THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME November 3/4, 2007   Zacchaeus climbed the tree to see Jesus, and came down to be with Jesus. What more do you need to be closer to Jesus?      Gospel Reflection (Luke 19:1-10) The incident in today’s gospel may well be a God’s eye view of each one of us! We are all “little,” like Zaccheus, trying to see Jesus from a distance, and often getting ourselves up into trees or into other difficult situations and needing Jesus to come by and call us back down to earth, back down to an honest relationship with him. “When you come down from there, and admit your need,” says Jesus, “we’ll talk, heart to heart.” Discussion Points for Gospel: Try to see this story from the point of view of Zaccheus. What kind of person was he? What kind of job did he have? Was he respected by others? Feared? Well-liked? Trusted? Why would Jesus want to be his friend? At what exact point, do you think, did Zaccheus change? What brought him joy? What did he do to show that he had changed?    How are you like the “old Zaccheus,” before he met Jesus? How are you like the “new Zaccheus,” after he was found and saved by Jesus?    After you have read this story, what do you think about Jesus? Would you like Jesus to “come to your house?” (Hint: If you ask him to, he will!) (--Sadlier “We Believe" www.webelieveweb.com)     MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY           5:15 p.m.     Robert Kline - Mary Kline SUNDAY                8:30 a.m.     Don Scheck - Josephine Fowler                             10:30 a.m.      Mary Sumney - Joyce & Lon Hamby                               6:15 p.m.      People of Our Parish MONDAY            12:15 p.m.      Tony Udvardy TUESDAY             5:15 p.m.       Fabian Nweze - Mary Ann Chase WEDNESDAY      12:15 p.m.      Patrick B. Irwin - Pauline Rodgers THURSDAY         12:15 p.m.      Memorial Mass for Anthony Poltorak FRIDAY               12:15 p.m.      Beulah Udvardy SATURDAY           5:15 p.m.      Beatrice Selotlegeng Family                                                      Giving Thanks to God SUNDAY                8:30 a.m.      Jon Sparhawk - Karen & Rich Vedder   32nd Sunday in           10:30 a.m.      People of Our Parish     Ordinary Time           6:15 p.m.      Rose Roche - David Roche                                                      & Christine Chandler PARISH CALENDAR:November 4 - 11   Sunday                    31st Sunday in Ordinary Time                   9:30 a.m.     Rosary                 11:30 a.m.     Prayers for Peace                   4:30 p.m.     Religious Education classes                   5:15 p.m.     Reconciliation                   7:30 p.m.     Knights of Columbus Monday                   7:00 p.m.     St. Vincent de Paul Society Tuesday                   6:30 p.m.     Religious Education Classes Wednesday                   7:00 p.m.     Newman Community                                         "Toast to the Lord"                   7:00 p.m.     Why Catholic? group Thursday                   1:00 p.m.     "Needlers" Why Catholic? group                   7:15 p.m.     R.C.I.A. Saturday                  4:15 p.m.      Reconciliation Sunday                      32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                     Veterans' Day                  9:30 a.m.      Rosary                                     Newman Bake Sale (after Masses)                 11:30 a.m.     Prayers for Peace                 12:30 a.m.     Confirmation session                   4:30 p.m.     Religious Education classes                   5:15 p.m.     Reconciliation                   6:00 p.m.     Confirmation session
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 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Wisdom 11:22-12:2 Psalm 145:1-2, 8-9, 10-11, 13, 14 2 Thessalonians 1:11-2:2 Luke 19:1-10 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 2 Maccabees 7:1-2, 9-14 Psalm 17:1, 5-6, 8, 152 Thessalonians 2:16-3:5 Luke 20:27-38 or 20:27, 34-38
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time      Today’s Gospel makes it clear that Jesus’ welcome extends to all. We are called to release our notions of “in” and “out” and see everyone as our brothers and sisters. Adults: Who do I know that could use my helping hand or listening ear? Children: How can I be a better friend to others this week? MEMORIAL BOOK OF THE DEAD    During November, the Church encourages us to remember, with special prayers, those who have died.    We have placed a Memorial Book in the Gathering Space at Church. You are encouraged to add the names of your loved ones who have died. They will be remembered at all the liturgies during the month of November.    Also as a special remembrance, we invite those who have lost family members during the past year (siblings, parents) to bring a picture of their loved ones (3x5 or 4x6). We will display these pictures (we have appropriately sized frames) in our seasonal space near the Memorial Book of the Dead. “May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.” ELECTION DAY: NOVEMBER 6 Be prepared to vote!    Please visit the Catholic Conference website (http://www.ohiocathconf.org/) for information about the various issues on the ballot this year from the perspective of our faith. It is informative, challenging and nonpartisan.    In the Catholic tradition, responsible citizenship is a virtue; participation in the political process is a moral obligation. --Faithful Citizenship “Don’t miss Newman’s Bake Sale after all the Masses on Sunday, the 11th. It’s bound to be GREAT!!!” VETERANS’ DAY    Sunday, November 11, is a day set aside to remember those men and women who served in our Armed Forces. In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11th as Armistice Day to remind Americans of the tragedies of war. A law adopted in 1938 made the day a federal holiday. In 1954, Congress changed the name of the holiday to Veterans Day to honor all U.S. veterans. We offer prayers of gratitude for all our veterans. STUDY TABLES    We are offering the Parish Center as a place for quiet study time in preparation for finals. On the evenings of Wednesday-Friday, November 14-16, and Sunday/Monday, November 18/19, you will be able to use the library, lounge or one of the meeting rooms for study. There will be a variety of drinks and healthy snacks available. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY    Members will meet at the CTK Parish Center on Monday, November 5, at 7:00 p.m. CATHOLIC LADIES OF COLUMBIA    The November meeting of the CLC is Monday, the 12th, 6:30 p.m. at CTK. It will be a potluck Thanksgiving dinner. Call Jody, 797-2266 or Barbara, 797-4316 for regrets. PRAYER/MEDITATION BOOKLETS    The new Living Faith booklets are available at the bulletin boards in church. The months of October, November and December are included in this issue.    We also have available the November issue of Living with Christ. These particular 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. LITURGY BYTES & BITS    There is a format to the General Intercessions which is specified by the “General Instruction to the Roman Missal.” The general rule is that “the sequence of intentions is to be:    a. for the needs of the Church;    b. for public authorities and the salvation of the        world;    c. for those oppressed by any need;    d. for the local community.” (GIRM #46)    This last section includes special intentions that have to do with specific celebrations, such as a baptism or first communions. This is the spot for our prayers for those among us who are sick or who have died. --Ministry Resource Update, Resource Publications, San Jose, California	“... For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save what was lost.” BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES October November 5 - 11 Birthdays: Lisa Ashworth, Douglas Chapman, Mike DiBenedetto, Joe Essman, Patty Finnearty, Luke Frost, Chuck Harrington, Ashley Jeffers, Kerry Kosmo, Averell Overby, Helena Petrik, Rachel Rondy, David Schleter, Carole Schloss, Richard Seiter, Jeff Smathers, Jane Tompkins, Rich Vedder, Matthew White, Doug Whiteman & Joe Yanity. Students: Sarah Juris & Megan Meyer.   Anniversaries: M/M Roger Howard are celebrating their 36th anniversary this week! Prayers for the Sick    Let's be one in hope and prayerful presence to all on our prayer list and continue to pray for Frieda Shields, and Bill Rader. (Remembered in the petitions) REST IN PEACE    We offer our sympathy and prayers to the Harnish family. Karl’s dad Thomas passed away recently. May he and all who have died, rest in the peace of our Lord. OCTOBER -- RESPECT LIFE MONTH    “Every time we go to the polling booth, each citizen faces the task of building a culture of life, or its opposite, through our vote.” (Archbishop Charles J. Chaput and Bishop Jose Gomez, October Respect Life Statement, 2002) SEW-ERS NEEDED!    We need new tablecloths -- the ones we currently use for socials and other events are about 15 years old. We’ll provide the material already cut to size. What we need are willing volunteers to sew the hems. Call the office if you can help. WHY CATHOLIC? RETREAT    All parishioners are invited to attend the Why Catholic? Retreat scheduled for November 17th in the CTK Parish Center. The retreat begins with lunch at 1:00 p.m. and concludes with the Sunday Liturgy at 5:15. MARRIAGE PREPARATION    Couples planning marriage in the Catholic Church are required to attend marriage preparation. The next session at Christ the King church is scheduled for Friday, January 11, AND Friday and Saturday, February 15/16, 2008. Contact the parish office to register or for more information. MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND -- November 16-18 in Marietta. For information or to register, call 330-305-9963 or email WorldwideME@aol.com or go to the website www.wwME.org The Msgr. Donal O’Carroll Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will be having the Shamrock Degree Initiation Saturday, November 10. For those wishing to join the Division we will meet at 11:00 a.m. in the Moran Construction Conference Room, 417 Virginia Street, Marietta, Ohio. All members of the O’Carroll Division are encouraged to attend. The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) is an organization of Catholic men of Irish heritage. If you are interested in joining the AOH, please contact Chip Rogers (rogersc@ohio.edu), Jim Sheehan (sheehajj@muohio.edu) or Jarrett Kealey (jarrett.kealey@gmail.com) in advance of the meeting. SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF FAITH    Holy Family Parish in Steubenville is offering various pilgrimages in preparation for the celebration of their 50th Anniversary. Upcoming pilgrimages are November 30-December 5: Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mexico City; January, 2008: Holy Land Pilgrimage; and June 11, 2008: Dominican and Franciscan Italy. Contact Father Rich Tuttle, 740-264-2825, or email at rectory@holyfamilyweb.org for more information. BENEFIT DINNER Saturday, November 10, 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Room of the First Christian Church in Athens. The dinner will benefit displaced refugees in Iraq. Call 594-6806 for reservations. Sponsored by APJN.