Corpus Christi February 1 Email
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A. Today’s New Items
1. Fr. Patrick’s Holy Homework
Pray every day this week, “Jesus grant me the grace to be sober and alert in my thought life.” Practice giving rotten thoughts to Jesus (not just dismissing them) and be READY when you give the thought to Jesus to receive the gift he wants to give you in exchange. He loves to share his life with us.
2. Fr. Patrick: Families of Parishes Q&A
Check out this very helpful link to frequently asked questions and answers about the Families of Parishes initiatives.Families of Parishes Q&A
3. Dcn. Aaron’s Homily Take-Aways
Two ideas for you to consider:- Bring someone to church with you.
- Tell someone you would not normally tell about Jesus, why Jesus is important to you … or how Jesus has changed your life.
4. GOF Session 4 for Children/Teens
The new session of GOF for kids and teens is the Paschal Mystery with emphasis, on Holy Week, particularly, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter. We will see how Jesus is our hope. Jesus dying on the cross is not the end but the beginning of new life. Jesus is our rising sun. He is the Son of God giving us all life and hope.
The children’s and teen videos will highlight the resurrection. As they watch the video, they are encouraged to see how the various people responded to Jesus and to think about how they would respond.
Our Easter message is also how to make Jesus alive today by reaching out to people in need and responding in a positive way. The works of mercy are included in the discussion papers to give guidance in service to others.
The children’s handouts include craft suggestions such as an Easter card design and directions to make an Easter wreath.
May our Lenten practices lead us to a joy-filled Easter.
Click the button below to find the videos and handouts.Generations of Faith
B. Reminders
5. CC Celebrates “Black Catholic History”, Feb. 5th, 6:30-8:30pm
6. Session 4 of GOF for Adults!
Renew Reflect Respond
Generations of Faith 2020/21
Dying and Rising…life is often full of downs and ups!
This month’s GOF video focuses on three aspects of dying and rising:- One of the central teachings of the Catholic Faith is called the Paschal Mystery: Jesus’s Death and Resurrection. The Dying and Rising of Jesus Christ is his work of redemption; his gift of salvation and eternal life. The cross is our symbol.
- Another aspect is our own personal dying and rising experiences. Four parishioners reflect on theirs in light of three of the sacraments.
- A slide show features the dying and rising of neighboring O’Hair Park with photos by Colleen Flaherty and script by Fr. Don.
Click the Button below to go to the parish website- To print the handout: Click on Session 4 Handouts/Adults
- To see the video: click on Generation of Faith Videos then on ADULTS 2020-2021 SESSION Four
gmail.com.
Related Additional Resources:
The Paschal Mystery in the Sacraments and everyday life (Archdiocese of Chicago)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btd88eBh21s
Virtual Tours of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. This site is recognized since the 4th century as the place where Jesus died, was buried, and rose from the dead
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZ6ZdT5GOWc&ab_channel= AlJazeeraEnglish
16 mins. showing the church with readings from the Passion accounts in the Gospels
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCnwrqawDfM&ab_channel= ChristianMediaCenter-English
1 and a half minute overview of National Geographic’s longer programGenerations of Faith
7. AOD Unleash the Gospel Podcast “Open Door Policy” Episodes with Fr. Patrick
Fr. Patrick is now hosting the Podcast “Open Door Policy” Episodes for the AOD. His co-host is Emily Mentock. They are taking over for the prior team of Fr. Steve Pullis and Danielle Center. To listen to their first episode, Episode 62, click on the button below.Open Door Policy Podcast
8. Renewal of the Mind: Fr. Patrick’s 90-sec. daily video and a NEW 30-minute weekly audio broadcast
Fr. Patrick’s daily video draws guidance for the day from the Mass Scriptures of the day. The message is there … 90 seconds …POW!
The NEW item is the 30-minute weekly audio broadcast. It can be reached at any time of day or night, any day of the week.Daily or Weekly C. Standard Items
9. Liturgy schedule - weekdays
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 8:30am Mass
Saturdays: 1:00 – 3:00pm – Confessions in Reconciliation Rm in church
10. Links for viewing or registering for this weekend’s Masses
Our Masses are: Saturday, 4pm; Sunday, 11am. The 11am Mass is the Mass most often livestreamed.
Click on the button below for viewing the Mass.Click Here to View Mass via Video If you wish to attend a Mass in person at church this weekend please register by clicking on the button below … before noon on Saturday. Register for In-Person Attendance If you have not registered (by noon on Saturday) to attend Mass in person and you still wish to attend a Mass at church this weekend please:
- park in the parking lot a little ahead of Mass time,
- go to the parking lot side entrance,
- and ask the staff at that doorway if there is still available room.
If there is room in church they will do a check-in process for you.
11. Link to Bulletins:Click Here for CC Bulletins