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Upcoming Sunday Readings:
Readings for Sunday, May 30 - Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Readings for Sunday, June 6 - Solemnity of the Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ
Message from Fr. Rey
Brothers and Sisters,
Saint Theresa of Avila, in chapter 34 of her book, The Way of Perfection, tells us, "that when she heard people say they wished they had lived when Christ walked on this earth, she would smile to herself, for she knew that we have Him as truly with us in the Most Holy Sacrament as people had Him then, and wonder what more they could possibly want." How blessed we are to have Jesus with us every day!
As we approach the celebration of our Parish Feast Day - the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ, we are sharing with you many ways to increase your faith in Jesus. The Real Presence of Jesus in Holy Eucharist is "the source and summit" of our faith. If we do not believe this, then our faith is in vain! In this e-newsletter alone, we share with you the opportunities for a Corpus Christi novena, reading Bishop Olmsted's apostolic exhortation, watching a video study series, and participating in adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament in our chapel. Our parish is indeed centered around Jesus!
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support of our parish and staff as we continue to modify mask and physical distancing protocols at our Masses and other events. We spend much time in prayer and discussion, desiring to do what is best for our parish family! As we head into summer, we still have a few events happening: VBS for the kids, an EPIC Bible Study for adults, and Steubenville West for the teens - and then we are ready to roll out the red carpet for parish activities this fall! We look forward to many opportunities to gather as a family of families!
Be Healthy, Be Smart, Be Holy!
Be Happy!
Fr. Rey
Updates on mask & distancing protocols at Mass
Daily Mass: Masks optional
Saturday 4 pm: Masks optional
Sunday 7 am: Masks optional
Sunday 8:30 am: Masks required
Sunday 10:30 am: Masks optional
Sunday 5 pm: Masks optional
Pray a Corpus Christi Novena with Us!
We’d like to invite you to join us in praying the Corpus Christi Novena, beginning Friday, May 28 through Saturday, June 5. We’ll be praying in a particular way for a renewed devotion to the Holy Eucharist!
Sign up for Daily Novena Emails and you'll receive:
- Novena prayers emailed each morning so you won't forget!
- A special video on June 3 from Dr. Edward Sri celebrating the history and importance of the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.
Veneremur Cernui
Down in Adoration Falling
In language both practical and, at times, poetic, Bishop Olmsted calls upon priests and laity to embrace a deeper love for and understanding of the Eucharist as the source and summit of the Catholic faith.
Another favorite series on Formed!!
Although the Eucharist appears to be simple bread and wine, it is actually the "source and summit" of the Christian life. Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist explores the truth and beauty of Christ's real presence in the Eucharist, from its origins in Sacred Scripture, to its profound role in the life of the Church and her members. It is the crescendo of the entire story of salvation.
Have you signed up for Formed.org yet?
Did you know that the Formed.org app and EWTN app are available for FREE on Roku, Amazon Fire Stick, and Apple TV? If you own one of these devices, you can get all of Formed’s great Catholic resources and EWTN live and on-demand on your TV for free. Just add the apps and get FORMED!
Let's welcome our new parochial vicar:
Father Scott Sperry!
He begins his assignment with us on Tuesday, June 1. Please sign this electronic card for him!
Experience the Real Presence of Jesus!
Anyone is welcome to come spend some time in prayer with Jesus.
The Chapel is OPEN!
After much prayer and consideration, we have decided to have the chapel open 24/7. HOWEVER, Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament will only be exposed during the hours for which we have committed adorers.
Currently, this is Monday at 9:00am through Tuesday at 8:00pm. Then Wednesday through Friday, each day, from 9:00am-8:00pm only.
Returning to perpetual adoration depends on YOU! Please prayerfully consider answering the call of the Holy Spirit to commit to one hour a week with Jesus! Many rich blessings are bestowed on those who regularly adore Jesus, truly present in the Blessed Sacrament.
Prayer Partners are always needed for any hour - please prayerfully consider your call to adore Jesus!
Adorers are urgently needed for the following hour:
Tuesdays at 2am
Day and night, Jesus dwells in the Blessed Sacrament because you are the most important person in the world to Him!
Hear from three of our staff members about the True Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist!
SONSHIP - Noah's Ark
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!
JUNE 14 - 18 8:30am - Noon
VBS is a week-long summer “church camp” tradition here at Corpus Christi. We are proud to offer this special ministry that gives children a safe, fun, and interactive way to learn about our faith and form a life-long friendship with Jesus and other Catholics.
We encourage parents, grandparents, older siblings, and other family members to help make it happen by volunteering as a classroom teacher or aide. No experience necessary and we will help you get a Safe Environment Volunteer clearance.
****VBS Art will be Tues-Thurs June 8, 9, and 10 from 10am-3pm. We welcome middle & high schoolers who love art and/or need service hours. Please call the Children's Faith Formation office at 480.893.1160 or email VBSatCorpusChristi@gmail.com!****
Year of Saint Joseph
"Saint Joseph was a just man, a tireless worker, the upright guardian of those entrusted to his care. May he always guard, protect and enlighten families."
~Saint John Paul the Great
Looking for a summer Bible study?
We’ve got an “EPIC” one for you!
Thursday evenings, June 10 through August 19, we will present a study from Ascension Press: EPIC: Early Church History.
Please register for materials ($28) in the Parish Office or CLICK HERE.
For more information, check our website here, or watch the trailer below!
Are you a high school teen looking for something amazing to do this summer? Well look no further! Imagine a huge gathering of young Catholics from all over the state, with praise and worship, dynamic talks from national speakers, and opportunities to experience the life-changing love of Christ in a church that is alive!
Steubenville West: July 16th to the 18th is coming to the beautiful Doubletree Resort and conference center in Scottsdale, and we are excited to be taking a group of teens and young adults! Open to ALL High Schoolers, including incoming freshmen and 2021 graduated seniors. Parents, sign up your teens! Teens, talk to your parents about going and get your friends to register too! Deadline is June 5 – you don’t want to miss it! Please contact Grace Rivera or click below for more information.
Parish Center Renovations Update!
We have encountered some delays with our architect and contractor, so will not begin construction in May. However, we do expect to begin in June and hope to finish before our programs and events really pick up this fall! Please pray for the timely and successful completion of this project. Thank you!
What is the goal of this project?
The bishops envision: “Through the combined efforts of parishes nationwide, we hope to move closer to the day when every pregnant woman in need knows where to turn for help, and abortion is simply unthinkable.”
HELP REBUILD
St. Joseph's Church!
Corpus Christi has set up a fund for donations through the month of May. Please click the button below to give.
Fr. Reggie from St. Joseph's church is asking for donations to help rebuild their church that burned down 2 years ago.
Click the letter below to learn more.
The Church’s mission continues!
A secure lockbox is available next to the Parish Office door, a container is available inside the church, or feel free to mail in your weekly or monthly donations.
Thank you!
Please consider Online Giving! It’ll help us financially, of course, but it also helps us run a better parish. Electronic gifts are easier to administer, more transparent and more dependable. It’s also safer and healthier for our volunteer money counters. As the Body of Christ - Becoming Disciples, we are called to serve each other in many ways. Let's continue supporting our family of families!
To get started, please click here: ONLINE GIVING and follow the instructions for repeat electronic giving to the Sunday Collection.
However you choose to give, thank you for your continued generosity!
Your support not only makes a difference within our own parish, but also throughout our local community!
How can we pray for you?
We believe it is important to not only specify our prayers, but also to intentionally pray for – to intercede on behalf of – others!
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to add your intentions today!
Requesting a Mass Intention is now available online!
The Mass is the greatest possible prayer of intercession, insofar as it is the perfect offering of Christ to the Father, by making present the Paschal Mystery of his death and resurrection.
Request a Mass for the intentions of a living person or for the repose of the soul of a deceased person.
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