Victoria Strang of the RI Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty will discuss legislative priorities for the upcoming legislative year.

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1 FEATURED INSIDE Do you know someone who would like to know more about becoming Catholic, or completing the sacraments? Find out more about the RCIA program. Page 2 "Let there be light!" The time-honored practice of lighting votive candles in church has made its way to Christ the King! Page 3 Victoria Strang of the RI Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty will discuss legislative priorities for the upcoming legislative year. Page 3 There are many activities planned for our youth, and a family trip to NYC in November. Page 4

2 Mass Intentions Saturday, October 14 5:00 p.m. James and Eileen Donahey Juliette Archambault Sunday, October 15 9:15 a.m. Liz Nayman Jeremiah Nwokeji 11:30 a.m. Suzanne Dubuc Barbara Byrnes Tuesday, October 17 12:00 p.m. Harry Amaral Friday, October 20 12:00 p.m. John Ravo David Walsh Anthony D Ambra Saturday, October 21 5:00 p.m. Bridget Mageau Heather Andersen Peggy Webber Sunday, October 22 8:00 p.m. William Creedon - Mass Schedule Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00, 9:15, and 11:30 a.m. 8:00 p.m. RELIGIOUS FORMATION Contact the Religious Formation office at or Btougas@ctkri.org / glardaro@ctkri.org Class on Sunday, October 15 for PreK - Confirmation Liturgy of the Word This program for grades 1 & 2 begins during the 9:15 a.m. Mass on October 15. The children will be called forward just before the readings and taken by the Liturgy of the Word Team to the Parish Hall. The children and the adult leaders will listen to the same readings that the congregation is hearing in the church and do an activity connected to the reading. They will return to their families at the collection time to participate in the rest of the Mass. No registration is needed. Confirmation & First Communion We have had Parent meetings for both Confirmation and First Communion. Please contact the office if you have not attended a meeting or received your packet. CTK Website: (ctkri.org) has information pertaining to Sunday school, under the Religious Education heading, scroll down and you will find an Information/ Registration tab our Yearly Schedule is there. There is also a tab for First Communion, Reconciliation and Confirmation. Information for parents will be sent out via please let us know if there have been any changes in your . Any cancellations of Sunday school would appear on the website as well as local TV and radio stations. Absences: There are 492 children in the program and record keeping is always a challenge! The Season of colds/coughs /sneezes/ and runny noses is upon us Sports teams have matches, meets and games on Sunday mornings Families have weddings, baptisms and birthday parties in out of state places Please let the Religious Formation office know if your child will not be in class for any reason. You can keep your child up to date if he/she misses a class by referring to the syllabus - which is on a green or yellow printed sheet in your child s book. If you need another copy call us and we will happily provide you with another! BECOMING CATHOLIC RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults The RCIA is a process through which interested adults and young adults are introduced to the Catholic faith and way of life. It is a journey of instruction, reflection, and prayer. The RCIA process is for: Those who have been baptized in another denomination and wish to join the Catholic faith Those who have not been baptized and wish to join the Catholic faith Baptized Catholics who have not yet received First Communion or Confirmation What Can You Do? As Catholic Christians, we are called to be disciples, living and sharing our faith, and spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ in our world. If you know of someone who may be interested, invite him or her to contact us! Meetings are held on Tuesday evenings. Fr. Joe Upton at URI, (college students) or Mrs. Jennifer Marran at Christ the King Parish at

3 May the Lord look with favor on the ancient practice of our Church and the new practice of our parish, and allow the dawn to break for all of the people for whom we light our candles and say our prayers. Amen! Let there be light! Those words call to mind the vision of our Creator who, in the beginning, created the light to break through the formless, cold, dark void. They bring to life the story of Easter morning, when the light of resurrection dawned upon the world, conquering the darkness of sin and death once and for all. When we hear those words, we recall the identity that Jesus gave himself I am the light of the world (John 8:12) and the identity that Jesus has given to us: You are the light of the world (Matthew 5:14). For thousands of years, people of faith have integrated the light of candles into worship. In every Catholic church, a candle burns near the tabernacle where the Eucharist is reserved, signifying that the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus is truly present. There are two candles that burn next to the altar during every Mass: one symbolizes the presence and glory of Christ s humanity; the other symbolizes the presence and glory of his divinity. At baptism, parents are handed a lit candle as they pray that their children will always walk as children of the light, and will keep the flame of faith alive in their hearts. Votive candles are commonplace staples of devotion that are used daily by billions of Christians (including Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholics, Episcopalians, Anglicans, Lutherans, and Methodists) in churches throughout the world. For many people, one of the first actions upon entering a church is lighting a candle and offering a prayer usually a prayer for a particular need, person, or intention. Here at Christ the King, 100 new votive candles have been placed in the tabernacle area. You are welcome to light a candle (as they are available) before or after Mass as you offer a prayer. Parents and catechists are especially encouraged to teach children about the practice of lighting a candle and praying for particular people and needs. When we are in the church, the burning candles will remind us of the many needs that exist in our community, among our brothers and sisters. They also remind us of the need to pray for those people in our own lives whose burdens are heavy those who are walking through the darkness. We pray that Christ will make known to them the light of his presence, healing, and strength. Long after we leave the church, and the lights in the church are turned off, the votive candles will continue to burn in the presence of the Lord. This signifies our desire to remain present to the Lord in prayer even after we depart and go about our daily business. ALTAR SERVER TRAINING We are looking for new altar servers in grades 4 and up to join us in ministry at Christ the King. Altar Servers assist the priest at the 5 p.m., 9:15 and 11:30 a.m. weekend masses. This ministry is a wonderful way for our young people to become engaged in our liturgies and to serve the community. We will have training sessions on October 21: 3-5 p.m. and October 28: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Please contact Heather Skidds if you are interested in becoming a new altar server at hskidds@gmail.com or (401) STEPHEN MINISTRY MESSAGE There are events in our lives that leave us feeling as bereft as if there had been a death. Sometimes, it may even feel that a death might be easier to accept. Kent Krueger wrote, For each of us the sun sets and the sun also rises. Through the grace of our Lord we can endure our own dark night and rise at the dawning of a new day and rejoice. The help of a Stephen Minister can bring a light in that dark night and help bring the dawning of a bright new day. Call Larry Bartley at ( LJBJR@cox.net). Carol Hartley at ( CTK_StephenMinistry@verizon.net) or call the office at for more information. PEACE & JUSTICE NEWS Please join us on Wednesday October 18 at 7:30 p.m. for our monthly Peace and Justice meeting. We will welcome Victoria Strang of the RI Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty, who will discuss legislative priorities for the upcoming legislative year. SNOWBIRDS If you flock south in the winter and receive our budget envelopes, please call Beth in the office with the dates you will be away. QUOTE OF THE WEEK Everything will be redeemed. Everything. - Pope Francis, preaching to pilgrims in St. Peter's Square on Wednesday in a homily that emphasized the need for Christians to persevere and trust in Jesus.

4 SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES MSGR. CLARKE: Sunday, October 22, 12 2 p.m. Monsignor Clarke School is a Catholic school welcoming students of all faiths from 18 months to grade 8. MCS provides educational programs that place emphasis on the spiritual, intellectual physical and aesthetic development of each student. We offer before and after school care to accommodate the busy schedules of our families. Students also have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of after school sports and activities to enrich their educational experience. BISHOP HENDRICKEN HIGH SCHOOL Sunday, October 22 and November 19, 12 3 p.m. Bishop Hendricken is a premiere, boys Catholic college preparatory high school with a rich tradition of attracting gifted scholars, artists and athletes who will become men of character, faith and intellect. Our graduates are accomplished professionals in every industry, and they become lifelong learners and community leaders who give back to our world in a spirit of service and compassion. Information on academics, athletics, and financial aid will be available. Visit to register. ST. MARY ACADEMY-BAY VIEW The Upper School open house is Sunday, October 29 at noon. Upper and Middle school open house is Sunday, November 12 at noon. Middle and Upper School students are selected on the basis of a rigorous entrance examination as well as superior academic achievement. Contact: Eva Mancuso: emancuso@ctkri.org Six Flags New England Fill a hearse food drive. Sunday, October 29: Breadline Ministry / Dave & Busters Friday, November 10 New York City Bus Trip Saturday, November 25: 7 a.m. 11 p.m. The trip is open to all adults and families. The cost is $25 per person round trip. Please make payment with contact information: name, , phone number in an envelope to the Parish offices or in the basket at Mass. Family Movie & Craft Night December 9: 6-9 p.m..

5 Fall Book Discussion Daytime Option Thursdays, October 19 & 26 November 2, 9, 16 & 30 10:30 a.m. in the parish rectory conference room Evening Option Tuesdays, October 31 November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5 & 12 7:00 p.m. in the URI Catholic Center Library Open the Door: A Journey to the True Self. Beloved author and spiritual guide Joyce Rupp explores the rich image of the door as an invitation to growth and awareness. Discovering the many ways that doors are a potent symbol for spiritual growth, she leads readers to search more deeply for their authentic selves in fuller union with God. The book is designed as a six-week process with a reflection for each day of the week. We will discuss one chapter per the six weeks of our meetings. The book is available on Amazon. $10.99 kindle, $18.93 paperback OCTOBER Monday, October 16 7:00 p.m. Parish Council Tuesday, October 17 10:30 a.m. SK Nursing Home 1:30 p.m. Brookdale Nursing Home 6:30 p.m. ALPHA Wednesday, October 18 7:30 p.m. Peace & Justice Thursday, October 19 10:30 a.m. Book Group 6:00 p.m. Youth Choir 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Choir Saturday, October p.m. Altar Server Training Mark your calendars with these dates of our events. More will be added as time goes on. Check the bulletin and our website for updates. October 19, 26: Book Group 10:30 a.m. October 21: 3-5 p.m. Altar Server Training October 25: Bible Study (Gospel of Mark): 1 & 7 p.m. October 28: 11 a.m. 1 p.m., Altar Server Training October 29: 6 Flags Trip, Grades 7 & up October 31: Book Group, 7 p.m. at the Catholic Center November 1: All Saints Day, Mass at 12 & 7 p.m. November 2: All Souls Day Mass/Reception, 7:00 p.m. November 2, 9, 16, 30: Book Group 10:30 a.m. November 7, 14, 21, 28, Book Group, 7 p.m. at the Catholic Center November 4/5: Bethlehem Christian Families, Handcrafted Goods Sale November 12: Parish Appreciation Dinner November 15 & 29: Bible Study (Mark): 1 & 7 p.m. November 16/17: Annual Parish Concert, 7 p.m. November 19: 10 a.m. 1 p.m., Flu Clinic November 23: Thanksgiving Day Mass, 9 a.m. November 25: Bus Trip to NYC, 7 a.m. 10 p.m. November 25/26: Feast of Christ the King /Receptions December 2/3, 9/10: Giving Tree December 5 & 12: Book Group, 7 p.m. at the Catholic Center December 6 & 13: Bible Study (Mark): 1 & 7 p.m. December 8: Feast of Immaculate Conception, Mass at 12 & 7 p.m. December 9: Youth Craft/Movie Night, 6-9 p.m. December 12: Spiritual Life Speaker, 7 p.m. December 16/17: Food Collection December 24: 4 th Sunday of Advent, 8, 9:15, 11:30 a.m. Mass Christmas Eve Mass: 4, and 10 p.m. in Church 4 p.m. at Edwards Hall Christmas Day Mass: 8 and 10 a.m. in Church January 1: 9 & 10:30 a.m. Holy Day Mass Feb. 14: Ash Wednesday, Mass at 7 a.m., 12, 5, 7 p.m. Thursdays of Lent: Book Group, 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m. March 23: Stations of the Cross, 7 p.m. March 24: Youth Group Event, 6-8 p.m. March 29: Holy Thursday, 7 p.m. March 30: Good Friday, Stations, 12 p.m. Passion, 7 p.m. March 31: Easter Vigil, 7:30 p.m. April 1: Easter Egg Hunt following 10:30am Mass April 1: Easter Mass, 7:15, 9, 10:30 a.m. & Noon April 22: Earth Day Clean-up, 1-3 p.m. May 12/13: Mother s Day Baby Shower Collection May 19/20: Pentecost/Receptions

6 Parish Directory Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone: (401) Fax: (401) Religious Formation Office: (401) Rev. Jared Costanza (jaredjcostanza@gmail.com) Pastor Rev. Joseph Creedon (jcreedon@verizon.net) Parish Priest Emeritus Rev. Joseph Upton (fatherupton@gmail.com) Catholic Center Chaplain Jennifer Marran (jmarran@ctkri.org) Pastoral Associate Tom Kendzia (tjkendzia@gmail.com) Director of Music Ministry Heather Skidds (hskidds@gmail.com) Associate Director of Music Ministry Georgann Lardaro (glardaro@ctkri.org) Director of Religious Formation Eva Mancuso (emancuso@ctkri.org) Youth Ministry/Confirmation Beth Hogan (bhogan@ctkri.org) Parish Office Manager Ron Bernier (rbernier@ctkri.org) Fiscal Manager Brenda Tougas (btougas@ctkri.org) Administrative Assistant, Religious Formation Doug Paquin (dpaquinjr@gmail.com) Custodian Mike Mitchell Web site Administrator (ctkri.org) Trustees: Mark Noble & Phil Tracy Auditors: Richard Gervais & Carol Hartley Parish Council (parishcouncil@ctkri.org) URI Catholic Center 90 Chapel Way, Kingston, RI Office: (401) BAPTISM The celebration of baptism takes place either during a weekend Mass or a Sunday afternoon liturgy. Parents should speak to Jennifer Marran to make arrangements. ADULT INITIATION Adults wishing to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and/or Confirmation should speak to Jennifer Marran. CONFIRMATION Eighth graders receive Confirmation in the spring. Please speak to Eva Mancuso for more information. MARRIAGE Engaged couples should speak to Fr. Jared at least nine months prior to the wedding. RECONCILIATION Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please call the parish office to make arrangements. MINISTRY TO THE SICK & HOMEBOUND If you or someone you know is unable to attend Mass and would like to receive Holy Communion regularly, please speak to Jennifer Marran to make arrangements. On the third Tuesday of each month, Mass is celebrated at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center at 10:30 a.m., and at Brookdale South Bay Assisted Living at 1:30 p.m. BIBLE STUDY with Fr. Jared (Gospel of Mark) WEDNESDAYS at 1:00 & 7:00 p.m. October 25, November 15, 29 December 6, 13 BIBLE STUDY (Shared/Group) THURSDAYS at 7:00 p.m. October 19, 26 GODPARENTS & SPONSORS Please see one of the priests for a sponsor form, or visit ctkri.org/sponsor. BELONG TO CHRIST THE KING! Welcome to our growing family of faith! Call the parish office or visit ctkri.org for more information. Doug Carr Custodian

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