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From Fr. John Kim

The Christmas season has passed, and liturgical season of Ordinary Time has come, but the beauty and peace of the coming of our Lord can still be felt in our hearts. That beauty comes upon us wherever we are, even in a house as lowly as the humble manger. Yet we were blessed to celebrate the Christmas season in a most beautiful and sacred house, Christ the King Catholic community. It is a lovely house every day of the year, but during Christmas it certainly shines more brightly. This is be-cause of the generosity of our parishioners. It would be impossi-ble to recognize them all by name, because there were so many who worked behind the scenes to make our sacred liturgies and gathering spaces reverent and special during this holy season. But I must offer my thanks and deepest gratitude to the following:

• The King's Choir for blessing so many of our Masses with music, and the special Christmas Carol Concert

• The instrumentalists, groups and soloists who performed at the Christmas Carol Concert

• The Spanish Choir and everyone who provided music for Our Lady of Guadalupe liturgies • The musicians and singers who provided music for all other Masses • The Guadalupanos for coordinating the many events and liturgies honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe • The ushers who welcomed everyone into the Masses and performed many other tasks • The Sacristan, Women’s Ministry volunteers and many other volunteers for decorating and un-decorating the

sanctuary • Volunteers for hosting the New Year's Eve reception • The Knights of Columbus for setting up extra chairs, ushering and many other tasks • The altar servers, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Lectors who fulfilled their ministry gifts by serv-

ing at the many Masses • The parishioners who made donations to provide the many, many

poinsettias all around the church • And to all our parishioners for your faithful support of your parish

and me. I also want to offer a heart-felt thanks to the Guadalupanos for providing the funds needed to purchase eight stunning chalices that were blessed and offered the Precious Blood for the first time at our Christmas litur-gies. I am truly humbled by the generosity of spirit that exists here at Christ the King. May God bless each and every one of you, and I pray for health and happiness for all in the New Year.

Thank you for joining us at Christ the King Catholic Church. We are happy to have you with us today, and hope that you feel welcome. Our parish is a very vibrant community of faith. Are you new to the Catholic Church? Have you been away from the Church for some time? You are invited to worship with us. Contact our parish office if you would like to learn more about the Catholic faith, discuss plans for marriage or baptism, or schedule a chat with Fr. John. If you would like to become a member of our parish, you can register online, or pick up a form in the office. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Welcome to Christ the King!

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THE SICK

Brenda Bierman Margaret Boyle Verlon Browning

Rosalie Brunkenhoefler Betty Canava Mark Edwards John Forney

Fr. Edward Frazer Silvia Garcia

Jessica Galvan Ruben Gomez

Ernesto Guardiola Pura Guardiola Hanna Haisler William Harlow Bobby Hutchins

Josh Loving Anna Marie Lozano

Marianne Luby Ken Murray

Jesus Olivarez, Jr Elena Ornelas

Anna Paruzinski John Paruzinski Isabella Ramirez

Agrippin “Rod” Rodriguez Azusena Rodriguez

David Rodriguez Leon Savard

David Schiefelbein Robert Trevino

Stephanie VanSickler Virginia Vasquez

SERVICE MEMBERS

Phillip Aiello David L. Gomez Deana S. Gomez Matt Jakircevic Reggie Jamo

Christopher Kroll Jason Piper

Curtis J. Walters II Wilbert Witt

After 30 days, names will be removed from the lists. Call the church office to extend the date.

Please pray for... Mass Intentions Stewardship

January 10

“It is more blessed to give than it is to receive.” Acts 20:35

Saturday, January 16

5:00pm † Larry Steven Guzman

Sunday, January 17

8:00am † Federico Reyes 5:00pm Pro Populo

Tuesday, January 19

6:30pm † Cruz & † Guadalupe Jimenez

Wednesday, January 20

8:00am † Joe R. Castro

Thursday, January 21 6:30pm Anonymous Special Intention

Saturday, January 23

5:00pm † Michael Burrell Sunday, January 24

8:00am † Froilan Tapia † Deceased

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Are you an adult over the age of 18, who has received the Sacraments of Baptism and First Holy Communion, but still needs the Sacrament of Confirmation? Christ the King is host-ing an Adult Confirmation Preparation Class beginning Janu-ary 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the Christus Center. This will be an 11-week series. For more information and to register, contact Krissie Lastovica at 254-939-0806 or klastov-ica@ctkbelton.org.

Received $13,407 Goal $14,500 Difference ($1,093) Loan Balance $153,350

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Do you have a loved one, birthday or anni-versary you would like remembered at Mass? Donating altar flowers is a lovely way to do this. Donations and intentions will be listed in the weekly bulletin. Altar flower donations are $60 and all donations are tax deductible. For more information, please contact the Parish Office.

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Faith Formation

Holy Door When we think about pilgrimages, we probably think about medieval peo-ple walking great distances to awe-inspiring churches. Yet, Pope Francis de-scribes what is at the heart of pilgrimage and encour-ages us to each make one during this Jubilee of Mercy. He writes that "life itself is a pilgrimage, and the human being is a visitor, a pilgrim traveling along the road, making his way to the desired destination" (MV, no. 14). Pope Francis encourages each of us to make a pil-grimage to the Holy Door in our diocese some time during this Jubilee of Mercy. Being committed to the journey of pilgrimage helps us focus our attention on our spiritual journey and walk closer with God. Similarly, our daily jour-ney to live out the mercy of God "is also a goal to reach and requires dedication and sacrifice" (MV, no. 14). 1. With your family or a parish group, plan a pilgrimage to

the Holy Door within your diocese for some time during this year.

2. Each day, give yourself one small goal of mercy, com-passion, and love to journey toward—for example, be-ing kind to a difficult coworker—so that, by those ac-tions, you are able to walk closer to God on the pil-grimage of Christian life.

The Holy Doors in the Diocese of Austin are at St. Jo-seph Mission in Mason, Sacred Heart in Waco, Holy Trinity in Corn Hill, St. Mary Catholic Center in College Station, and St. Mary Cathedral in Austin.

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School Confirmation - Starts Feb. 25 Parents of second year confirmation students, we will begin confirmation class preparation with a mandatory par-ent meeting on Thursday, February 25. DCYC - January 29-31 The Diocesan Catholic Youth Conference is taking place in Waco on Jan. 29-31. Students who did not participate in the Turkey Trot fundraiser must pay $40 for hotel lodging by Friday, Jan. 22. More information on the conference will be sent by email. If you are not on my e-mail list, drop me a line at ariley@ctkbelton.org. - Abby Riley

YOUTH

Year of Mercy

Mercy Defined - Thinking of Others Reading I: Isaiah 62:1–5 (Jerusalem the Lord’s bride) Reading II: 1 Corinthians 12:4–11 (variety and unity) Gospel: John 2:1–12 (the wedding at Cana)

Key Passage: “When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” (John 2:3) Question for Adult: When have you been in need: sick, hungry, lonely and a person was lovingly compassionate to you? How did their actions show God’s mercy? Question for Youth: When have you been in need and someone has helped you?

Works of Mercy As we continue to celebrate the Year of Mercy, let us look at an explanation on the Works of Mercy. Mercy is a virtue that influences a person’s compassion for another. Mercy inspires the will to ease another’s misfor-tunes or suffering in either body or soul. The corporal and spiritual works of mercy are charitable actions that extend God’s compassion and mercy to those in need. However, the works of mercy are more than ges-tures or obligations. To gain merit in heaven, the ac-tions must be performed as acts of love for our neigh-bor as a response to our deep love for God. The cor-poral and spiritual works of mercy work together as paths to Salvation. They give Christians ways to live according to Jesus’ Great Commandment. And they are particularly important to pay attention to now as we celebrate the Holy Year of Mercy, called for by Pope Francis. Let us use this Jubilee Year to become the “Church of Mercy” that Pope Francis calls us to be.

ADULT

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Mary Queen of the Rosary - Jan. 20 Mary Queen of the Rosary Society will meet Jan. 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the gift shop. All are welcome! Landscaping - Jan. 28 With the holidays behind us, now is the time to focus on our landscaping. It is never too early to begin preparing for Spring! The plan for 2016 is to have workdays from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. January work-days will fall on the 14th and 28th. We will also have a Saturday workday on January 23 and April 23. If you are able to help on Thursdays, please come even if the weather is not cooperating so we can have a short meeting. Columbian Squires - Feb. 14 Columbian Squires will not have a meeting in January. The next scheduled meeting is February 14 after the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Holy Trinity Catholic High School Applications for 2016-2017 are now being accepted. Go to holytrinitychs.org to apply. Eighth grade and high school students - sign up on our website to visit our campus as a student for a day. You have the opportunity to participate in classes and meet your new classmates and teachers! St. Mary’s Catholic School We invite pre-k through eighth grade students and their families to our Open House on Sunday, Jan. 31st from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Come meet our teachers and staff and take a tour of the school! Annunciation Maternity Home The baby crib will be placed in the Narthex next weekend to receive donations for The Annunciation Maternity Home in Georgetown. Their needs include gently used or new baby or maternity clothes, diapers and wipes, monetary donations or gift cards to HEB or WalMart, and personal toiletries for mothers and babies. Salt & Light Food Pantry In December the Food Pantry served 35 families with 226 individuals. A big THANK YOU to Trish and Bill Morris who made 100 blankets for the Food Pantry! The next Salt & Light meeting is scheduled for January 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the ceacon's office. The Food Pantry will be open on January 30 at 10:00 a.m., volunteers are welcome start-ing at 8:30 a.m.

Around the Parish Around the Diocese

St. Mary’s Catholic School

Inaugural Alumni Reunion You are cordially invited to attend the

St. Mary’s Catholic School Inaugural Alumni Reunion!

Saturday, January 23rd St. Mary’s Catholic School

1019 S. 7th St., Temple, TX 76504 3:00pm – Tour of Original and New School Buildings

5:30pm – Celebration Mass 6:45pm – Recognition & Dinner at Parish Hall

RSVP at www.stmarys-temple.org/alumni to receive complimentary tickets for you and your family, or call 254-778-8141 for more information. RSVP by Jan. 18.

Join us for one of our Living Every Day With Passion & Purpose events. It’s not your typical church event! It has been a life-changing event for tens of thousands of people. Living Every Day With Passion & Purpose is presented by internationally acclaimed speaker and author Matthew Kelly and the incredibly talented musician Eliot Morris. January 22 January 23 St. John Neumann Sts. Peter & Paul Austin New Braunfels 7:00pm - 10:45pm 9:00am - 1:30pm Tickets: $39 and include a hardcover book, CD, inspiration-al journal, workbook, Mass journal and pen. For more infor-mation and to register, visit www.dynamiccatholic.com, select EVENTS.

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OFFICE HOURS Monday ................................... 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday .................................. 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday - Friday ............... 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch .................... 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday ......................................... closed OFFICE TEAM Administration Nora Collazo ....................... ncollazo@ctkbelton.org Esther Murillo ....................... emurillo@ctkbelton.org Sacramental Coordinator Elida Castro ................... sacraments@ctkbelton.org Accounting Marty Seger ......................... mseger@ctkbelton.org Business Coordinator Krista Kaulfus ........... communication@ctkbelton.org RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Director of Catechesis & Formation Krissie Lastovica ............... klastovica@ctkbelton.org Religious Education Assistant, K - 4th grades Marcie Gonzalez, RE ...... mgonzalez@ctkbelton.org Religious Education Assistant, 5th - 8th grades Teresa Hays, RE ..................... thays@ctkbelton.org Director of Youth Ministry Abby Riley ................................ ariley@ctkbelton.org Director of Sacred Music Pam Fette .................................................. 493-1477 Finance Council Chair....................................... Tom Blair Pastoral Council Chair ........................ Margaret Donohoe

Contact the parish office for social needs such as be-reavement, illness, Eucharist to the homebound, births, etc. For weddings, contact the office six months prior to the desired wedding date to schedule a consultation. For baptisms, register to attend a preparation class.

CTK Office Directory Divine Mercy

Ethics and Integrity in Ministry Training EIM training is required for all employees and volunteers who minister to youth or vulnerable adults in the Austin Diocese. We have an upcoming REFRESHER class con-veniently scheduled at Christ the King on February 6th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in the Christus Center. You must register in advance online at www.austindiocese.org. For more information, contact Teresa Hays at thays@ctkbelton.org or call the parish office. Childcare is not provided.

2015 Tax Statements Statements were mailed last week. Please contact

the parish office if you need a contribution statement and do not receive one.

Ethics and Integrity in Ministry

Christ the King is celebrating this

Great Jubilee Year of Mercy with The Divine Mercy Chaplet

at noon on Fridays (except first Fridays)

in the sancutary

Austin Catholic Men’s Conference: Armor of God Saturday, February, 20, 2016

Want to be inspired, reinvigorated, and uplifted? Does your faith life need a boost? Then join close to a thousand other Catholic men, at all levels of faith, from the Austin Diocese and surrounding areas as they gather to revital-ize their faith at the Fourth Annual Catholic Men’s Conference. Conference speakers include Tim Staples and Trent Horn. The event will be emceed by Patrick Ryan. The 4th Annual Austin Catholic Men’s Conference will be held at San Jose Catholic Church in Austin; on Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets in-clude refreshments, light lunch, and several valuable gifts. Cost is $40 if registering online, $20 for college students or younger, $45 AT THE DOOR if tickets are still availa-ble. For tickets or more information contact your parish captain (name, phone) or visit the Conference web site at www.centexcatholic.com.