"Mission to Serve": New Orleans Diary   Vacation Bible School 26TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME September 30/October 1, 2006 Respect Life Sunday What will you do this week in Jesus’ name?     Gospel Reflection (Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48): Like Moses before him, Jesus wants God’s healing power to be shared by as many as possible. When a disciple complains about a man who is healing in Jesus’ name but who is not one of their company, Jesus assures him, “Anyone who is not against us is with us.” Doing good is not to be restricted to an exclusive few. Giving good example to the “little ones” or those of simple faith will be rewarded. Anyone who leads them astray deserves punishment.    Since our hands, our feet, and our eyes can lead us into sin, we are to use them in ways that honor God’s Kingdom of love, justice, and peace. By doing so, we help to make God’s reign visible in our midst.   Discussion Points for Gospel: Recall some of your experiences of having substitute teachers in religion or other classes. How did you and your classmates treat these substitutes? Why? When new pastors or other parish leaders arrive, how do you think they should be treated? How might we apply what Jesus says in today’s gospel to the ways in which we support those who serve in his name?    In what ways can people your age give a good example to young children at home, at school, or in the community? What does Jesus say about those who lead the little ones astray? (from Sadlier "We Believe" web site)     MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY       5:15 p.m.     People of Our Parish SUNDAY            8:30 a.m.     Bob Stockmal - Wendy & Bill Serbonich                          10:30 a.m.     Margaret Schriner - the Schreck family                            6:15 p.m.     Area Needy MONDAY         12:15 p.m.     St. Vincent de Paul Society members TUESDAY          5:15 p.m.      Religious Education Staff WEDNESDAY   12:15 p.m.     Beulah Udvardy THURSDAY       5:15 p.m.     Tony Udvardy FRIDAY            12:15 p.m.     St. Francis Society members SATURDAY       5:15 p.m.      M/M Eugene Kline - Mary Kline SUNDAY            8:30 a.m.      People of Our Parish 27th Sunday in         10:30 a.m.      George Hargraves - the Hargraves family   Ordinary Time         6:15 p.m.      Sick & Shut-ins of Our Parish PARISH CALENDAR: October 1 - 8 SUNDAY          26THSUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME                           Respect Life Sunday        9:00 a.m.     Pancake Breakfast        9:45 a.m.     Rosary (Bl. Sacrament Chapel)        4:30 p.m.     Religious Education classes        5:15 p.m.     Reconciliation        7:00 p.m.     Knights of Columbus meeting MONDAY         Feast of the Guardian Angels        1:00 p.m.     "The Needlers" discussion group        7:30 p.m.     St. Vincent de Paul Society mtg. TUESDAY        6:30 p.m.     Religious Education classes        6:30 p.m.     Youth Group meeting WEDNESDAY   Feast of St. Francis of Assisi        7:00 p.m.     Newman Community mtg. THURSDAY      Feast of St. Bruno        7:15 p.m.     R.C.I.A. FRIDAY       12:15 p.m.    St. Francis Society mtg. SATURDAY      Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary        4:15 p.m.     Reconciliation SUNDAY          27TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME                           Vocation Awareness Sunday        9:45 a.m.     Rosary (Bl. Sacrament Chapel)        4:30 p.m.     Religious Education classes        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 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time Numbers 11:25-29 Psalm 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14 James 5:1-6 Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time Genesis 2:18-24 Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6 Hebrews 2:9-11 Mark 10:2-16 or 10: 2-12
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time    Perhaps the disciples were looking out for themselves in today's Gospel when they expressed concern that other people were praying and acting in Jesus' name. In response, Jesus teaches them that all people are invited to become his followers. The gift of faith is offered to all people and not just a chosen few. Adults: What special gift do I contribute to the world? Children: In what way can I be more like Jesus this week? TODAY!!! NEWMAN-SPONSORED PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, October 1 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome; please join us! $3.50 all-you-can eat pancakes ($4.00 w/sausage); $2.50 for children's meals. LIVING ROSARY    During the recent sign-up weekends, we had 15 people indicate an interest to pray the Living Rosary -- a wonderful response! We'd like to have at least 6 more participants in order that all four mysteries will be completely prayed each and every day. Please call Wendy at the office, 592-2711, for more information. The LIVING FAITH October, November and December issue is now available. Come to the Gathering Space to pick up one of these FREE prayer and reflections booklets. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION IDEAS FOR THIS WEEK •Today is Respect Life Sunday. Talk to your family about why Catholics are pro-life. •Monday is the Feast of the Guardian Angels. We honor the angels who protect us. •Wednesday is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. He founded a religious order of men who would travel the world to help those in need teaching them of the Love of God and the Kingdom. St. Francis also had a special relationship with animals. Say a prayer for the creatures in your life. •Thursday: Feast of St. Bruno. He and a few friends spent their lives in quiet prayer for others. •Saturday: is the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary. Look for the brochure on the Rosary in the Gathering Space.    During October we study Mary’s life in the classroom. Ask your child each week what they did and learned.    Bishop Conlon talked on Tuesday night about the rewards and blessings that come from participating in the Sunday Liturgy as a family. What blessings do you feel while participating in the Liturgy? As a family use the “Questions of the Week in this week insert” to spark a discussion on the Gospel of today. In the classroom, we use weekly newsletters to assist the teachers in reviewing the Gospel. Ask your child how they used the brochure this week. YOUTH NEWS -- FIG AND FAIR TRADE    October is fair trade month, so at our meeting this week we’ll learn about fair trade and get to know some farmers impacted by unfair trade practices. We’ll also have some fun activities with the FIG group. Location change! - please meet at 6:30 PM Tuesday at Christ The King Parish Center. DIOCESAN YOUTH RALLY - OCTOBER 22    Mark the date & join diocesan youth at St. Ambrose Church in Belpre for an afternoon of fun. The rally begins at 1:00 p.m. and closes with 6:00 Eucharistic Liturgy. NEWMAN COMMUNITY NEWS    There’s a lot of exciting Newman events these days! Last week Newman joined other young adults of the parish for an evening with the Bishop, this Sunday Newman will be hosting its traditional Pancake Breakfast, and the weekend of October 13th is our spectacular Fall Retreat. Come join other college students for these events as we strive to grow in faith, love, and community. Our meeting this Wednesday is at 7pm in the Parish Center. All are welcome, see you there! SACRED HEART RETREAT HOUSE    Plan ahead to participate in the November 3-4 Retreat “Communion of Saints” at Sacred Heart Retreat House. It is open to all. Call 740-667-0100 to register. CROP WALK    Athens’ annual CROP walk will be celebrated on Sunday, October 8, at 2 pm, on the bike path by Peden Stadium. The CROP walk benefits Church World Services, an ecumenical, international relief organization now celebrating its 60th anniversary. If you can’t be a walker, then be a supporter by making a contribution to one of the walkers. To get an entry form or for more information, please contact George Bain at 592-3828 or gbain45701@yahoo.com.	BIRTHDAYS: October 2 - 8 Janelle Blazier, Janet Gustafson, Sara Menchofer, Michael McSteen, Fe Cox, Helen Felsinger, Beth Kordesch, Liam McSteen, Tom Murray, Sharon Frame, Lauren Herpy, Paul Kostival, Joung Hee Krizic, Greg Scharer, Steve Krivicich, Daniel Rankin, Rosemary Hayes, David Lopez, Christopher Nance, Veronica Bagnole and Bob Bray. Student: Neil Dingow ANNIVERSARIES: October 2 - 8 Susan & Charles Barga (7th), Marty & Jerry Bayha (40th), Sarah & Sylvester James (27th), Liz & Bill Luehrman (18th), Theresa Moran & David Bell (19th), Theresa & John Mulligan (4th), Chris & Rich Neumann (21st), and Cheryl & Tony Sylvester (19th). Prayers for the Sick    Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence to all on our prayer list and pray for Margaret Deppen, Alice Mulligan, Kathleen Morrow, Jared Reinhart, Tim Ewing, Rev. Donald Mantica, Ted Hart, Linda Huck, Mary Simmons, Teresa Walsh, and Mike Mulligan. (Remembered in the petitions) DEATHS Please remember in your prayers parishioners Don Scheck and Lou Ruman and Chris Grimm's uncle Jimmy Ward -- all of whom died this past week. We offer the Scheck family, the Ruman family, and the Grimm and Ward families our sincere sympathy. May they and all who have died rest in the peace of our lord. MINISTRY TRAINING    Altar servers will be trained after the 8:30 and 10:30 Masses this weekend, September 30/October 1.    Anyone who wishes to be a reader or Eucharistic minister and who hasn't received training yet, should contact Nancy at nsand@ctkathens.org to set up a time for training. RESPECT LIFE    St. Paul wrote in Ephesians (5:11), "Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them" Evil flourishes when it is hidden and when the victim in unseen. Our job is to expose the evil of abortion and euthanasia to the light of human conscience, and keep the humanity of its victims ever before the public eye. WHY CATHOLIC? Journey through the Catechism.    Christ the King and St. Paul’s parishes are continuing this fall. Come, Taste and See! Join a small group, and reflect on the Sacraments. Sign up September 30-October 1 or call Mary and Pat Reddan at 740-594-8691. If you are already a part of a small group, please contact your small group leader. The six week sessions will begin the week of October 16 and continue through the week of November 20, 2006. This season’s book is The Celebration of the Christian Mystery, the theme is on the Sacraments. PARISH GROUPS AND MEETINGS Knights of Columbus    The monthly meeting of the Fr. Patala Council will be held this Sunday evening at 7:00. If you missed the Open House and you haven’t seen the hall lately, this will be a great time to see the hall. Remember, to park at the hall; you will need a parking hangtag; get one at the meeting or at the hall Monday evening from 9:00-10:00. St. Vincent de Paul Society    The next regular monthly meeting is Monday, October 2, 7:30 p.m. in the CTK Parish Center.    A volunteer is needed to handle the scheduling duties for deliveries. If you are interested, please call Wanita at 592-6085. Volunteer(s) needed for food delivery on the third Tuesday of the month. Please contact Wanita at 592-6085 for more information or to sign up! St. Francis Society    First Friday Mass will be celebrated on October 6 at 12:15 at CTK. A potluck luncheon will follow Mass. Senior citizens from Holy Cross, Glouster, and St. Mary of the Hills, Buchtel/Nelsonville will join us. Catholic Ladies of Columbia    Monday, October 9, is the next meeting of the CLC. Members gather at CTK at 6:30 p.m.