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Christ the King Directory

BISHOP: Most Rev. Daniel Conlon PASTOR: Rev. Peter Jarosz
630.396.6079; frpeter@ctklombard.org

LITURGY:
Saturday: 5:00pm Sunday: 8:00am, 10:00am, and 12:00 Noon

WEEKEND ASSISTANT: Rev. Robert Schoenstene

630.629.1717

WEEKDAY LITURGY: Monday-Friday 8:30am SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:

Saturdays: 4:00pm-4:45pm M-F 9am; And by appointment

Deacons: Deacon Wayne Storrs 630.629.1717

Deacon Frank Lillig 630.396.6077 frank@ctklombard.org Deacon Peter Robinson 630.629.1717 deaconpeter@ctklombard.org

ST. PEREGRINE DEVOTIONS:

Second Saturdays at 11:00am

PASTORAL ASSOC./ ADULT FAITH FORMATION:

Eileen Maggiore 630.396.6076; eileen@ctklombard.org

ROSARY AND CHAPLET:

Weekdays at 7:35am Tuesdays 5:30pm

BUSINESS MANAGER: Elaine Colpo-Ward

630.396.6073; elaine@ctklombard.org

EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION:
1st Thursday 9:00am until 1st Friday at 8:15am Other Thursdays 9:00am-8:00pm

CHILDRENS FAITH FORMATION: Sherry Rochford

630.396.6078; sherry@ctklombard.org

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC AND LITURGY: Bill Runge

630.396.6075; bill@ctklombard.org PASTORS/PARISH OFFICE SECRETARY: Carol Clishem 630.629.1717; carol@ctklombard.org BULLETIN EDITOR: Gina Gallo bulletin@ctklombard.org ACADEMY SECRETARY/ PARISH FINANCE ASST.: Lori Bhardwaj 630.627.0640; academy@ctklombard.org KINDERGARTEN TEACHER: Jill Placey, Academy Director 630.627.0640; jplacey@ctklombard.org PRE-SCHOOL TEACHER: Karen Hanish

RECTORY HOURS:
Mon-Thurs: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Friday: 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. After Hours By Appointment REGISTRATION: We welcome you as a family member of Christ the King Parish. It is our hope and prayer that you feel at home with us at weekend masses, prayer times, and parish activities. First Sunday registration, come to parish office. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Arrangements for baptisms are made by attending a preparation meeting. Parish registration is a prerequisite for attending the meeting. 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. 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. 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.

PRE-SCHOOL AIDE: Jan Waas KINDERGARTEN AIDE: Michelle Iwinski

FACILITIES MANAGER: Javier Aguilera 630.396.6093 facilitymanager@ctklombard.org MAINTENANCE: Tony Azzolin, Joe Iapichino, Victor Mandin

CHRIST THE KING PARISH

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

JANUARY 1, 2012
MARY, THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD

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Sunday, January 1 Solemnity of The Mother of God Nm 6:22-27; Ps 67 Gal 4:4-7 Lk 2:16-21

New Years Eve/Day 12/31 -/01

8:00 am Emily Rusek 10:00 am Aristotle & Mary Ann Villamil 12:00 pm Fred & Dorothy Runge

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Regular Weekend Schedule Vigil: Saturday, 5:00pm Sunday, 8:00am, 10:00am, & 12:00pm The parish office will be closed through 1/3/2012

Monday, January 2 Sts. Basil the Great & Gregory Nazianzen 8:30 am Norman Cote 1 Jn 2:22-28 Jn 1:19-28 Tuesday, January 3 The Most Holy Name of Jesus 1 Jn 2:29 3:6 Jn 1:29-34 Wednesday, January 4 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 1 Jn 3:7-10 Jn 1:35-42 Thursday, January 5 St. John Neumann 1 Jn 3:11-21 Jn 1:43-51 Friday, January 6 St. Andre Bessette 1 Jn 5:5-13 Mk 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-38 [23, 3134, 36, 38] Saturday, January 7 St. Raymond of Penyafort 1 Jn 5:14-21 Jn 2:1-11 Sunday, January 8 The Epiphany of the Lord Is 60:1-6; Ps 72 Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12 8:30am For the Unborn 8:30 am Eleanor Van Dyke 8:30 am Souls in Purgaory 8:30 am Dorothy LaPalio

Welcome Into The Catholic Church!

Congratulations to the parents of Asher William Ahern

Start the New Year Out Right! 24-Hour Eucharistic Adoration at Christ the King

4:00 pm Confessions 5:00 pm Ellen Van Cura

8:00 am

Maximo Hernandez

10:00 am Sr. Mary Bernice VanderLoop, OSM 12:00 pm Anne Heyl

Beginning at 9am on Thursday, January 5th & ending with Benediction before the 8:30am mass on Friday, January 6th.

Pray for Healing

Marge Urbonas, Dave Hepko, Coletta Novak, John Cleary, Cathey Castro, Betty Adams, Terri Jirsa, Ali Broshar, Madalyn Lostumo, Kathleen Intiher, Marilynn Melichar, Fr. Bob Pietras, Rita Kiely, Michael Lang, Gonzalo Sadia, Deacon Joe Riggi, Steven Van Dyke, Joshua Hubbard, Joe Iwinski, Sean Hennessey, Joseph LaGioia, Fr. Ernie Norbeck, Isabel Carey, Sharon Fronczek, Michelle Salerno, Vincent Diskin and for all those in nursing homes, hospitals and homebound.
If it has been longer than six weeks since you or your loved ones name has been on the list, please call the rectory to give an update.

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STEWARDSHIP MOMENT
In todays Gospel we again hear the story of the nativity from Saint Luke; of the motherhood of Mary, the vessel who brought forth our savior in a dark corner of the world and reflected on this sacred revelation in her heart. Christian stewards are also the vessels by which Christ is carried out into the world. They continually seek ways to reveal Jesus in the worlds dark corners. In this new year, let us ask God to give us the courage to bring forth Christ to those who are strangers to us, who think differently than we do or who may not believe that Christ can make a difference in their lives.

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE
Dec 10/11, 2011 Collection
# Numbers not available in time for printing due to early Registered Families 1400 Households bulletin deadlines. Account No. Amount Thank you for continues support! White Envelopes 412 $11,086.00 Non-envelope users This weeks total Weekly Budget *Difference* (help us make up the difference) Green Envelopes* (Mortgage) Restricted Budget** Difference Gold Envelopes 68 84 $1,746,00 $1,731.00 +$15.00 $1,160.00 $962.00 $1,956.50 $2,017.39 $13,103.39 $12,692.00 + $411.39

A STEWARDSHIP PRAYER for the New Year

Gracious and Loving God, The old year has passed and a new year begun. We thank you for Your active presence in our busy lives, for the opportunities given, and for blessings received. As we embrace a new year, breathe freely through us and renew our spirits with fresh resolve and purpose. Give us the grace to be good stewards of all that You have entrusted to us and to serve You with generous, compassionate and loving hearts. Bless our days ahead. Give us the courage to be faithful. And show us how to proclaim the Good News of Your Son, Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God forever and ever. Amen.

Gold Budget (extra ordinary expenses) Retirement Religious

Request for 2011 Year-End Contribution Statement

Please Print Clearly

Request for 2011 Year-End Contribution Statement

Drop in collection or email request to Elaine at elaine@ctklombard.org or mail. Statements will be mailed after January 30, 2012 Questions, call Elaine at 630-396-6073 Thank You!

Name: ____________________________________ Street Address:______________________________ City: _______________________________________ Envelope No._____________

Questions, call Elaine at 630-396-6073

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The next meeting of the Parish Leadership will Leadership be a Leadership Retreat Meeting & on January 3, 2012. The retreat will take place in Retreat the Parish Life Center from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. All members of the Pastoral Parish Council, Commissions and Committees of the parish are invited to attend. The focus of the retreat will be on the importance of parish leaders and how to develop new leaders. Commissions are welcome to meet on January 3 before or after the retreat. Refreshments will be provided by the Service Commission Members. Anyone interested in becoming involved in parish leadership are welcome to attend. For more information please contact Anna Weselak 630-6207797 or parishcouncil@ctklombard.org or Deacon Frank Lillig 630-396-6077 or frank@ctklombard.org Anna Weselak, Chairman Pastoral Parish Council

The beginning of a new calendar year brings us a special joy and hope. It is a reminder that time is a gift of God, given to us from His eternity, for us to use to prepare for eternity. The passing of each year and each day is meant to be an exchange with God: He gives us time, and we give our days and years back to Him in service and love, bringing as much good as possible into the world and into the lives of others. The New Year is an opportunity to resolve, above all, to serve God faithfully: to believe more firmly, to hope more ardently, to love more generously. That is what makes a new year happy, and that is what leads us to the happiness that never ends. The calendar year starts with reflections on Marys greatest title, Mother of God, and how her motherhood gives us courage and hope to start anew. Life and hope are intimately related. The gospel tells us that on the first Christmas, when the shepherds arrived in Bethlehem and saw the baby in the manger, they understood what had been told to them by the angels. Why was it at that moment that they understood the message? Perhaps it is because a baby is so approachable. After all, the angels had announced that the Savior was born for all people. Nobody, no matter how poor or lowly, should be afraid to approach him. And how can God become more approachable than by becoming a little baby? God continues to reveal himself in the tiny babies yet in the womb. He invites us to see and love him in them. Yet some continue to be afraid of these babies, so afraid that they despair and are tempted to kill them. May the coming of our God as a little baby inspire a deeper respect and protection for the unborn. Priests for Life

BABY BOTTLES FOR LIFE

First Parish Service Project for 2012 For the young moms Who come to Woman's Choice Services

BABY BOTTLES FOR LIFE AN EASY WAY TO BE PRO-LIFE On the weekend of January 7th and 8th, baby bottles will be distributed to parishioners to take home and fill with spare change. Your check made out to Womans Choice Services would also be welcome. Please return the bottles to the parish on the weekend of January 22nd and 23rd. The proceeds from this collection will help support the life-saving work of Womans Choice Services. This is a wonderful and easy way to be Pro-Life. Thank you for your response to the call to help those in crisis pregnancies! The Council of Catholic Women A Reverence for Life Project

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7:00 pm in Academy

Wed., Jan 4

7:00 pm in ER

Thurs., Jan 5

10:00 am in ER

Wed., Jan 11

7:00 pm in PLC

Sat., Jan 14

9:00 am in PLC

Wed., Jan 18

7:00 pm in PLC

Mon., Jan 23

7:00 pm in PLC

Leadership Night Every parish volunteer is encouraged to come to leadership evening. You will gain understanding of the various roles of the commissions. Bible Study Each first and third Wednesday evening of the month adults gather to study the Bible. They are continuing the Book of Isaiah. All are welcome to join. Break Open the Word Each Thursday morning parishioners gather and study the scriptures for the upcoming Sunday. Everyone is welcome to join! Catholicism Week 9 The Fire of His Love: Prayer and the Life of the Spirit Fr. Robert Barron explores how the Catholic Faith transforms humanity through prayer, spiritual commitment, and the mystery of vocation. Healing Gods Way Dr. Tim Weselak and Dr. Gerard Hinley This 3 hour seminar will help transform your health. Topics include Nutrition, Exercise, Stress and Time Management. Catholicism Week 10 World Without End: The Last Things Fr. Barron journeys to Florence, Ireland and Rome to illustrate how this life is a preparation for an extraordinary world yet to come. Mass for Life A celebration of all life in solidarity with families and Friends of the participants on the March for Life. New Evangelization Course For anyone interested in learning more about the Pope Benedicts call to evangelization. This course is designed especially for lay volunteers to understand the mission of the Catholic Church.

Mon., Jan 30

7:00 pm in PLC

Christ The King Helps at Pads

On Sunday night, December 18th, the generous parishioners of Christ the King helped bring a little Christmas magic to a lot of needy people in DuPage County. That night was our monthly PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) evening at the Etz Chaim Temple here in Lombard. Shortly after 7:00, all gathered for a prayer before the meal, and then an announcement was made that after dinner there would be an opportunity for everyone to come up and select a wrapped Christmas present that was donated by individuals from the Christ the King community. Then, after dinner, as promised, each of our guests came up one by one, selected their present, and then went back to their seats to see what treasure they would find. The mood in the room instantly became jolly and merry and you saw the happiness on everyone's faces. Alas, this is probably the only gift that many of these people will receive this year. So on behalf of all the clients of PADS, we'd like to express a heartfelt thanks to all of our parishioners who donated a gift for our PADS clients this year. You truly helped create a Christmas miracle in so many lives. Thank you, Jarrod & Martha Cebulski, CTK PADS Coordinators

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IRA ROLLOVER BENEFIT EXPIRING!

You only have until December 31 to take advantage of this Special Tax Benefit!
On December 31, 2011, the special tax-code provision that allows donors to make a tax-free gift from their IRA account to not-for-profit organizations will expire. This special tax break allows donors to make a direct distribution from their IRA accounts to a qualified charitytax free. By taking advantage of this opportunity before the end of the year, you can fulfill your obligation to take an IRA distribution, avoid taxes you would have to pay AND make a generous donation to the non-profit of your choice.

To qualify, you must meet the following guidelines:

For more information, please contact Elaine Ward at 630-396-6073 or email elaine@ctklombard.org

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Living the Eucharist is a parish renewal program that will be offered to all parishioners this Lent season. Small groups will gather weekly for 6 weeks during the Lenten season. There is something for adults, teens and families. The weekly gathering will be 90 minute session reflecting on the Sunday readings and other topics each week. There will be a Living the Eucharist retreat on April 28, 2012.

LENTEN SIGN-UP CARD

NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: HOME EMAIL: Small groups: ___ Adult ___ Young Adult ___Teen ___ (list other language or cultural groups) [Please check the type of group you wish to join.] Please rank your top three preferred meeting times (which days and morning, afternoon, or evening), with 1 being your first choice. WORK CELL

___ I would be willing to host a small group at my home. Families: Would your family like to pray and share faith together, using the Living the Eucharist Family Activity Booklet? ___ Yes ___ No Thank you for your prayerful consideration. If you are not able to commit today, please take this card home, view the videos on the Living the Eucharist website recommended on the Sign-Up Sunday brochure, pray about the ways in which you can participate, then return the card. May the Lord bless you!

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Childrens Faith Formation at CTK

All parishioners, no matter your age are called by baptism to take part in lifelong faith formation. Parents, grandparents and godparents are responsible to see that children have the opportunity to grow in their faith. The family and parish are in a partnership to pass on the faith. We have a "FIRM FOUNDATION" which we are called to share - something that will help us through life and lead us to eternal life.

A note about the Christmas Season Tis the season, or so they say. When do the 12 days of Christmas actually happen? If you answered after Christmas then you are correct! Christmas does not begin until Christmas Eve and the Christmas Season lasts through the Baptism of Jesus. The twelve days of Christmas beginning December 26, through January 6, the traditional Feast of the Epiphany. In the Early Church, the birth of Jesus was celebrated as part of the feast of the Epiphany. It wasnt until around the year 330 that the Church of Rome moved the day to December 25. Today, during those 12 days, we celebrate many feasts. The Sunday after Christmas, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Family. (This year however, it will be celebrated on December 30.) January 1st is a Holy Day of Obligation as we celebrate the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. There is the Epiphany which is celebrated on the second Sunday after Christmas. Make sure you remember to continue the celebration of Christmas throughout the season. Your children are out of school, so spend some time baking cookies or creating Christmas scrapbooks. Keep those Christmas Carols playing and keep the tree up. If you have a real tree, take the ornaments off and place the tree outside decorated with popcorn strings, pine cones covered in peanut butter and bird seed, cereal strings or any other food the birds would like and let the birds enjoy the leftover tree!

"We hold a treasure of faith Lets pass it on! Let us know if the staff can assist and support you in this task. Your children are a gift and blessing to our parish. Fr. Jarosz

R.E. Reminder: We are on Christmas Break! 1

January 4th and Sunday, January 8th, Our 8th grade Confirmation Class will resume sessions with our Confirmation Retreats on Sunday mornings. All 8th grade students will participate in all the retreats. The first one begins Sunday, January 8th, at 8:45 AM in the PLC. This retreat is for the Sponsor as well as the Candidate for Confirmation. We will attend the 10:00 Mass as part of these retreats. Students are asked to dress appropriately for Mass.

We will see everyone in 2012 on Wednesday,

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Have a wonderful Christmas Break!

Students are required to attend Mass during break.

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Christ The King Knights of Columbus Basketball Free Throw Contest

For boys and girls ages 10 - 14
This is not a School Sponsored Activity What: Free Throw Contest

When: Saturday, January 28th, 2012; 6 PM (Sign-up 5:30 6:00). (Please have a parent present during registration to verify contestants age). Where: Christ The King School 115 W. 15th Street, Lombard. Prizes will be awarded to all 1st places in each division. Questions? Contact Ray Wojkovich at 630-932-9833

Christ the King Early Learning Academy An Educational and Spiritual outreach of Christ the King Parish

OPEN HOUSE
Preschool and Kindergarten Programs We offer part-time and full-time preschool programs and a full-day kindergarten! January 29th 1:00 - 3:00 pm We are located at 115 E. 15th St. in Lombard, Call to RSVP @ 630-627-0640 Registration begins on January 29th for the next school year. Come visit and see what were all about! Look at our Smart Board technology and unique learning environment! Check our website for more information. www.ctklombard.org Call for a personal tour or visit at 630-627-0640 Let the children come to me...Matthew 19:13-15

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CHRIST THE KING PARISH EVENTS

SUNDAY 1/1
Church Church Church

THURSDAY
Adoration - Overnight Break Open the Word CCW Board Meeting

1/5
9:00 am 10:00 am 7:00 pm Church ER ER

Mass 8:00 am Mass (Interpreted Hearing impaired) 10:00 am Mass 12:00 pm

MONDAY
Office Closed St. Vincent De Paul RCIC (For Children)

1/2
12:00 pm 7:00 pm ER Rectory

FRIDAY
Benediction Prayer Group

1/6
Before mass 7:00 pm Church ER

SATURDAY
Confessions Mass New Parishioner Registration

1/7
4:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm Narthex Church Narthex

TUESDAY
Staff Meeting Rosary and Chaplet Council Meeting Leadership Retreat

1/3
11:00 am 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm R/DR Church Academy PLC

NEXT SUNDAY
New Parishioner Registration Mass RE Classes Confirmation Retreat #1 Mass (Interpreted Hearing impaired) Childrens Liturgy of the Word RCIA Mass Baptism

1/8
8:00 am 8:00 am 8:45 am 8:45 am 10:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Narthex Church A/Gym PLC ER Church ER Church Narthex

WEDNESDAY
Prayer Shawl Ministry Childrens Choir RE Class Bible Study

1/4
1:00 pm 5:30 pm 6:30 pm 7:30 pm ER Ch/PLC A/Gym ER

Ministry Schedule for Saturday, January 7 and Sunday, January 8, 2012

Mass Time Lectors Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Altar Server Presider Ministers of Care

Saturday 5:00 PM

R. J. Clish

D. Denn A. Forstneger P. McGovern K. Uhart R. Uhart C. Clishem F. Kaminski G. Majcen G. Marola A. Tuszynski F. Harris J. Krupka J. Maka C. Porras H. Sokalski P. Caruso T. Caruso B. Grino S. McDaniel N. Migali

J. Emmert H. Krause

Fr. Peter Jarosz I. Boutiette, Fr. Bob Schoenstene M. Brudnicki, M. Gonzalo, E.& O. Manicad Fr. Bob Schoenstene Fr. Peter Jarosz L. Michalik G. Doretti, S. Pierscionek E.& E. Mears

Sunday 8:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM Sunday 12:00 PM

M. Seagraves

E. Chmielewski

M. Voss

H. Bellamkonda K. McLaughlin A. Sokalski B. Beahan Q. W. McDaniel

M. Shutock

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

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