THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME November 14/15, 2009   How does Jesus’ Second Coming affect the way you live each day?   Gospel Reflection (Mark 13:24-32): In this reading we look forward to the day of Jesus’ second coming. We do not know the day or the hour of his coming; only God knows. Meanwhile, as Jesus has repeatedly taught us, we must watch and wait for him in faith, hope, and love. In the hour we least expect him, he warns, he will come.    Let us pray in today’s liturgy for ourselves and for the whole Church, that the Lord may find us ready when he returns. May we not be doing foolish things or be living in fear, but be awaiting the kingdom with hope as we strive to do God’s will.   Discussion Points: One day, Saint Thomas Aquinas, the great teacher and philosopher, and his Dominican brothers were gathered for their hour of recreation. They were all talking, laughing, and enjoying one another’s company before going back to their work, prayer, and study. Someone asked Saint Thomas, “If the world were to end in fifteen minutes, what would you do?” He replied, “I would continue doing exactly what I am doing right now.”    Why do you think Saint Thomas said this? How can you be ready for Jesus to come again? (--Sadlier “We Believe” www.webelieve.web.com) MASSES FOR THE WEEK SATURDAY          5:15 pm     People of Our Parish SUNDAY               8:30 am     Salvatore & Teresa Davoli - the Bray family                             10:30 am     Joe Kiener - Pauline Rodgers                               6:15 pm     Newman & O.U. students MONDAY            12:15 pm     Tony Udvardy TUESDAY              5:15 pm     Cliff Wasko - Tom & Ruth Erb WEDNESDAY      12:15 pm     Jim Rodgers - Mary Kline                               2:00 pm     Mass @ Hickory Creek Nursing Home THURSDAY          5:15 pm      Beulah Udvardy FRIDAY               12:15 pm     Sick & Shut-ins of Our Parish SATURDAY          5:15 pm      Peggi Seiber - the Clines SUNDAY               8:30 am      Joan McDowell - the Woodruffs  Our Lord Jesus Christ     10:30 am      William C. Kiener - Pauline Rodgers    the King                      6:15 pm      People of Our Parish PARISH CALENDAR: November 15 - 22 Sunday                  33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time                                9:45 am     Rosary                             11:30 am     Prayers for Peace                             12:15 pm     RE classes                               5:15 pm     Reconciliation Monday                               6:00 pm     CLC dinner Tuesday                               6:30 pm     RE classes  Wednesday                             Finals begin at O.U. -- Good Luck!                               2:00 pm     Mass @ Hickory Creek Thursday                               1:00 pm     Faith Sharing Group Saturday                               9:30 am     Kids' Retreat: "Be Like a Tree"                                4:15 pm     Reconciliation Sunday                 Our Lord Jesus Christ the King                                9:45 am     Rosary                             11:30 am     Prayers for Peace                             12:15 pm     RE classes                               5:15 pm     Reconciliation                               6:15 pm     final 6:15 Mass of the Quarter
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 Thirty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time Daniel 12:1-3 Psalm 16:5, 8-11 Hebrews 10:11-14, 18 Mark 13:24-32 Our Lord Jesus Christ the King Daniel 7:13-14 Psalm 93:1-2, 5 Revelation 1:5-8 John 18:33-37
QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK Thirty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time      Jesus reminds his listeners that the fig tree ultimately buds in the spring and yields a bounty of fruit. This image underlines the focus of the Gospel. Even in the midst of suffering and death, we can hope and trust in God’s blessings. Adults: What signs of hope and promise to I see in my life? Children: When has Jesus helped me the most? 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.” KID’S RETREAT “Be Like a Tree” Bring your children for a day of fun and learning. Be Like a Tree--Jeremiah 18:07 Like a tree planted near running water--Psalm 1 They will be firmly rooted like the trees of Lebanon--Hosea 14:1-8 Saturday, November 21 9:30 to 11:30 AM Christ the King Parish Center Please register by November 15 YOUTH GROUP HAPPENINGS    Our parish Youth Group is organizing a trip, with the help of generous sponsors, to the March for Life in Washington, D.C. January 21-22, 2010. Space is limited to the first 50 people. $25.00 holds your seat and includes a t-shirt and $15.00 towards your meals. Reservations are due no later than December 31. A check (to St. Paul/Christ the King) and/or cash in a sealed envelope with your name and contact information, can be dropped off at the parish center. For more information contact our youth minister, Kate Kahler at 592-2711. Service Opportunities: *Sunday, November 22. Help set up and or clean -up for the parish Thanksgiving Meal @ St. Paul. (Church Service) Catholic Ladies of Columbia meet for a potluck dinner this Monday, November 16, at 6:00 PM. Phone regrets to Jody Abdella, 797-2266, or Barbara Ley, 797-4316. SACRED HEART RETREAT HOUSE    There will be a Senior Citizens Day of Reflection on Tuesday, November 24, from 10:00 till 2:00. Please call Sacred Heart Retreat House at 740-667-0100 to register. CCHD    Next weekend, November 21/22, we will have our annual collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. For nearly 40 years, the CCHD has embodied Catholic social teaching through pursuing justice and upholding the dignity of the human person. CCHD funds community projects led by low-income individuals. As more Americans feel the weight of the economic crisis, CCHD needs your support more than ever. Check the website www.usccb.org/cchd for more info. MASS SCHEDULE CHANGES weekend of November 28/29 Saturdays:   5:15 PM Sundays:   8:30 & 10:30 AM   Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:15 - 5:00 PM Mon, Wed & Fri:   12:15 PM Tues & Thurs:        5:15 PM	BIRTHDAYS November 16 - 22 Jacob Carey, Colleen Carow, Trent DeBruin, Erin Doughty, MA Welsie Dunfee, David Edwards, Ian Frampton, Patrick Geer, Leslie Gilfert, Adam Grimm, Lisa Hecht, Erin Herpy, Bill Holmes, Ann Hurst, Craig Littler, Henry Lozykowski, Danita McLaughlin, Kyle Pack, Braulio Rosas-Clouse, Sarah Simpson, Barbara Volsko, and Kevin Waller. Anniversaries: Congratulations to the following couples celebrating an anniversary this week: Sherrie & Joe Bossart (26th), Donna & Ray Hart (50th!!), and Jean & Jim Andrews (22nd). PRAYERS FOR THE SICK - Please pray for Parker Moden, Kathi Hahn, Mary Ann Gorman and Bill Rader. (Remembered in the petitions) REST IN PEACE - We offer our sympathy and prayers to Ana and Chris Feger and family on the death of Ana’s father who recently died. May he and all who have died, rest in the peace of our Lord. THANKSGIVING -- November 26 “Let us give thanks and praise.”    A holiday made for the Eucharist and for prayer, this year we will be celebrating 9:00 AM Thanksgiving Mass at St. Paul’s church. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Come and spend some time giving thanks for all the many blessings you’ve received this year!    Reminder: the office is closed both Thanksgiving Day and Friday. Mass will be celebrated at 12:15 pm on Friday. Sacred Heart Retreat House presents COUPLES’ NIGHT OUT “A Celebration of Marriage” Friday, November 20, 6:00-10:00 PM Dinner by Candlelight Catered by Chef Yancy music, frivolity and an inspiring presentation for more information, call SHRH at 740-667-0100 or the Tompkins at 740-667-6768 Donation: $45 per couple registration flyers available at the church bulletin boards WEEKEND RETREAT FOR VOCATIONS    The Benedictine Monks of Saint Andrew Abbey in Cleveland welcome men between the ages of 18-45 who wish to discern a monastic vocation to attend “Living with Benedict” weekend retreat November 27-29. Contact Father Gerard, OSB, gerard@cbhs.net ANCIENT ORDER OF HIBERNIANS    The Msgr. Donal O’Carroll Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will be having the Shamrock Degree Initiation next Saturday, November 21. For those wishing to join the Division, we will meet at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at 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), Rob Brannan (rbrannan@yahoo.com), Joe Mulligan (ohiomulligans@yahoo.com), Bill Coffey (wcoffey001@columbus.rr.com), or Kieran Devane (kieran2001@yahoo.com) in advance of the meeting.