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    • The Spirituality of Advent
                          
    • ADVENT
         
    • The Joy of the Gospel
                                             
      APOSTOLIC EXHORTATION
      EVANGELII GAUDIUM
      OF THE HOLY FATHER
      FRANCIS

      TO THE BISHOPS, PRIESTS AND DEACONS
      CONSECRATED MEN AND WOMEN
      AND THE LAY FAITHFUL
      ON THE PROCLAMATION OF THE GOSPEL
      IN TODAY'S WORLD

      THE JOY OF THE GOSPEL fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus. Those who accept his offer of salvation are set free from sin, sorrow, inner emptiness and loneliness. With Christ joy is constantly born anew. In this Exhortation I wish to encourage the Christian faithful to embark upon a new chapter of evangelization marked by this joy, while pointing out new paths for the Church’s journey in years to come....

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    • Faustina Messenger of Divine Mercy
         

      Wednesday, December 11, 2013, St. Aloysius Catholic Church at 7:00PM
    • WELCOME

      Welcome to Christ the King Parish website.
      This is our home on the Internet in this new digital age. 

      Christ the King Parish is a spirit filled community of disciples, striving to live the Gospel.  Founded in 1963, we are one of the largest parishes in the Springfield diocese.  On this site you will learn about our parish, with numerous links to Catholic information and news.
       
      If you are seeking a parish community in which to pray, to learn and to be of service to others, then our doors and hearts are open to you.  Perhaps we will meet soon face to face.

      Grace and peace to you.   Fr. Joe

         
       

    • Novena to the Immaculate Conception
      NOVENA TO THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION 
      SAT., NOV. 30 THRU SUN., DEC. 8, 2013 
      AT CHRIST THE KING CHURCH 

      “MARY, OUR MOTHER, IN THIS YEAR OF FAITH” 

      The homilists and topics for the 
       Novena are as follows: 

      Sat., Nov. 30, The Annunciation, Rev. Bernard Thomas Donovan 

      Sun., Dec. 1, The Visitation, Rev. James O'Shea 

      Mon., Dec. 2, The Nativity of Our Lord, Rev. Jeffrey Grant 

      Tues., Dec. 3, The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Bishop Thomas 
      John Paprocki 
       
      Wed., Dec. 4, Our Lady of Sorrows, Rev. Msgr., Carl Kemme 

      Thurs., Dec. 5, The Descent of the Holy Spirit upon Mary 
      and the Apostles, Rev. Stephen A. Thompson 

      Fri., Dec. 6, The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 
      Rev. John Sullivan, O.F.M. 
       
      Sat., Dec. 7, Mary Queen of All Saints, Rev. Deacon Benedict 
      Hoefler 
       
      Sun., Dec. 8, The Immaculate Conception, Rev. Mark Schulte 

      The Novena starts at 7 p.m. each evening at Christ the King 
      with Exposition and Adoration followed by Rosary. Speaker 
      gives talk at conclusion of Rosary. Closing Benediction. 
      Reconciliation after each service except for Sunday, Dec. 8th. 
    • Parish News
      • Protecting God's Children
        Everyone who volunteers their time and talent to assist with any parish activity and has regular contact with children under the age of 18, must attend a session entitled “Protecting God’s Children.” This program is a part of the Diocesan effort to promote a positive, nurturing environment for our children while protecting both the children and church personnel. We will be examining all those who have any leadership or volunteer roles in the parish to make sure they have taken a Protecting God’s Children session and have had a background check. Please call the Parish Office at 546-3527 if you are unsure or need to know the sessions that are being offered.
      • CTK Prayerline
        November 3, 2013
        If you have a special intention or someone for whom you would like prayers offered, please call Catherine Beedie at 787- 1677, Ann Francis at 546-1800 or Jean Heroux at 546-4922.
      • Church Etiquette
        June 29, 2013
        Sometimes we take some things for granted and just need a reminder. Please respect the Lord in His House and reserve talking and visiting for outside. Enter and leave reverently and quietly! Remember that many are praying before and after Mass! Remember also that chewing gum during mass breaks your fast. These simple reminders will help keep the House of God in order. Thank you!
      • Morning Prayer
        Morning Prayer is held every Monday and Friday, following 0630 AM Mass. Please join us, as the Lord has commanded us to pray without ceasing... This prayer marks the start of the day's work and the coming of the Light in the Liturgy of the Hours. Click on Morning Prayer for more information on the link. Complete instructions on the free app and how to load it is found here!
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    • Homily for Prayers of Supplication and Exorcism in Reparation for the Sin of Same-Sex Marriage
          

      Click on picture for entire homily
    • Papal Tweets
          

      The Church invites everyone to be embraced by the Father’s tenderness and forgiveness. 
    • December Prayer Intentions

      Pope Francis' Prayer Intentions for DECEMBER

      The Pope's general intention is: "That children who are victims of abandonment or violence may find the love and protection they need."

      His missionary intention is: "That Christians, enlightened by the Word incarnate, may prepare humanity for the Savior's coming."

       

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    • Requiescat in pace

       
      REST IN PEACE:
      Please remember in your masses and prayers the repose of the  soul of Mrs. Helen C. Davsko, parishioner, who died recently. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, Rest in 
      Peace, Amen! 
       
       
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