Corpus Christi November 23 email
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A. Today’s New Items
1. Fr. Patrick’s Holy Homework
This week, try to carry this simple prayer in your heart and on your lips throughout the week — “Jesus, please let my life be consumed with yours” — and spend time reflecting on the wisdom of St. Teresa of Calcutta. Ah, yes, the Seven Corporal Works of Mercy!
2. Archbishop’s Letter on Family of Parishes
On Monday, November 23, 2020, the Archbishop sent out a letter about the efforts of the archdiocese called “Families of Parishes”, a major change in archdiocesan structures. Please see the letter by clicking on this button.Families of Parishes Letter
3. Generation of Faith – Adults
Renew Reflect Respond
“Hello, Church! Andrea Baier here.
Our pandemic approach to Generations of Faith includes watching 30-minute videos instead of the high-energy gatherings in the Rainbow Room with our beloved community. However, these videos give us food for thought and nuggets of wisdom to reflect on.
The most recent one on ‘salvation history’ got me to thinking about saints from hundreds of years ago, as well as present-day saints who share our pews at Corpus Christi.
The videos are followed by table discussions with a few Corpus Christi members, which keeps me connected to faith life at our parish until we can resume in-person gatherings.
I hope you can TUNE IN to the next session, Who Is Jesus?”
TUNE IN starting today- to see Who is Jesus? Just a Good Man or Lord of our Lives? (34 minutes)
- to learn more about the Incarnation, the human and divine natures of Jesus, Jesus: model of holiness, and living life abundantly
- to hear a discussion among 4 Corpus Christi young adults about their favorite names/titles of Jesus.
- Click the Button below to go to Corpus Christi’s website
- To print the handout: Click on Session 3 Handouts/Adults
- To see the video: click on Generation of Faith Videos and then ADULTS 2020 -2021 SESSION THREE
TUNE IN to other related resources:
A History of the Church of the Nativity in Jerusalem (11 minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjSKADyQRbU&ab_channel=ChristianMediaCenter-English
A Tour of the Church of the Nativity 2020 (6 minutes): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aQVIQzPhk8&ab_channel=206Tours
WORD CLOUD: Help us build another Word Cloud using the form at the bottom of the Generations of Faith page on the parish website or email Corpus Christi at [email protected] with your favorite name/title of Jesus.Generations of Faith 4. Generation of Faith – Children and Teens
Session Two Topic: Creation
Parents, click on the button below to get to- the Session Two handouts which include activity sheets about the church year (Advent, Lent, etc.) and caring for creation
- the Generations of Faith Videos (SESSION TWO) for your children
Generations of Faith
5. FORMED Advent Program
Introducing a new Advent journey for you and your family
Join FORMED for the Road to Bethlehem, a journey that includes daily Advent reflections and enrichment. FORMED will be sending you handpicked videos, talks, and texts every day throughout Advent to nourish your spiritual life. Sign up today to prepare for the coming of our Lord Jesus at Christmas!FORMED Advent Journey
6. FORMED Highlights of the Week
FORMED has a treasury of items about our faith and how to grow in it. Click here for special highlights of this week.Highlights of the Week
7. Changes in These Corpus Christi Weekly Emails
Perhaps you have already noticed changes in these emails! We have been listening to suggestions from our parish members about possible changes to improve the value and usability of these emails.
The first change we have done is to create three categories: Today’s New Items, Reminders and Standard Items. The first of these, Today’s New Items, is filled with completely new items or items that have changed since they were published previously. Reminders are items that have been published here before and are still active and useful. Standard Items include our usual liturgy schedules and registrations, and the links for getting to our website and bulletins.
The second change is a reduction in the frequency of publishing these emails. Instead of three times a week we are reducing it to twice a week. The two new usual days for publishing are Mondays and Thursdays. Of course, here in our first week Thursday is Thanksgiving so we will delay that email until Friday.
B. Reminders
8. Thanksgiving Day Mass – 9am
Mass will be offered on Thanksgiving Day in church. Please observe usual Covid precautions: wear a mask, sit in designated pews, etc.!
9. Giving Tree: Version 2020
Announcing a three weekend Advent Giving Tree event brought to you by Corpus Christi’s Social Justice Committee and Christian Service. The beneficiaries of this year’s collection will be members of Corpus Christi Parish and families in our Parish boundaries who find themselves unable to provide for their needs during this blessed Christmas season.
In the interest of keeping things simple and Covid safe here’s what you can do to help:
While you are out shopping anyway, PICK UP either a Kroger, Meijer or Target gift card—any denomination will be put to good use. DROP OFF your donation at the back of church at either the 4pm or 11 am Mass November 28, 29 or December 5, 6 or December 12, 13.
If you’re not going out you can MAIL a check to Corpus Christi Parish at 19800 Pembroke, Detroit, MI 48219. Make checks payable to Corpus Christi Parish and write Giving Tree on the memo line. Donation envelopes will also be available at the back of church.
We will distribute your donations to families on Saturday, December 19 so they will be able to shop for food or gifts prior to Christmas. Thank you in advance for your flexibility and understanding of the unique challenges of Christmas giving this year. Continuing thanks and wishes for blessings in abundance for remaining Christ’s Light in our little corner of the world.
10. Shower for Mary
11. New Air Purifying Equipment in Church
Because your health and safety during this COVID-19 pandemic is extremely important, the Leadership Team approved the purchase of four medical-grade air purifying units for the church and expect them to be delivered this week for use this upcoming weekend.
These units are used in surgical centers and dental offices, as well as schools and other settings where groups of people are gathering since the pandemic. Because the units continually clean and filter the air in the church, the company recommends that we keep the windows closed to keep out allergens and dust particles, which will keep us safe and warm in the church this winter. You will notice that the units will be placed against the two walls along the pew areas and the noise level is minimal
12. Koeze Christmas gift sales/fund raiser
Corpus Christi Church Members:
If interested in purchasing a Koeze nut product: either email me at [email protected] or call me at 313-766-5345 to place your order.
Click on the button below to visit the Koeze catalog.
What is needed in ordering Koeze products:- Item number(s)
- Quantity
- Description
- Page #
- Price
- Your name & phone # & email.
- Payable to Corpus Christi Catholic Church
- Place on memo line: Koeze Nuts
- Mail your check to Kennith Troupe, PO Box 23699, Detroit MI
Koeze Catalog
13. 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
14. Catholic Charities of SE Michigan appeal
C. Standard Items
15. Liturgy schedule - weekdays
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 8:30am Mass [This week, with Thanksgiving on Thursday, that Mass will be at 9:00am!]
Saturdays: 1:00 – 3:00pm – Confessions in the Activity Center
16. Links for viewing or registering for this weekend’s Masses
Our Masses are: Saturday, 4pm; Sunday 11am. The 11am Mass will be livestreamed. Click on the button below for viewing the Mass. [Videos of Masses from prior weekends are also available at this site.]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.
17. Link to Bulletins:Click Here for CC Bulletins