- QUESTIONS OF THE
WEEK
- Exaltation of
the Holy Cross
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- Jesus told Nicodemus that his death would bring saving
love to the world and an offer of eternal life to those who believe
in him.
Adults: To what extent do I try to join the trials
and sufferings of my life to those of Jesus?
Children: When I see a crucifix or picture of Jesus
on the cross, do I say a prayer of thanks to him for loving me
that much?
STEWARDSHIP
OF TIME AND TALENTS
Fall is a time of change here in Athens: school
begins, new parishioners (university students as well as families)
are welcomed into our community, a new year of religious education
begins. We change our Mass schedule to reflect the addition of
students to our community. And we sign-up to participate in various
ministries — the sharing of our time and talents —
for the coming year.
This weekend, September 13/14, is our annual
Sign-up Weekend. Please take some time to pray about how you
want to become involved in parish life -- and then sign up!!!
We’ll have another opportunity to sign-up next weekend,
September 20/2.
EXALTATION
OF THE HOLY CROSS
This weekend we honor the Holy Cross by which
Christ redeemed the world. The public veneration of the Cross
originated in the fourth century with observance of the feast
being celebrated by Christians on September 14 ever sinc Christians
“exalt” the Cross of Christ as the instrument of our
salvation. Adoration of the Cross is adoration of Jesus Christ
who suffered and died on this Roman instrument of torture for
our redemption from sin and death. The cross represents the One
Sacrifice by which Jesus, obedient even unto death, accomplished
our salvation. The cross is a symbolic summary of the Passion,
Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ — all in one image;
it is the most potent and universal symbol of the Christian faith.
RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION NEWS
It’s not too late to register your
child for Religious Education. Bring them to class today or Tuesday.
Teachers are needed for 4th, 5th and 6th grades
on Sunday. Aides are needed for both days. Come, share your love
of the Lord with our youth.
Parent meetings for all children enrolled in
the classroom programs are Sunday, September 21, 11:30
PK and K); Sunday, September 21, 12:30 (1st - 8th); and
Tuesday, September 23, 6:30 (PK - 8th). Contact Nancy
Denhart, 590-3302 or 592-2711.
NEWMAN COMMUNITY
NEWS
Last week, we kicked off a new year of
Newman and learned a little about what makes our organization
so great. Join us 7 p.m. Wednesday at the PC for an evening
of fellowship and fun at our social meeting. Everyone is welcome
— bring your friends!
HEALTHCARE REFORM
On the weekend of September 13-14, Dave Pavlick,
who is walking Ohio on behalf of healthcare reform will be in
Athens. You are invited to meet him after the 8:30 Mass when
he stops by CTK this Sunday morning, September 14.
PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER (PRC)
The PRC is offering training for volunteers.
This course is designed to equip individuals who are interested
in working with families who have found themselves in the midst
of an unplanned pregnancy. The PRC is dedicated to providing
compassionate care and practical assistance, offering all services
free and confidentially.
Training dates are Friday, September 19,
6-9 pm and Saturday, September 20, 8 am to 4 pm at
the PRC, 43A South Court Street, Athens. The cost is $22. For
more info or to register, contact Catherine at 592-4700 or email
athensprc@yahoo.com
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Fr. Patala Council #1716 of the Knights of
Columbus Annual Wiener Roast is Saturday, October 4, 6:00pm.
The annual roast will be held at the home of Dave and Pat Vogt,
6696 Lemaster Road. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Maybe even a potential member? The Council will provide the wieners
and drinks! Please 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!
- LITURGY BITS AND BYTES
Receiving in the hand
One
of the values of receiving in the hand is that it is a more active
participation. It returns to the practice of the early Church,
when the celebration of Eucharist held more emphasis as a meal.
It is more in keeping with the adult practice of feeding oneself,
rather than being fed as children.
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- “For God so loved
the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes
in him might not perish but might have eternal life.”
- BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
- September 15-21
Birthdays: Kenney
Bell, Kwaku Gyamfi Boakye-Yiadom, Michael Boakye-Yiadom, Ralph
Boll, Joanne Bray, Susan Brooks, Stacey Commerford, George Eberts,
Raymond Frost, Jim Fuller, Greg Grimm, Jamie Hall, Caroline Herd,
Kelly King, Kirk Legar, Jennifer Perry, Chip Rogers, Teresa Schleter,
Doug Schreck, Tom Stork and Abagael Webb.
Anniversaries: Sallie
& Kent Sauber (13th), Lisa & Danny Radford (13th), Angel
& Steve Mack (19th), Mary Ann Skerl-Smathers & Jeff Smathers
(6th), and Becky & Kip Rondy (17th). Congratulations!
Prayers
for the Sick
Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence
to all on our prayer list and continue to pray for Paul Reininga
and Bill Rader. (Remembered in
the petitions)
REST IN
PEACE
We offer our sympathy and prayers to Connie
and Tony DeBerardinis. Tony’s daughter, Rosemarie
T. Rushford, and Connie’s brother, William
F. Headapohl, both passed away recently. May they and
all who have died, rest in the peace of our Lord.
- WHY CATHOLIC?
JOURNEY THROUGH THE CATECHISM
sign-up September 20/21 and 27/28
Book IV Christian Prayer
Join a small group and reflect on the Sacraments
HABITAT
FOR HUMANITY
There will be an informational meeting Saturday,
September 20th, 2:00 pm at The Plains Library for all prospective
Athens County Habitat housing applicants. For more info, please
call 592-0032.
HALF-WAY TO ST. PATRICK’S
DAY CONCERT
The Msgr. Donal O’Carrol Division of the
Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) is sponsoring a concert featuring
The Clancy Legacy band, a traditional Irish music band, on Saturday,
September 20, 8 pm at Washington State Community College
Auditorium, 710 Colgate Drive, Marietta. Tickets are $17 in advance,
$19 at the door. Call 866-725-5213 for tickets.
KAIROS
PRISON MINISTRY
Prison ministry is a very 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 for the past fifteen
years. In Matthew’s gospel Jesus says, “I was in prison
and you visited me.”
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 Hocking Correctional
Facility October 2-5. Christ the King will be joining
other churches in the area to support this worthwhile effort.
There are two ways that we can do this.
The first way is through prayer. 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.
The second way is to bake cookies that will
be used as refreshments and that participants in the retreat
can share with other inmates. Bake at least two dozen cookies
(nothing fancy) that are to be packed in one gallon clear plastic
bags and delivered to the Parish Center on Saturday, September
27 before noon. Each two dozen cookies must be packed in a separate
bag.
Jesus calls us to “Love one another as
I have loved you.” Thank you for helping.
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