforms us from independent individuals to a unified worshiping body.    If we feel we do not sing well, we can always remember the words of Psalm 95:1: “O come, let us sing to the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation!”	“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you.” BIRTHDAYS: May 14 - 20 Joe Carbone, Nicole Essman, Jordan Furner, Mary Grueser, Shea Heckman, Jimmy Herpy, Mary Hogan, Don Hone, Noreen Hone, Alina Kordesch, John Lavelle, Adam Lee, Michael Lopez, Matthew Lozykowski, Laura Luther, Susan Matters, Gary Meyer, Ann Paskievitch, Sandy Patton, Peggi Seiber, Kim Trout, Makaela Trout, Kyle Young and Drew Zorn. Student: Lauren Berg ANNIVERSARIES: Una & Ted Gilfert (19th), Kathleen & Keith Morrow (31st), Vickie Ball-Seiter & Rick Seiter (14th), and Helen & Bill Coffey (49th!). PRAYERS FOR THE SICK Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence to all on our prayer list and continue to pray for Cliff Wasko, Kathleen Morrow, Susie Shanmugham, Jennifer Kreiser’s grandmother, Bill Kane, and Teresa Walsh. (Remembered in the petitions) REST IN PEACE      Please pray for the repose of the soul of parishioner Alice Mulligan who died Wednesday. And also pray for Candy Kostival’s mom Wanda who died last week. May they and all who have died, rest in the peace of our Lord. LIVING FAITH    These FREE prayer and reflections booklets are available in the Gathering Space. The months of April, May and June are included in this issue. RESPECT LIFE    A new mother facing an unexpected pregnancy is often anxious and afraid. Those around her are called to be messengers of God’s Word in action and deed. Then she will experience Jesus’ promise: “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you. . .Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid.” (John 14) VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL NEWS    We still need volunteers to help with preschool and decorating for Quest for Truth VBS. Please contact Dawn McCarthy at 707-1342 or db642701@ohio.edu to volunteer.    Ruff! Ruff! Quest for Truth VBS is -ter-ruff-ic-! Join Digger the Dog and your friends at Quest for Truth this summer and find the truth about Jesus. The quest takes place July 15-19 from 6:00-8:30 PM. Look for registrations forms in the mail. Sign up today! Call Dawn McCarthy (707-1342) for more information. NATIONAL SHRINE IN CAREY, OHIO    Italian Heritage Day at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey is Sunday, May 20. Confessions are 10:30 to noon; Masses are 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon. At 2:30 p.m. there will be an outdoor Rosary procession with Benediction and healing service. All are welcome.    The Feast of Our Lady of Consolation will be celebrated on Friday, May 25, 11:00 a.m. in the upper Basilica. There will be an outdoor rosary procession at 1:00 p.m. with Benediction and healing service. This year we observe the 132nd anniversary of the arrival of the statue of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey. Join us for Mass with Bishop Blair at 7:00 p.m. JENCO FOUNDATION    The Fr. Martin Jenco Foundation has been recognizing unsung heroes in Appalachia for the past five years. The Foundation strives to recognize those who have given of their time, talent and treasure to assure a better life for those in need. To date the foundation has awarded more than $25,000 to those who serve the homeless, the hungry, the naked and the poor.    Saturday, May 19, marks the sixth annual “Father Martin Jenco Spring Fling.” This year the event will be held at “The Ridges” Auditorium in Athens from 6:00 until 10:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. There will be both a silent and a live auction. Local bands and the Athens Irish Dancers will be featured. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. They may be purchased at The Donkey Coffee Café or at the door. For more information, please contact Jim Fuller at 594-8385 or Chip Rogers, rogersc@ohio.edu.