Catholic Community of
Christ the King Parish
May 17, 2015
Ascension Sunday of the Lord
Volume Xlll Issue 24
Very Rev. Anthony Fontenot, V.F.–
V.F.– Dean of the South Deanery
and Pastor — [email protected]
Shane Swire
Office Manager/Bookkeeper
Tiffany Champion
Administrative Assistant
Robert Barbry
Youth Ministry/LifeTeen
JoAnna Bearb
Elementary PREP Coordinator
Tammy Duhon
Jr. High/Sr. High PREP Coordinator
Renita Papillion
Music Director
Matthew Zawadzki
Accompanist
Elaine Heape
Volunteer Coordinator
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Pat & Bonnie Landreneau
Parish Picnic! June 7, 2015
We need some help, please call the office if you would like to man a station.
Volunteers needed: face painters for the kiddos, volunteers to keep an eye on the
water slide activity, people to help set up and line tables, cut watermelon, etc…
We also need families to man the popcorn machine and sno cone machine (a couple
so it can be in shifts), a couple of adults to supervise the teen bingo.
Please call if you feel you can help or just plan to come out and have a terrific
afternoon with us! Teens, this is a great opportunity to get those service projects in!
Call the office at 478-0213 to sign up as a volunteer and get more information.
Christ the King Office
7680 Gulf Highway
Lake Charles, LA 70607
Office Hours 9:00
9:00 am - 4:3
4:30 pm Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Friday
Closed for lunch 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Office Number: 337337-478478-0213
Fax Number: 337337-478478-0793
Weekdays:
Tuesday & Thursday - 8:00 am
Wednesday & Friday - 5:00 pm
Christian Prayers–
Prayers– 30 minutes prior to weekday Mass
Saturday Mass: 5:00
5:00 pm - Anticipated
Sunday Masses: 8:30 am & 10:30 am
Holy Days:
6:30 pm - Anticipated
6:45 am
Parish Trustees
Jack O’Reilly
Lisa Henry
Finance Council
Melissa House (Vice Chair)
Paula Dupuy (Secretary)
Dionne Hine
Chris Lemoine
Drusilla Jones
Norman McCall
Blaine Doucet
Pastoral Council
Jill Breaux (Vice Chair)
Confessions:
Saturday 4:004:00-4:50 pm, 30 minutes before Sunday and daily Charlotte Chavis (Secretary)
Robin Basone
Russel Bello
Mass or by appointment
Cookie Phillips
Wilma McDaniel
Baptisms: Call the Church office for details.
details.
Pat Verrette
Marriage: Call the Church Office at least 6 months in advance.
Parish Religious Education Program (PREP)
Elementary: Saturday 9:15 am - 10:30 am
Jr. & Sr. High: Wednesday 6:00 pmpm-7:30 pm
Confirmation Classes: Wednesday 6:00 pmpm- 7:30 pm
Visit Christ the King’s website at
www.christthekinglc.org
Reflecting
on Sundays Reading
Tune in to Glad Tidings tv show at 6am on KPLC or
online at live.lcdiocese.org
You can see them live or go online to watch this
Sunday and past recordings.
Reflection on the Gospel for the Feast of the Ascension
Sunday– May 17th, 2015 The Ascension of the Lord
Loss is part of the human condition, and death is the most painful manifestation of loss.
Today’s feast of the Ascension invites us to face that experience of loss in a transformative way. In
Ordinary Time, we celebrate the life and ministry of Jesus. Over the period of Lent and Easter, we
have been remembering his death and resurrection. The liturgy now draws us into another aspect
of the Mystery, that of the presence and absence of the Risen One. The physical loss of Jesus
means a new and different sort of presence. Like the early Christians, we need time to grasp each
dimension of the one great Mystery.
Listen as Bishop Glen John Provost and Father Jeffrey
Starkovich discuss the day’s Gospel reading from Saint
Mark. Hear stories of the diocese, the region, the state,
and the world in the news segment. In the second half
hour, on Catholic Life Today, Deacon George Carr talks
with Jeanne LeBato about Religious Iconology.
Today’s gospel passage receives little attention in commentaries and classes because,
along with immediately preceding passage (Mark 16:9-14), it is a late addition to the original text
of Mark’s gospel. The author of these verses is familiar with the similar commission to proclaim
the good news to all nations and to baptize in the name of the Trinity, found at the end of
Matthew’s gospel. In Mark 16, the command is to bring the gospel to ‘the whole creation’. It is a
more inclusive vision than Matthew’s and opens a space for an ecological reading of the text,
an extension from the human to the other-than and more-than -human inhabitants of the Earth
community.
Ainsley’s Angels is excited to showcase the
beautiful Lake Charles sunset on the evening of
25 July 2015 starting pre race activities approx.
5:30pm at the Lake Charles Civic Center. We are
currently looking for "VOLUNTEERS" for this
event. We are looking for enthusiastic and
dependable people that we can count on and that
can commit themselves as of now. Please let me
know as soon as possible if you are willing to
donate your precious time to a great cause. Areas
help needed in are, food booths, traffic control,
course and finish line water stations, runners, coke
trailer, cheerleaders along the course etc...
If we were to accept that our mission in the ‘in-between times’ is to bring the gospel to all
creation, then we might take more seriously God’s command in Genesis 2 to reverence and
protect the earth (usually translated as ‘to till and to keep’). We might stop polluting the air that all
creatures need for life. We might also read the affirmations of Genesis 1 through the lens of Mark
16 and respect once more the intrinsic goodness of all creation as a gospel imperative.
The ‘Ascension’ event recounted towards the end of the passage presupposes a
pre-scientific, three-tiered understanding of the structure of the world. In this ancient view, God
is in the heavens above and Jesus is caught up into God’s realm. The vertical movement is
balanced by a horizontal movement: Jesus’ return to ‘the right hand of God’ ensures a different
kind of presence in the church despite his seeming absence, one that enables the believer to
continue the healing and re-creative ministry of Jesus ‘to all creation
Our goal is to promote the message of Ainsley’s
Angels throughout the community of Lake Charles,
as well as, the state of Louisiana, and we would
love your assistance in making this 2nd annual
road race and finisher’s festival even better than
last year’s amazing event!
The impact we are making on those with
disAbilities who normally would not be able to
experience endurance events is tremendous. As
a 501c3 non-profit organization incorporated in
Lake Charles, 100% of all proceeds will go directly
toward furthering our mission! Thank you for your
dedication and efforts to support Ainsley’s Angels.
For questions or concerns please call Kristine
Seaward at 337-802-4181 or Roxane Mata at
337-377-7143.
The Priestly Ordination of Deacon Ruben
Villarreal and Jay Alexius, M.D. will be Saturday,
June 27th at the Cathedral of the Immaculate
Conception in Lake Charles. Mass begins at 10:00 am
and the reception will begin afterwards at St. Louis
High School. To assist in this diocesan event, the
reception is co-hosted by the home parishes of the
candidates, St. Lawrence Catholic Church and
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
Anyone interested in making a monetary donation for
the reception is asked to make checks payable to The
Diocese of Lake Charles with “Ordination” in the
memo area, and mail to: Diocese of Lake Charles,
Attention Msgr. Daniel Torres, 414 Iris Street, Lake
Charles, LA 70601.
For more information, please contact Kitty Roberts,
Reception Coordinator at 337-496-9193 or
[email protected]. Your donation will help to
make this a memorable occasion for Deacon Villarreal
and Deacon Alexius.
Thank you for your generosity!
Silver & Golden Anniversary Mass
Our Silver and Golden Wedding Anniversary
Celebration is to take place on Sunday, June 21st
2015 at the 11:15am Mass in the Cathedral of the
Immaculate Conception. Any couple celebrating
their 25th, 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th, or 70th is invited
to attend. Following mass will be a reception with
Bishop Provost in the Ave Maria Hall. Family
members of the honored couples are also invited
to the mass and reception.
Contact the parish office to
register by June 16th.
Youth Ignite Camp
will be Sunday, June 28th—Thursday July 2nd
2015.
This is our local Mission Camp, Please let our
office know if anyone in your Parish needs yard
or house work done. We will clean, cut, paint, etc.
Please call Caroline Matt @ the Diocese of Lake
Charles 439-7400 extension 301
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Sat., May 16 The Ascension of the Lord– Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11; Ephesians 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13; Mark 16:15-20
5:00 pm Robert “Bobby” Conner, Ronald Primeaux, Larry Broussard
Sun., May 17 The Ascension of the Lord– Acts of the Apostles 1:1-11; Ephesians 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13; Mark 16:15-20
8:30 am Parishioners
10:30 am A.D. & “Boonie” Trahan, Letha Vincent, Iris Jones, Veda Boudreaux, Mass of Thanksgiving
Mon., May 18 Easter Weekday- Acts of the Apostles 19:1-8; John 16:29-33
Tues., May 19 Easter Weekday- Acts of the Apostles 20:17-27; John 17:1-11a
8:00 am
A.D. & “Boonie” Trahan
Wed., May 20 Easter Weekday- Acts of the Apostles 20:28-38; John 17:11b-19
5:00 pm In Thanksgiving for success of surgery and full recovery for Chad Bourque
Thur., May 21 Easter Weekday- Acts of the Apostles 22:30; 23:6-11; John 17:20-26
8:00 am
Jimmy, Gary, Joe & Sylvia Calloura
No Mass
Tuesday, May 19 7:30 am Christian Prayers
8:00 am Mass
8:30 am Pro Life Rosary
Wed, May 20
4:30 pm Christian Prayers
5:00 pm Mass
5:30 pm Adoration
Thurs, May 21
7:30 am Christian Prayers
8:00 am Mass
Friday, May 22 4:30 pm Christian Prayers
5:00 pm Mass
Fri., May 22 Easter Weekend- Acts of the Apostles 25:13b-21; John 21:15-19
5:00 pm For the holy souls in purgatory
Sat., May 23 Pentecost Sunday Vigil – Genesis 11:1-9; Romans 8:22-27; John 7:37-39
5:00 pm Gordon Guillory, Veda Chapman
Sun., May 24 Pentecost Sunday– Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13; Galatians 5:16-25
8:30 am Wanda Arabie Landreneau, Ronald Ortego, Letha Vincent, Bert Marcello, Veda Boudreaux, Murrel Matte
10:30 am Parishioners
Masses are $5.00 per intention per mass
Monday, May 18
Saturday, May 23 4:00 pm Confession
4:30 pm Rosary in the Church
5:00 pm Mass
Upcoming Events in May
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23
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Adoration 5:30 pm-9:30 pm
New Lector Training at 10:00am in the church
New Extraordinary Eucharistic Minister Training at
11:00am in the church
25 Office Closed for Memorial Day
28 Youth Choir/Band Practice 6:00pm-7:00pm in church
May Meetings
18
19
20
21
22
23
26
29
Abraham’s Tent 8:00am-1:00pm
LAS Meeting 6:00 pm
Elementary PREP meeting 3:30pm
KC Meeting 6:30 pm
Men’s Scripture Reflection Group 6:00 am
Men’s Prayer Breakfast 7:00am
Finance Council 6:15 pm in Office Lobby
Men’s Scripture Reflection Group 6:00 am
Sunday, May 24 8:30 am Mass
10:30 am Mass/Children’s Church
6:00 pm Bible Study/Hang out 8th-12th grade
Collections
Second Weekend of May 2014
$ 7, 186.00
Second Weekend of May 2015
$ 6,484.50
SANCTUARY LIGHTS : For our church community
CANNED GOODS & POWDERED MILK
Please Remember in Prayer our Sick
CHRIST THE KING IS ACCEPTING ASSORTED
CANNED GOODS, GARDEN PRODUCE & POWDERED
MILK FOR CATHOLIC CHARITIES. IF YOU HAVE
SOMETHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE
PLEASE DROP IT OFF AT THE FRONT OFFICE OR
IN THE BACK OF THE CHURCH.
Ruthvan & Dean, Grace & Phillip Abshire Sr., Sam Ange Jr.,
Janet Berlin, Ronald & Lynetta Beaugh, Melvin J. Bertrand,
Dwayne Boyd, Sarah Brandow, Charlie Mae & Dallas Brasseaux,
Casen Broussard, Evolia Broussard, Irvin Broussard, Marlena
Broussard, Mitchell Broussard, Sherrie Broussard, Jamie Burt,
Jean Verret, Sherry Carnahan, Jimmie Patrick Clark, Cecil Clark
III, Jessica Clements, James Chavis, Rose Chavis, Drew Cormier,
Una Couvillon, Janelle & Leland Crochet, Pauline Fontenot,
Margie Fontenot, James Fontenot, Linda Frederick, Rena Fruge,
Jason Fruge, Ronald Gaspard, Jr., Barbara Gauthreaux, Monica
Gentry, Elaina Granger, Joyce Granger, Maurine Granger, Neil
Gremillion, Martha Gurrola, Augustine Gurrola Jr, Natalie
Gurrola, Lucy Gurrola, Lucinda Frederick Gurrola, Gary Hardy,
Jackie Harris, Margie Heard, Mary Hebert, Betty Hebert, Terry
Hebert, Mary Abate Hollingsworth, Frankie Jester, Mary Johnson,
Drue Lannin, George & Dorothy Lapoint, Wanda Lambert, Joyce
LeDoux, Melissa Laughlin, Leroy Leger, Dale Lutgring, Philip
McLean, Kathy Buntyn Maxon, Helen Moreau, Clifford & Eula
Mae Miller, Deloris Miller, Sonia Miller, David Musselwhite.
David Nelson, Dennis Niver, Eric Norwood, Juanita Nunez, Betty
& Jack O’Reilly, James Gary Papillion, Sue & Larry Parker,
Jamice Peace, Bill Person, John Petty, Wilbur Porche, Shirley
Primeaux, Joseph Richard, Fallon Rogers, Joyce Savoie, Margie
Savoie, Connie Shuff, Kenneth Smith, Talon Sonnier, Debra
Terranova, Delaine Theriot, Gabryelle Tregle, Charlotte Trosclair,
Geraldine Vezina, Fern Walker, Debrah Weeks, Huey West,
Mayola Wickie, Charlene Wyche
CHURCH CLEANING MONTH OF
May
Farnell Family
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Thy faithful and
enkindle in them the fire of Thy love.
V. Send forth Thy Spirit and they shall be created.
R. And Thou shalt renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray. O God, Who didst instruct the hearts
of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, grant
us in the same Spirit to be truly wise, and ever to
rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ our
Lord.
Amen.
Names will be removed after 4 weeks. Call the parish
office (478-0213) to have names remain on the list.
SECOND COLLECTION
MAY 24TH
ST VINCENT DE PAUL
Please check our website for online giving options,
www.christthekinglc.org
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to the following seminarians:
SAMUEL ORSOT celebrates his birthday on May 21st. You
may send birthday gree ngs to him at St. Henry's Catholic
Church, 1021 Eighth Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70601.
JOHN SOUDER celebrates his birthday on May
26th. Birthday gree ngs may be sent to him at Our Lady
Queen of Heaven, 617 W. Claude St., Lake Charles, LA
70605.
LEVI THOMPSON's birthday is May 28th. You may send
birthday gree ngs to him at Christ the King, 7680 Gulf
Hwy., Lake Charles, LA 70607.
Prayer intentions for the month of May.
Pope Francis
Universal: That, rejecting the culture of
indifference, we may care for our neighbors who
suffer, especially the sick and the poor.
Evangelization: That Mary's intercession
may help Christians in secularized cultures be ready
to proclaim Jesus.
Bishop Provost
For the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on those
graduating and confirmed.
Please keep these young men and all of our seminarians in
your prayers.
The 1st practice is Thursday,
May 28th from 6:00pm-7:00pm
in the church.
Schedule for May 23rd/24th
ALTAR SERVER
Congratulations to all the graduates and
confirmation students!
SUNDAY 8:30 AM
SUNDAY 10:30 AM
Austin Vincent
Dakota Shelstead
Joseph Petty
Emilee Richard
Aubrey Caldwell
Evan Bernard
William Richard
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
OF COMMUNION
K-5th Grade PREP Preparation Meeting will be Wednesday,
May 20th from 3:30pm-6:30pm. Come when you can if you are
interested in helping!
SATURDAY 5:00 PM
LECTORS
Jobe Hebert
Jeanette Fontenot
Wilma McDaniel
Patrick Verrette
Juliana Hinton
Fray Zamora
Sharon Phillips
Maria Richard
Robin Basone
Thomas St. Romain
Anne Duhon
Tina Savoie
John Owen
Jennifer Duhon
Betty Sonnier
Bryon Derouen
HOSPITALITY
Justin Triplett
Owens Ledano
Davey Hebert
CHILDREN’S CHURCH (10:30)
Shane Swire
Chris Bearb
Attention: Liturgical Ministers
If you have summer plans and will be out some weekends in June, July or August,
please call the office. New Schedules will be out May 30th/31st.
New Liturgical Minister Training
Will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2015
10:00am for Lectors
11:00am for Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministers
Pray for our Soldiers…
Regular Choir Rehearsal has moved to Tuesdays at 6pm.
All are Welcome to join the Choir!
Cantor Practice will be the 1st Tuesdays of each month at 6pm in
the church.
Anyone interested in being a Cantor please join us!
Lord hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us.
Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in
our time of need, Amen.
Scott Hebert, David L. Phillips, Jr., Kim Rossiter, Charles McFarland,
Jeremiah LaFosse, Brad Grant, Blaine Pakerson, Samuel Richard
Matt Everage, Ray Kiser, Treavor Carriere, Kody Willis
For parishioners who have family members or friends who serve in any branch of the Armed
Forces, please call the office to add names to the prayer list.