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THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING NOVEMBER 23, 2014
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Dear sisters and brothers in Christ:
Happy Solemnity of Christ the King! How wonderful it is that the patron of our parish is Christ himself – our Lord of lords and King of
kings! On this wonderful day, the United States of Catholic Bishop issued information to help us better understanding the meaning of
Christ the King. It was very insightful for me to learn more about the kingship of Jesus Christ. I hope that it will be for you as well.
The winter has come and allergy season is just around corner. I pray for your well-being during the winter.
A Kingship that Bears Witness to the Truth
Each year at the conclusion of the liturgical year, we fittingly celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King. As the Apostle St. Paul teaches
us, "In [Jesus Christ] everything in heaven and earth was created ... and continues in being" (Col 1:16-1 7). He is the 'Alpha and Omega',
the 'Beginning and End', the 'Way, Truth, and life'. Indeed, Christ promises to His faithful friends the gift of salvation, the pledge of ev-
erlasting life through His Resurrection. Therefore, faithfulness to Christ, our King, opens the door to our eternal happiness.
Origin of the Feast: In 1925, Pope Pius XI instituted the Feast of Christ the King in the encyclical Quas Pri-
mas (from Latin, "In the First") to respond to secularism-the adoration of 'idols' of the earthly world, such as
money and fame, above God. Pope Pius XI recognized that secularism would breed hostility against the
Church. In fact, during the 20th century, governments in Mexico, Russia, and Europe, infiltrated by secular-
ism, threatened not only the Catholic Church but also civilization itself. Quas Primas gave Catholics the hope
that while governments may crumble, Christ's Kingdom, unlike the kingdoms of this world, would last forev-
er.
Christ's Kingship: Although Quas Prim as was written almost 90 years ago, it continues to ring true today.
For instance, secularism continues to separate people from God, as evidenced by the rejection of Church
teachings and the denial of God Himself. In addition, recent Pew Research Center data shows the worldwide
increase of religious hostilities. Now more than ever, we must celebrate that Jesus Christ is King of the Uni-
verse, including in the following ways:
• In Christ, we must preserve our fundamental rights.
Jesus Christ reveals the fulfillment of the truths of creation found in the book of Genesis: "God saw everything that He had made, and
behold, it was very good" (Gen 1 :31). Therefore, "made in [His] image and likeness," each of us possesses an immeasurable goodness
(Gen 1 :26). And, this goodness from Christ, given to the heart of man, calls us to fight for what is justly ours: the right to life, freedom
of conscience and religious freedom.
• In Christ, we must evangelize in love.
Christ, both meek and humble of heart, is the perfect servant of God: Through His teaching and His life, Jesus intended to confirm, not
to coerce, others in faith (Dignitatis Humanae, no. 11). Through our daily action, let us follow Christ's loving example of showing the
truth to others.
• In Christ, we must proclaim the truth.
Christ's Kingship "bear[s] witness to the truth" (John 18:37). In bearing this witness, Christ acknowledges government authority,
"rendering to Caesar the things that are Caesar's" (Matthew 22:21). Nonetheless,
we are asked to speak out "against governing powers which oppose the holy will of God" (Dignitatis Humanae, no. 11).
Bearing witness to the truth in this age can be difficult. But Christ has shown us that 'kingship' must always be at the service of the good
of mankind. Therefore, with His grace and in hope of His gift of salvation, let us bear witness to the truth, even when it is unpopular or
costly to do so. In this way, we become faithful servants of Christ, preparing the way for His Kingdom, both on earth and in heaven.
Thanksgiving Day Mass
Thursday, November 27
8:00 AM
No Confession or Mass
On Thursday evening
No Mass ON Friday, November 28
You are Invited
to join us for a reception in celebration of the
Feast of Christ the King after 10:30 Mass
in the the Christus Center
Christ the King Catholic Church
210 E 24th Avenue
Belton TX 76513
254-939-0806
E-fax: 1-425-962-6914
Email: [email protected]
www.ctkbelton.org
THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING NOVEMBER 23, 2014
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Stewardship Report
November 16
Loan Balance $443,597
Additional Debt Reduction for October $7,500
In every way we must keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus who himself said,
“It is more blessed to give than it is to receive.” Acts of the Apostles 20:35
Thank you for your generosity!
Received $ 14,184
Goal $ 14,000 Difference $ 184
Lorrie Anderson Marianne Luby
Blane Bartek Jeanne Luttrall
Amy Bottoms Alex Mendoza
Aaron Camp Jeff Merriman
Dale Duncan Ken Murray
Mark Edwards Jesus Olivarez, Jr
Joan English Anna Paruzinski
Quintan Fabiano John Paruzinski
Angel Flores Family Myra Ramos
John Forney Cody Rhoades
Fr. Edward Frazer Louis Rodriguez
Rolfe Geisselbrecht Brandon Rojas
Irene Gonzales Jose Rojas
Sam “The Mailman” Green Myra Rourke
Angel Guajardo Leon Savard
Mary Guarjardo Jim Starr
Frank Guerra Patricia Starr
William Harlow Stephanie Van Sickler
Don Hahn Henry Taylor
Froylan Hernandez Robert Trevino
Jose Hernandez Manuel Vasquez
Elena Juarez Mildred Vasquez
Samuel Kaiser Raymond Vriseno
Gene Koch Nettie Wall
Irene Kulinski Frank Weis
Jesus Zapata
Please pray for those
in our parish who are ill:
Weekly Mass Intentions
22nd 5PM Pro Populo 23rd 8AM †Victor Ortiz
10:30AM †Luz Flores Morales 5PM †Carmen Copeland 24th 8AM The Homeless 25th 6:30PM World Peace
26th 8AM Our Government 27th 8AM †Sam Hawkins 28th NO MASS this day
Our Military
Serving Overseas
Phillip Aiello John Cushing
Maj. David L. Gomez Maj. Deana S. Gomez
Matt Jakircevic Maj. Reggie Jamo Capt. Jason Piper Sgt. Daniel J. Scott
Wilbert Witt
Black Bag Collection Last weekend $3341
$1670.50 for CTK Food Pantry $1670.50 for Belton’s Helping Hands Food Pan-
try and Body of Christ Community Clinic Thank you for generosity!
Respect for Life collected $1043
in the “Baby Banks!”
Thank you for your generous support for this worthy cause! Half of the proceeds will be used at the Diocesan level for Pro-Life
projects, while CTK’s Respect Life Commit-tee keeps the other half for our projects.
Christ the King Advent Penance Service
Thursday, December 11
7:00 PM
No Mass this evening
CTK FOOD PANTRY
Will be open Next Saturday
November 29
10:00-11:00 AM
Volunteers are Welcome!
Holiday Closing the Parish office will be closed
Wednesday – Friday November 26-28 for
Thanksgiving We will re-open as normal on Monday, December 1
THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING NOVEMBER 23, 2014
THAT MAN IS YOU!
WILL NOT MEET NEXT WEDNESDAY Nov. 26
Meetings will resume Wed., December 3
Happy Thanksgiving!
St. Mary Catholic Church
Temple
Needs a full-time
Business Manager
Apply by sending resume to Fr. Steve Sauser at St. Mary’s
1018 S 7th St Temple TX 76504
Special Collection This Weekend November
22-23 The Collection for the Catholic Campaign for
Human Development (CCHD) provides funding for groups that make lasting change and uplift the poor in the United States. CCHD grants improve education, support economic development, and help communities provide housing in low-income neighborhoods. Help us continue to defend human dignity and aid those living on the margins of society. Please give to the CCHD Special Collection.
La colecta para la Campaña Católica para el Desarrollo Humano (CCHD proporciona fondos para los grupos que efectúan cambios duraderos y mejoran la vida de los po-bres en los Estados Unidos. Los donativos de CCHD me-joran la educación , apoyan el desarrollo económico y ayu-dan a las comunidades a ofrecer viviendas en vecindarios de bajos recursos. Ayúdenos a seguir defendiendo la dig-nidad humana y a socorrer a aquellos que viven al margen de la sociedad. Por favor, contribuya a la Colecta para CCHD.
ACTS Retreat Adoration, Community,
Theology, & Service
Women’s Retreat - December 4-7
Men’s Retreat - December 11-14
If interested in attending, please
call the Parish Office.
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Our Lady of Guadalupe Diocesan Celebration - Celebracion Diocesana
Everyone is invited to celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Gua-
dalupe Dec. 6 at St. William Parish in Round Rock. Bishop
Joe Vásquez will lead a procession and the Eucharistic Cele-
bration. The procession will begin at 8 a.m. in the parking lot
of Micki Krebsbach Swimming Pool by Round Rock High
School. Buses will depart from St. William to the procession starting
point at 7:30 a.m. Bishop Vásquez will celebrate the Mass at 10:30 a.m.,
and a small reception will follow. For more information, contact Edgar
Ramirez at (512) 949-2468 or [email protected].
Todos están invitados a celebrar la Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
el 6 de diciembre en la Parroquia de St. William en Round Rock. El Obis-
po José Vásquez conducirá la procesión y la Celebración Eucarística. La
procesión comenzará a las 8 a.m. en el estacionamiento de Micki Krebs-
bach Swimming Pool a un lado de la Preparatoria Round Rock. Autobuses
saldrán de St. William al lugar de inicio de la procesión a las 7:30 a.m. El
Obispo Vásquez celebrará la Misa a las 10:30 a.m. y una pequeña recep-
ción se llevará a cabo al terminar la celebración. Para mayor información,
contacte a Edgar Ramírez al (512) 949-2468 o escribiéndole a edgar-
Events Outside CTK
Now - January 30: Catholic Life Insurance Sweepstakes benefiting St. Mary’s School. Raffle tickets on sale at the School
office and from any St Mary’s Student.
November 22: 9AM-2:30PM $35 “Evangelization in the Spirit of Pope Francis” with Fr. Bruce Nieli Cedarbrake 254-780-
2436
November 30 at 6:30 -December 1 & 2 at 7PM: Advent Mission lead by Michael Cumbie at St. Stephen Parish in Salado
December 5-7: Advent Silent Retreat Cedarbrake Retreat Center Cost $165 per person. 254-780-2436
December 6: 1-3 PM Blessing of the Texas Priory Prayer Garden. The Dominican Sisters. Call Sr. Elizabeth Ann to RSVP
and for directions. 512-863-4824
December 6: unBEARable Fun! Olympian Leo Manzano, guest speaker. Run Eagles Wings Retreat Center 512-715-0017
December 9: 6PM Advent Dinner, Cedarbrake Retreat Center Msgr. Louis Pavlicek, guest speaker. $25
Ministerios Hispanos en Cristo Rey
Miembros de Guadalupanos Sí usted es o era un miembro de la sociedad Guadalupano por favor llame al presidente, Sr. Javier Alonzo para recibir su nueva medalla. Necesita que pagar su miembrecia y asistir a juntas para cumplir. Celebración diocesana para la Virgen de Guadalupe Estamos haciendo arreglos para llevar a feligreses de Cristo Rey para la procesión y Celebración Eucarística el 6 de diciembre en St. William en Round Rock. Si están interesados en ir, por favor llamen al Sr. Javier Alonzo (817-319-1972)para apuntarse y guar-dar su lugar en el camión. El grupo saldrá a las 6:30 de la mañana y regresara a la 1 p.m.
Our lock-in at Boulder’s Rock Climbing Gym is this Saturday, 22 November! Please make sure to bring your snack or drink and your completed permission form (Get it online). We will meet at 9:15PM at the Parish Hall. If you would like to donate any food items or chaperone, send me an email. See you then!
A reminder: There is NO SNL on November 30 due to Thanksgiv-ing travels. If you aren’t traveling and you are a High School Stu-dent consider attending a day retreat at St. Luke’s hosted by NET ministries! Email Abby for more information
Please email me with any question, or to discuss our youth pro-gram and how you can be involved!
Abby Riley [email protected]
CRU Catholics
Crusader Catholic Center 905 North Main St, Belton
Join us for our ADVENT BIBLE STUDY in preparation for the approaching season!
This could be a great way to grow in fellowship and holiness
during the time of anticipation of Jesus’ birth. All college students are welcome and encouraged to visit the
CUBE any time the front lights are on.
Catholic Life Insurance Sweepstakes St. Mary’s Catholic School is selling raffle tickets.
All proceeds benefit St. Mary’s School.
Grand Prize - 2015 Ford F150 Truck or 2015 Ford Fusion Sedan or $20,000 prepaid Visa Credit Cards
Secondary Prizes - (15) $1000 Prepaid Visa Credit Cards
(20) $500 Prepaid Visa Credit Cards
(21) $250 Prepaid Visa Credit Cards
Tickets are on sale now in the School office and from any St. Mary’s Student for $5 each.
THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING NOVEMBER 23, 2014
Please Join us for
An Advent Reflection Presented by Fr. John Kim
“Advent:
Where Past and Future
are Met in the Present”
Monday, December 1, 2014 6:30 pm •Christus Center
Soup Supper begins at 5:30pm
As we begin our Advent journey, listen and learn what
Advent is all about in the scope of
the Sacred Scripture and the history of salvation.
