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DIOCESE OF JOLIET
1501 South Main Street, Lombard, IL 60148 Rectory: (630) 629-1717 Fax: (630) 705-0692 Academy: (630) 627-0640 Fax: (630) 705-0139 www.ctklombard.org www.facebook.com/ctklombard
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Christ the King Mission Statement
The People of Christ the King in Lombard are a welcoming, vibrant faith community building the kingdom of God through our many ministries. We celebrate our diversity, seeking to realize the gifts of each member of our parish, as we are all joined together under one faith, in a spiritual journey of evangelization, service to others, and a reverence for all life. In the Eucharist, we find new life, and bring this life to others through stewardship, education, and worship.
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PARISH LEADERSHIP PASTORAL COUNCIL CHAIR: Mark Shutock; shutock1@aol.com ADMINISTRATION COMMISSION CHAIR: George Dean; ggdean01@comcast.net FAITH FORMATION COMMISSION CHAIR: Joyce Andrejack; jring96@aol.com and Judy Knox; knox.d@aol.com SERVICE COMMISSION CHAIR: Martha Cebulski; casadecebulski@comcast.net WORSHIP COMMISSION CHAIR: Sharon Pierscionek; sharonbaskets@ameritech.net FINANCE COUNCIL: Rick Cosenza; rlcosenza@yahoo.com
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Please allow eight months of preparation time. Date arrangements are made after the initial meeting with pastor or a representative before any other commitments are made. Contact 630.396.6076 ANOINTING OF THE SICK: If you or one of your loved ones are in need of the Sacrament contact the rectory or see the priest after Mass. In case of an emergency of illness or death, please contact the rectory, ext 1. SACRAMENT PREPARATION FOR CHILDREN: A child must be registered in Religious Education classes for two years prior to receiving the Sacraments of Initiation. Contact 630.396.6078 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS: Individuals who are interested in becoming in full communion with the Catholic Church ought to contact the parish rectory for an appointment.Contact 630.369.6076
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Please pray one decade of the rosary each day for our sick
WEEKEND MASS:
Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:00 am, 10:00 am, and 12:00 Noon
EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION:
Thursdays 9:00 am-8:00 pm, Second Saturday 7:00 pm & First Saturday 7:00 pm
Rest in Peace
Our condolences to the family and friends of Henry Stankevitz
RECTORY HOURS:
Mon 10:00 am-3:00 pm Tues-Thurs: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am 12:00 pm After Hours By Appointment Main Office closed: 12-12:30 pm
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Prayer for Pastors and the Communities they are Called to Serve
Christ Jesus, you are the Eternal High Priest who watches over and guides our Joliet Diocesan Parishes. In this time of transition for the parishes of Christ the King and St. Ann Parish, may we know that you have a plan for us. You have called Father Peter Jarosz to serve as Pastor of St. Ann Parish and Father Jeff Stoneberg, the new pastor of Christ the King in June. May they know of the support and prayers of the communities they are serving at this time. On the Universal Feast of Corpus Christi give Father Stoneberg and Father Jarosz courage, wisdom, and joy as they begin their new pastor assignments. Thank you Lord for calling these priests to be of service for the Church of Joliet, under the leadership and example of Bishop Conlon. Through Christ our Lord Amen Daily Prayer until Feast of Corpus Christi
Jose Alfaro
ESL Pontifical College Josephinum Parish: St. Mary, West Chicago Birthday June 1
My name is Jose Alonso Alfaro. I was born in Zinapecuaro, Michoacn, Mexico. I am the eighth of nine children in a very Catholic family. My parents have always been hard workers. My Dad used to come to the United States every year to look for work and my Mom stayed in Mexico to care for the family. We lived a very simple life. The thought of priesthood was with me at a very young age. I remember playing Mass with my friends and I was always the priest. I enjoyed serving Mass often as a child and we went to Eucharistic adoration often as a family. I became a legal resident of the United States when I was about 16 and my Dad brought me to work with him in the United States. It was hard work and I remember seeing the poor people with many needs, especially a need for God. This was a good experience for me, but I missed my family, my friends and the Church family in Mexico. I returned to Mexico to continue my studies. As I continued to be involved in the parish life I could not deny that God was calling me to be a priest. I entered the seminary in Monterrey, Mexico in 1997, the same seminary where my older brother was studying theology. I loved the seminary life and I stayed there into my second year of philosophy. However, I went through a crisis as my family was going through difficult times. I left the seminary in 2000, confused and not knowing what to do. I had various jobs over the years, but I always stayed close to the Church. I helped the priests in many different areas, as the idea of priesthood never completely left my mind. Then in the summer of 2012, tired of the work I was doing and tired of the violence in Mexico, I decided to come to West Chicago to visit my sisters. During this time, I had a lot of time to pray, attend Mass and go to Eucharistic adoration. And during this prayer the idea of priesthood resurfaced in my heart. I began speaking with Fr. Joe Jablonsky, who helped celebrate Mass at St. Marys in West Chicago. And then I met Fr. Burke Masters. I have been on a spiritual journey over the last year as the call to the priesthood has been very strong once again. I have seen the spiritual needs here in the Diocese of Joliet. I am very thankful to be accepted as a seminarian for the Diocese of Joliet. I am thankful for my spiritual director, Fr. Oscar Regojo, who has helped me grow spiritually in the last several months. Please pray for me and my brother seminarians, that we become saints and God willing, holy priests.
Open Registration
Register Now for the 2014-2015 School Year. For more information call Jill 630-627-0640 or visit us at www.ctklombard.org
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On Sunday, April 27 at 2:00 pm Bishop Imech will preside over Confirmation for our 8th grade, high school students, adults, and Ascension parish. Please continue to pray for these candidates for confirmation. It will have the Sunday readings for the day and will count for your Sunday Obligation. Rehearsal will be Friday, April 25 at 7:00 pm. For more information call Sherry at 630-3966078 or email at sherry@ctklombard.org.
The second grade class will celebrate their First Holy Communion on Sunday, May 4 at the Noon Mass. Rehearsal for First Holy Communion will be on Friday, May 2nd at 7pm in the church. For more information call Sherry at 630-396-6078 or email sherry@ctklombard.org.
Are you looking to put Christ in your marriage? Learn how to refocus on what is most important in your marriage sacrament. Attend the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on June 20-22, 2014. Contact Jim and Kris McCulloch, 630-577-0778. For more information visit our website at: wwmejoliet.org.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Our purpose: +Connecting with people our age who are of the same faith +Once a month meetings will focus on Faith formation +Social/service activities throughout the month We have monthly meetings on the 1st Thursday. We start with opening prayer, have a faith centered talk, small group discussion, closing prayer, social interaction. Tuesday, April 22, 7pm 8:30 pm Thursday, May 1, 7pm 8:30 pm YAM Bible Study YAM Meeting Theology of the Body St. Alexander Villa Park Christ the King Parish Life Center
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Divine Mercy Sunday Sunday, April 27, 2014 2:30 - 4:00 PM St. Mary of Gostyn Parish 444 Wilson Street ~ Downers Grove, IL
To volunteer in any of our 53 ministries at Christ the King, please call Eileen at 630-396-6076.
Divine Mercy Liturgy: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament - 2:30 PM Praises of Mercy Chaplet of Divine Mercy Veneration of Image Benediction Confessions: Sunday from 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Christ the King Divine Mercy Confessions Sat April 26, 2pm-4:45pm
Fr. Peter will hear confessions on Saturday April 26, for Divine Mercy.
Our parish participates in the Safe Environment for all parishioners. This means that every volunteer must attend a Protecting Gods children, have a background check on file, and an Acknowledgement form for the Standards and Behaviors of Working with minors. The background check does not need a full social security number. Each document is kept in a locked fireproof cabinet. This is to protect all of Gods children.
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Night of Reflection
Sponsored by Christ the King CCW
The final meeting of the Council of Catholic Women for the 2013-2014 year will be a Night of Reflection. Sherry Rochford and Eileen Maggiore will lead us in an Eastertide journey that will allow us to reflect on the 50 days following the Resurrection of Jesus. The period of time between Easter and Pentecost is known as Eastertide. Join us to continue the celebration of Easter and reflect on the acts of Jesus following His Resurrection. We will have a short meeting followed by refreshments at 7:00 in the Parish Life Center on Monday, April 28. The program will begin at 7:30.
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Community Events
NO MONEY for A Decent Dinner?? Be our Guest on Wednesdays at the Caring Community Kitchen! Wednesday 4/23 5:15 6:15p.m. No strings attached opportunity to make new friends and enjoy good food and fellowship in a warm and supportive environment. Take the family out to dinner with people who care about you! Location: Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 S. Fairview Ave. Downers Grove
2014 Joliet Diocese Catholic Mens Conference Saturday, May 31, 2014 Providence High School New Lenox IL 8:30 AM 4:30 PM Mass with Bishop Conlon @ 7:30am
Keynote Speakers include Danny Abramowicz, Curtis Martin, Pat Sullivan Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be served For more information on Keynote Speakers, Breakout Sessions, Spanish Sessions, and For For Registration go to - www.fishersofmenonline.com You can contact us at 877-605-7713 or email timbotka@fishersofmenonline.com
Did you know that you have a great Catholic elementary school right in your own backyard? St. James the Apostle Catholic School is
currently accepting registrations for the 2014-2015 school year and we welcome the parishioners of Christ the King with open arms! Father John Belmonte, S.J., Ph.D., says that, a Catholic education is an act of love. Bishop R. Daniel Conlon, the spiritual head of the Joliet Diocese, says, Next to its sacramental life, Catholic education is the greatest gift that God enables the Church to provide. The principal of St. James, Mrs. Nancy James, has recently been honored for work in the Joliet Diocese for 25 years, 19 of them as a principal. She personally invites you to come and tour the school and see for yourself what we have to offer: Strong Academics in a Faith based environment. Standardized Test Scores that Exceed Local and National Scores. Awarded Technology School of the Year in 2013. After School care (run by school staff) available until 6:00 p.m. Many Extracurricular Activities. No-Cut Sports Policy. Visit our school website: www.stjamesge-school.org Call 630-469-8060 for a personal tour! Principal: Mrs. Nancy James njames@stjamesge-school.org
Raising Kids Catholic Conference 2014 April 26th, 2014 8:30am-3:00pm Brookfield, Sheraton, WI
Raising children can be challenging. Raising children with a strong Catholic faith can be even more challenging, especially with Internet, bulliess, high divorce rates, school shootings, and world issues. Join fellow Catholic parents for a day of fellowship and education on how to overcome parenting challenges in today's day and age. The day will include presentations by Dr. Ray Guarendi, Rosario Rodriguez, and Gary Zimak, plus literature, lunch, and scripture. We hope you can join us and learn how to raise your kids Catholic through sacraments and scripture. Register at www.clicforhcrist.org.
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STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
April 5 & 6
# Registered Families Account Weekly Offering Non Env/Loose This weeks total Weekly Budget Under Budget Debt Reduction Total for April Monthly Budget Deficit Easter Flowers 95 1400 Households No. 309 Amount $9,202.00 $3,266.87 $12,468.87 $14,000.00 - $1,531.13 $3,165.00 $3,165.00 $8,333.00 - $5,168.00 $1,248.00
A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT
The reading from the Acts of the Apostles reminds us that we, too, bear witness to the risen Lord. The presence of Christ is within us, making us new, transforming us, turning us into stewards of the Good News. There is no more time for holding grudges, disliking others, seeking vengeance, maintaining old prejudices, tolerating bias. We are Christs joy and instruments of his peace. Our world is reordered. Reflect on how we are called to let Christs forgiveness, reconciliation and love permeate our lives. We are Easter people. Rejoice! He is risen! Alleluia!
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4/20
8:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Mass Church ER Church
THURSDAY
4/24
Adoration of Blessed Sacrament 9am-7:30pm Church Break Open the Word 10:00 am ER Knights of Columbus 7:30 pm ER
FRIDAY 4/21
All Day 12:00 pm ER Prayer Group Confirmation Rehearsal
4/25
7:00 pm 7:00 pm ER Church
MONDAY
Office Closed St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry
SATURDAY
Baptism Confessions Mass
4/26
1:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Narthex Narthex Church
TUESDAY
Office Closed Rosary A.A. Meeting
4/22
All Day 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Church ER
4/27
8:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm 2:00 pm Mass Church Church ER Church Church
WEDNESDAY
Montini Freshman Day of Rec. Mass for Montini Childrens Choir Rehearsal RE Classes Kings Choir Rehearsal
4/23
8:00 am 11:30 AM 5:15 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm PLC Church Church ELA Church
Adoration of Blessed Sacrament Thursdays 9:00am-7:30pm First Fridays 7:00-8:00pm Second Saturdays 6:00-8:00pm
Ministry Schedule for Saturday, April 26, and Sunday, April 27, 2014
Mass Time Lector Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Altar Server Presider Ministers of Care
M. Gonzalo
D. Denn, I. Olson R. Villamil, F. & G. Zelazny C. Clishem, F. Kaminski G. Marola, R. & K. Uhart F. Harris, M. Schaaf K. & E. Schumann H. Sokalski B. Grino, S. McDaniel B. Robinson, B. & J. Sasso
Fr. Peter Jarosz Fr. Peter Jarosz Fr Bob Schoenstene Fr Bob Schoenstene
A. Staron E. Illes
J. Martinez
CHURCH NAME & NUMBER Christ The King #512918 ADDRESS 1501 South Main Street Lombard, IL 60148 PHONE 630.629.1717 CONTACT PERSON Gina Gallo 630.290.6367 or Eileen Maggiore 630.308.1127 SOFTWARE Microsoft Publisher 2007 E-Mail from bulletin@ctklombard.org Adobe Acrobat NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 12