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Nov. 4th Readings in Gather #1183 Sunday, Nov 04, 2018 Nov. 11th Readings in Gather #1186 ? Love is all you need. So say every generation’s love songs MASS INTENTIONS since the biblical Song of Songs was put to papyrus. When asked to choose the primary commandment, Jesus chose of the WEEK love of God and neighbor. Love is clearly that fundamental. But it’s far more than a feeling. The mandate to love doesn’t Sunday’s 11 am Mass is for the intentions of the Parishioners of Christ the King Parish dictate our emotions, but rather our priorities. How do we put God and neighbor first, in each decision, with every expendi- NOVEMBER 4TH THROUGH 10TH ture of time and resource? If love begins to routinely triumph Masses this week: Sun. 8:30 am, 11 am, 6 pm; Mon. 7 am; Tues. 8:15 am; Wed. & Thurs. 6 pm; over self-interest, how might worship, family, society, and Sat. 8:30 am & 4:30 pm world be transformed? Masses and Prayers for the intentions of: Prepare the Word: www.preparetheword.com Int. of Mary Jane Beisel by Shannon & Mick Beisel Int. of Joe Coode by Joan & Pat Coode Clara Craig by the Monday Group Margie Davis by Sallie & Paul Simpson Scott Fergerson by Anne Fergerson Igor Kavass by Carmen Kavass Sally Killian by the Killian Family Kim Langteau Larsen by Cathy & Doug Williams Steve Riggan by Theresa & Jack Hughes Sue Ann & Phillip Simpson by Sallie & Paul Simpson Frank Wolf by Kristen Weisel & Family

NOVEMBER 11TH THROUGH 17TH Masses this week: Sun. 8:30 am, 11 am, 6 pm; Mon. 7 am; Tues. 8:15 am; Wed. & Thurs. 6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am & 4:30 pm Masses and Prayers for the intentions of: Hugh Breen by Alice & Bob Eadler Andrew Catignani by Linus Catignani Clara Craig by Lois & Frank Schindler Kevin Davis by Teresa & Paul Davis John Hooker & Sarah Wilson by Bea Hooker Int. of Mary Jo and Chuck Koory by Kathleen & John Herb Albert Menefee by Jeanne & Gino Marchetti Eudean Pearson by Kathleen & Eddie Pearson Mike Philbin by the Dukehart Family Steve Riggan by Kathleen & John Herb Chester Sikorski

Your prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Jim Thompson FLOWER SCHEDULE MEMORIALS of EVENTS

ANNUAL PARISH DINNER AND CELEBRATION Contributions to the Altar Flower Fund Join fellow parishioners for the Annual Parish Dinner and Celebra- recognized during the month of tion on Sat., Nov. 10th. The event begins at 5:30 pm with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. All guests will be assigned to a table for the NOVEMBER delicious dinner to follow. A band for your listening and dancing are in memory or in honor of: pleasure will be part of the festivities as well as a silent and live auc- tion. Don’t miss the fun. Cost is $60 per person payable in ad- † Bobbie Bickel by Jim Bickel vance. Reservations may be made through the parish office (615- † Stephen Burk by Eni Burk 292-2884) or by printing the reservation form (available at www.ctk.org) and placing it in the collection basket or sending to the † John Gawaluck parish office. † Igor Kavass by Carmen Kavass † Martin E. & J. Carter Simmons NOVEMBER by the Earle Simmons Family 6 Election Day 10 Parish Dinner and Celebration, 5:30 pm, Parish Hall 11 Veterans Day Return Baby Bottles for Hope Clinic 12 Christmas Tree orders due WORD on FAITH 13 Women’s Council Meetings 10 am & 7 pm An earnest first grader, I experienced a melt 17 Nashville Tree Planting Day, 8:30 am - noon down while trying to complete a homework assign- ment - to memorize the Ten Commandments. My 18 Baptism Preparation Class, 9:45 am mother, noticing my distress, commissioned my 19 Knights of Columbus Meeting, 7 pm father to help me. I have no idea how well I did the 20 School Grandparents’ Day—8:15 am Mass next day on the oral quiz on the commandments, 21-23 School and Parish Offices Closed but remember what my father told me when we got to number eight: Thou shalt not steal. “You 22 Happy ! know, Carolyn, if you were hungry, I would steal 25 Feast of Christ the King food to feed you.” My eyes widened in horror - that was a mortal sin, he would go to hell. To quote  a phrase, I was “sore afraid.” Seeing my reaction, my father smiled. “Don’t worry, honey, we have plenty of food.” REPORT of That story informs a distinction I draw be- tween religion and spirituality. Religion offers COLLECTIONS guidance in how to live a good life. It develops disciplines and rituals to support that intention. The Ten Commandments are part of our religious WEEK 18—OCTOBER 28, 2018 tradition. Spirituality is not based in guidance or Regular Collection: $ 24,524.75 disciplines or rituals. Its source is deep within us, Tuition Assistance Collection: $ 605.00 coming to life as we experience ourselves as Registered Families: 1687 loved. Spirituality flows forth, showing itself in the movement from fear toward love. Spirituality dwells in our capacity to be loved and to love. Please prayerfully consider Christ the King Parish and the Diocese of My dad died in 2001. I still consult him when Nashville in your estate planning. Call 615-292-2884 with questions. I am angst-ridden. I still hear him say, “Don’t In 2018 participating member status is based on a worry, honey.” Be not afraid. minimum of $950 in annual offertory contributions — used to determine eligibility for reduced school tuition rates. Carolyn Goddard Hindu, Jewish, and Muslim faiths will share basic tenets of NEWS for THE their beliefs. The tour begins at the Islamic Center (2515 12th Avenue South). This year Christ the King will be featured on the tour. Please contact Jon Stotts for details. PARISH GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Those grieving the loss of a loved one are invited to a Grief Support Group held on the second Wednesday of each month, PRIESTHOOD SUNDAY 6:30-8 pm in the Villa (3007 Oakland Avenue). The next gath- Christ the King Church will celebrate Priesthood Sunday next ering is Nov. 14th. Monthly sessions address the grieving weekend, Nov. 10-11. Envelopes will be available in the pews process and difficulties associated with loss. Contact Marga- to support the education of seminarians in the Diocese of [email protected] / 615-777-8918) for more info. Nashville. You can mail in your donation, or place it in the collection basket at any upcoming weekend Mass. Many pas- tors will be reaching retirement age, so we will need others to ROOM IN THE INN continue their service in our parishes. Thanks to your prayers Christ the King provides Five Star Service for 20 homeless and a strong vocations program, our Diocese has 27 seminari- men, women, and children during the winter months. The ans preparing to be our future diocesan priests. Please join in program began last Wed., Nov. 7th, and occurs every prayer for our priests while remembering those who have Wednesday night through the end of March. We have many helped you. Thank you for your support! volunteer opportunities with a variety of time commitments. We are also collecting supplies like hand warmers, personal ANGEL TREE MINISTRY toiletries, wool socks, and other items Please contact John We will have more information soon about our Angel Tree Green ([email protected] / 615-500-8528) if inter- Ministry. Many in our community (parish and beyond) re- ested. ceive assistance through your generous support of this pro- gram. Look for our Angel Tree display soon and add a very BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN special Angel to your shopping list this year! The Elizabeth Ministry is sponsoring a fundraiser for Hope Clinic for Women beginning this weekend, Nov. 3rd-4th. NASHVILLE TREE PLANTING DAY The mission is to equip women, men and families to make Join with Fr. Dexter and parishioners on Nov. 17th to plant health choices with unplanned pregnancies, pregnancy preven- trees in the Paragon Mills/Hayward areas of Nashville. RSVP tion, pregnancy loss, and postpartum depression. Hope Clinic to [email protected]. Visit www. nashville- is a faith-based, non-profit organization providing confidential treefoundation.org/releafing/ for more information. Trees are services regardless of age, race, or religion. Please pick up a absolutely vital to life here on Earth. They take in carbon di- baby bottle this weekend and return it with your donation oxide, a natural part of the atmosphere that’s now at danger- on Nov. 10th-11tj. ously high levels due to the burning of fossil fuels, and they release oxygen. Two mature trees can release enough oxygen RELATIONSHIP RECOVERY PROGRAM to support two people. Sadly trees are also being destroyed at Phase 1 of the Relationship Recovery Program for the di- an alarming rate. Come plant a tree! vorced, separated, and/or those experiencing a relationship has just begun—meeting on Tuesdays at 7 pm in the Cursillo CHRISTMAS TREES Room of the Parish Center. For more information contact It’s that time of year again to begin thinking about ordering a [email protected]. beautiful, fresh cut Fraxer Fir Christmas Tree! Thanksgiving is a little earlier this year, so we’ll be traveling to North Caro- MUR-CI HOMES CHRISTMAS PARTY lina the week of Nov. 19th to pick up a fresh tree just for you. The Annual Christmas party for the residents and staff of Mur- Orders are due by Nov. 12th and checks may be made out to Ci Homes, on Sat., Dec. 8th, is fast approaching. You can CTKAA and mailed to 1117 Oman Drive, Brentwood, TN help by donating any unwanted small Christmas decorations, 37027. Pick-up dates are Nov. 24th & 25th at the above ad- snowy villages, manger scenes, figurines, ornaments, etc., for dress. 6’-7’ trees are $60; 7’-8’ trees are $70; 8 1/2’-10’trees use in making tabletop decorations for the party. If you can are $85. Place your order now! help, contact Priscilla Watson ([email protected]) to arrange pickup at church. It has become our tradition to let CHRISTMAS WREATHS the staff take with them all tabletop decorations at the end of CTK Boy Scout Troop 11 is once again selling Christmas the party, so your donation will not be returned. Wreaths and greenery. You may order online at www.bsatroop11.net or by contacting a boy in the Troop. BUILDING A SPECIAL NEEDS COMMUNITY Deliveries for pick-up at CTK will be available by Thanksgiv- Do you have a family member with a disability? Are you an ing. Contract John Green (615-500-8528 / john.green1914 individual with a unique diagnosis? Perhaps your child has @gmail.com) with questions. delays with an unknown cause? Maybe you are a professional with experience in the special needs community? Please join CARAVAN TOUR OF PLACES OF WORSHIP us for a meet and greet on Tues., Nov. 13th, in the Villa (3007 The Fourth Annual Caravan Tour, an intimate view of Nash- Oakland across from the Parish Center) from 6:30—8 pm to ville’s diverse community of religions, will take place this discuss the possibility of growing a special needs ministry at Sun., Nov. 4th, from 12-5:30 pm and is open to all Nashvil- Christ the King. All are welcome! Contact Megan and Mark lians. Clergy and members from the Buddhist, Christian, Lenihan ([email protected] / 858-243-5371). JPII: (1) Prospective Parent lunch and tour on 11/7, 10:45 am; NEWS from OUR (2) Eighth graders invited to schedule a Shadow Day—contact 615-590-6014 / admissions @jp2hs.org; (3) Knight for a Night! All 8th graders are invited for dinner, games, bonfire, and SCHOOL and P.R.E.P. s’mores on 11/9, 6:45-9 pm. Please reply to admis- [email protected]; (4) Put on your running shoes for the 8th Annual Caldwell Classic 5K on Sat., 11/10. All proceeds sup- port the Jason Foundation. Visit www.jp2hs.org. BEST OF NASHVILLE IN THE NASHVILLE SCENE! Thank you to our community who helped us achieve Best of Father Ryan: (1) Fall Play: Purple Masque Players will per- Nashville in the Nashville Scene! form The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe on 11/8-10 at 7  Best Elementary School (Public or Private) - 1st Place pm and also 2 pm on 11/10 at the Center for the Arts. Ticket prices are $7 students.$10 adults; (2) All Father Ryan veterans  Best Private School—1st Place are invited to the school’s annual Veterans Breakfast on Nov.  Best Middle School (Public or Private) - 2nd Place 9th, beginning at 7 am in the Dining Hall. Maj. Gen. Jimmy  Best Preschool—2nd Place Myles ‘70 will be the speaker. Father Ryan veterans can regis- ter at fatherryan.org/veterans.  Best Place for Children to Learn a New Skill—2nd Place  Best Teacher—Stephanie Wyatt—2nd Place Father Ryan Hall of Fame—After nine decades of Hall of  Best Teacher—Sarah Osborne—3rd Place Fame performances, Father Ryan’s athletes, coaches, and team will have a Hall of Fame . Irish are now accepting nomi-  Best Place of Worship—Christ the King Catholic nations for the school’s inaugural Hall of Fame class, to be Church—2nd Place inducted next August. Visit fatherryan.org/halloffame.  Best Religious Leader—Father Dexter Brewer—1st Place St. Cecilia Academy: (1) Fill Our Hearts, exploring the mys- teries of our Catholic faith; Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 am through Nov. 14th; (2) Production of “Snoopy” Nov. 3-11, $15 adults/ $12 students/$7 SCA students/$5 five and under. Visit stce- cilia.edu/performanceseason for dates, times, and ticket infor- NEWS in THE mation.

Catholic Business League welcomes Brian Cooper, Chief Ad- COMMUNITY ministrative Officer and Vice Chancellor of the Diocese, at its monthly meeting on Thurs., 11/8, 7:30 am in Cathedral’s Flem- ing Center (mass at 7 am). Adoption Info Open House offered by Catholic Charities this Tues., Nov. 13th, from 11 am—2 pm at the Catholic Pastoral Nashville Catholic Business Women’s League: St. Cecilia Center (Door #4 / Room 115) for anyone considering growing Academy Principal Sister Anna Laura, O.P. will be guest your family through adoption. Contact 615-352-3087 / speaker at the Nov. 14th meeting of the NCBWL at the Univer- www.cctenn.org. sity Club. Register for the meeting at ncbwl.org.

Bishop Spalding invites everyone to a panel discussion taking Concert Chorale of Nashville presents Sing, Choirs of Angels, place in several churches around the Diocese. He, along with a a concert of Christmas classics and favorites, Sun., Dec. 2nd, 3 number of experts in law and psychology, will discuss issues pm at St. Henry Catholic Church. and implications related to the Pennsylvania grand jury report which covered more than six decades of abuse cases in the Material Assistance Program of Catholic Charities is in Church. All are invited to participate in the last discussion on desperate need of new and gently used baby clothes up to size Nov. 8th —6:30-8 pm/St. Rose four only—also items like bottles, blankets, wipes, diaper bags, pacifiers, infant washing supplies, bibs, or other items fit for Papal Documents: Why Should I Care? The Office of Adult little ones (thankfully we have plenty of diapers). Call Debbie Formation’s fall speaker series is open to everyone, and each Striclyn (615-760-1025 / [email protected]. talk stands alone. Talks are offered both at 10 am and repeated at 7 pm at the Pastoral Center. 11/5: Mystici Corporis Christi: March for Life: If interested in joining a group attending the Paving the Way for Vatican II; 11/12: Dies Domini: Why Sun- March for Life in Washington DC in January 2019, please con- day is the Most Important Day of the Week. RSVP to tact Barry Nichols at [email protected]. joan.watson @dioceseofnashville.com / 615-783-0263.

The Family Life Office of the Diocese is presenting another Tennessee state law requires that all suspected abuse of chil- six week Bereavement Series at the Catholic Pastoral Center dren be reported. If you need to report or are seeking support: continuing on 11/4 & 11, 1-3 pm. Contact Bill (615-545- DCS for reporting abuse—1-877-237-0004 / 1-877-54ABUSE; 8906 / [email protected]). Crisis and support 24/7 hotline 1-800-879-1999 / sacenter.org. SCHEDULE of OUR PASTOR—REV. DEXTER SUTTON BREWER [email protected] • 615-292-2884, Ext. 101 ASSOCIATE PASTOR—REV. ANH TUAN PHAN MINISTRIES [email protected] • 615-292-2884, Ext. 113 C D O O Sundays—8:30-11:00 am DEACONS F N Nov. 4: Rohling Family F U JOHN KRENSON — [email protected] E T Nov. 11: Mark Ewald Family E S DAVID LYBARGER — [email protected] Nov. 3-4, 2018 ANDREW McKENZIE 4:30: TBA [email protected] • 615-777-8917 L 8:30: Peter Donofrio, Matthew Parriott E 11:00: Nick Beehan, Erin Polley BRIAN SCHULZ — [email protected] • 615-777-8967 C Nov. 10-11, 2018 BOB TRUE — [email protected] T 4:30: TBA O 8:30: Andrew Medvecz, Richard Rodgers SCHOOL PRINCIPAL—SHERRY WOODMAN R 11:00: TBA [email protected] • 615-292-9465, Ext. 201 S OTHER PARISH STAFF Nov. 3-4, 2018 MARGARET EMSWELLER, Pastoral Care Coordinator 4:30: TBA [email protected] • 615-777-8918 MIKE HOWINGTON, Campus Manager E 8:30: Colleen Bonadio, Peter Donofrio, Erica & Ross [email protected] • 615-777-8979 U Ecken, Jay Formosa, M. McCloy, S. Meyer, J. Mor- M gan, O. Palanca-Wildrick, J. Robbins, B. O’Bryan LUCIA HUSKEY, Director of Liturgy and Music C I and Wedding Coordinator H N 11:00: Cindi Parten, Eni Burk, Mike Gorney*, Mike Kelly*, [email protected] • 615-777-8907 A I Jerry Wigger, Cathy Kelly, Natalia Cooper, Patty JOCELINE LEMAIRE, Asso. Director of Adult Formation R S Farmer, Jeanne & Jeff Bradford [email protected] • 615-777-8909 I T ANDY MCKENZIE, Marriage Prep Coordinator S E Nov. 10-11, 2018 [email protected] • 615-777-8917 4:30: TBA T R NANCY ROHLING, Parish Coordinator I S 8:30: Jim & Kathy Blackstock, Diane Catignani, Flynn [email protected] • 615-292-2884, Ext. 100 C Doyle, Ray & Sue Giuliani, Susan Murphy, Matthew KATHY SKINNER, Dir., Children and Youth Formation Parriott, Donna Ross, Danny Ruberg, Bill O’Bryan [email protected] • 615-777-8908 DAWNNE STEPHENS, Business Manager 11:00: TBA [email protected] • 615-777-8904 JON STOTTS, Director of Adult Formation [email protected] • 615-292-2884 Nov. 3-4, 2018 4:30 Katherine Gonzalez, Vicki Dukehart, Carmen PASTOR EMERITUS—REV. JAMES K. MALLETT G Kavass, Joanne Katcher 728 Bacon Trail #61, Chattanooga, TN 37412 R 8:30: Kemo & Dotty Howington, John & Jessica Anderson [email protected]; 423-779-2400 M E 11:00: Anna Beth Bedfrey, Jim & Lenalee Bryan, Emily PARISH ORGANIZATIONS A E Siami S T WOMEN’S COUNCIL - meets third Tuesdays S E Nov. 10-11, 2018 10 am and 7:00 pm, Council Room 4:30 Pat Lavorini, Connie Daugherty, Alice & Bob Eadler PRAYER CHAIN—Call 615-292-2884 / [email protected] R 8:30: Susie Bateman, Linda & Kevin Endres, Eba Hobbs S 11:00: Leonard Pogue, Bill & Patty Farmer, Betsy Pogue KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - Contact Joe Gomez [email protected], 239-633-0913 FUN BUNCH - Fridays for cards 1:00 pm, Com. Rm. C Nov. 4: 8:30 Margaret Pyburn, T. Wesnofske, M. C. Pyburn CENTERING PRAYER - Fridays 8:00 am, Music Room; L 11:00 Becca Tremmel, Kate McNeill Wednesdays 5:00 pm, Cursillo Room. O Nov. 11: 8:30 Amy Seigenthaler, A. G. Strobel, M. A. Pierce LECTIO DIVINA—Mondays 8:00 am, Council Room W 11:00 Mary Katherine Simmons, Lily Rohling SCOUTING - Boy Scouts call John Green (615-500-8528) or Nov. 3-4, 2018 Paul Riggan (615-615-568-2994); Girl Scouts (615-383-0490) S 4:30 pm: Joe Dennis, Sophie & Steven VandenNoven TAI CHI/CHI KUNG - Wednesdays 5:00 pm, Council Rm. A E 8:30 am: Carson Schletzer, Amelia & Helen Pyburn CREDO—YOUNG ADULTS —([email protected]) 11:00 am: T. Dement, M. Lowen, C. McMillen, I. Mathew L R For a complete list of Parish Organizations T V Nov. 10-11, 2018 E 4:30 pm: Evelyn Manno, McKey McGuinness, R. Wehby please call the Parish Office at 615-292-2884. A 8:30 am: Bella Burk, Ellie Schulz, Tommy Rodgers R R For additional Calendar Events or Parish News S 11:00 am: Cecilia & Oscar Green, S. George, H. Hickey go to www.ctk.org.