November 25, 2012Our Lord Jesus Christ the King [34 or last Sunday in Ordinary Time]th

CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH6300 McKenna Drive, Mobile, Alabama 36608

Email: Church@CorpusChristiParish.com ! Website: www.CorpusChristiParish.com

TELEPHONE NUMBERSParish Office: 342-1852 • Fax 342-6313School Office: 342-5474, ext. 1 • Fax 380-0325Rel. Ed. Office: 342-5474, ext. 7 • Fax 380-0325Preschool Office: 342-2424 • Fax 343-3119Youth Ministry: 342-1852 • Fax 342-6313

PASTORAL STAFFVery Rev. James F. Zoghby, V.F., PastorRev. John S. Boudreaux, Associate PastorDeacon Arthur W. Robbins, DeaconSr. Donna Cooper, R.S.M., Visitation ChaplainMrs. Linda M. Hawkins, Pastoral AssistantMrs. Joan T. McMullen, School PrincipalMrs. Kathleen Q. Jester, Parish Catechetical LeaderMrs. Judi B. Ankiewicz, R.C.I.A. CoordinatorMrs. Colleen DeVoe, Youth Ministry Co-DirectorMrs. Brenda Martens, Youth Ministry Co-DirectorMr. Matthew F. Purvis, Music DirectorMr. Jay H. Henley, Gym Manager

TO REGISTER AS A MEMBER OF THE PARISH

Please fill out a Census Form. Census Forms areavailable in the church vestibule and parish office.

COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS & SERVICES

For rental information and kitchen services, please callthe parish office at 342-1852 or 342-1420.

SUNDAY MASSES

Vigil: 5:30 p.m. SaturdayMorning: 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

WEEKDAY MASSES

6:30 a.m.: Monday through Friday8:15 a.m.: Monday through Saturday

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION

Saturday: 5:00 p.m. and by request, particularlyafter the 6:30 & 8:15 a.m. weekday Masses.

BAPTISM, MARRIAGE, ANOINTING OF SICK

Please call the parish office (342-1852) or informationand scheduling baptism, marriage, anointing of sick.

ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (R.C.I.A.)

Please see published schedule for specific dates andtimes, or call the parish office (342-1852).

SUNDAY SCHOOL (C.C.D.) Grades K–12, Sundaysduring school year, 10:05-10:55 a.m. in school bldgs.

SCHOOL, SACS-accredited for Grades K through 8.For info & registration, please call the school office.

PRESCHOOL, State-licensed for 6-week to 4-yr. olds.For info & registration, please call the preschool office

OUR LORD J ESUS CHRIST THE KING [3 4 or las t Sunday in Ordinary Tim e ]TH

CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL

Open HouseFriday, Dec. 7, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 6, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

All interested parents are invited to tour our SACS-accredited school and meet our faculty and staff. You may also call the school office at 342-5474, ext. 1, to arrange a personal tour at your convenience. We offer many programs that provide a unique learning opportunity for all students.

Daily Religion class ! Weekly Mass ! Elementary andJunior High Resource Program ! Accelerated Reader

Program ! 7th & 8th Grade Latin Elective ! InteractiveBoards in all classrooms ! iPads ! Science Lab ! National

Junior Honor Society ! Scholars’ Bowl Team ! DukeScholars’ Program (52% of current 7 Graders are Duke Scholars) ! th

Corpus Christi News (CCN) ! Computer Club ! Shakespeare-After-School Drama Club ! Green Club ! Running Club ! Scouting ! Elementary Band (5-8) !

School Newspaper & Yearbook ! CYO Sports

Info: www.CorpusChristiParish.com/School or 342-5474, ext. 1.

ADULT RELIGIOUS

EDUCATION (R.C.I.A.)

Continuing Ed. for Catholic and other adults whowant to learn about and/or join the Catholic Church

Classes resume this Wednesday, Nov. 28.Wednesday Nights, 7:00-8:30 in the Adult Education Room

Understanding the Bible: The difference between Catholic and Protestant bibles • The two different creation stories in the book of Genesis • Necessary “tools” for Bible study • Why Catholic bibles don’t have “for thine is the kingdom ...” at the end of the Lord’s Prayer • How to understand the book of Revelation • The real meaning and teaching in the book of Jonah • The different types of literature in the Bible • Handouts for continued Bible study.

Sunday Morning Bible Study8:45 -10:45 a.m. in the school counselor's conference room.Breakfast is served also. We are studying Isaiah.

Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study1:45 - 3:00 p.m., in the Adult Ed. Room. Study of Exodus andComparison to Hollywood Version. Info: Judi Ankiewicz, 344-0321.

Tuesday Night Bible Study7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Conference Room (2 Floor, Community Center).nd

Study of the Acts of the Apostles. Info: Dave Burchette, 367-6660.

Women’s Bible Study — Thursdays9:00-10:45 a.m., Conference Rm (2 Flr), Community Ctr. Penny Claiborne, 776-nd

5850, claiborneps@aol.com or Joanne Donaghey, 554-6753, joannekd@aol.com

Bulletin Deadline: Monday at 12 noon.

Celebrating the 3 Anniversary of Corpus Christi’srd

Men of St. JosephTuesdays, 7 to 8 a.m. in the Family Room

Also Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. in Room 6 (2 Floor)nd

All men are welcome to meet for prayer, reading the Gospel, and discussion.Info: Jim Donaghey, jbd@orthomobile.com or www.MenOfStJoseph.com.

Wed. Evening Info: Walter Bracewell, 599-1650 or walter.bracewell@yahoo.com

Women of MaryWednesdays, 7-8 p.m., in the Family Room

.. All women are welcome to meet for prayer, reading the Gospel, and discussion.Info: Sr. Deborah Kennedy, R.S.M., 316-3960.

That Man is You! Men’s ProgramThursdays, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in “The Parish House”

(Behind our parking lot at the S.E. corner of Evergreen Rd. & McKenna Dr.)Nov. 29: The Death of the West

The Atheistic Western Model • Culture Shaped by Education and Media• Education and Media affect Marriage, Faith and Fertility • Secularizationof Europe as a Case Study • When Men Are Given a Pass, SocietySuffers • JP II’s Warning to the West.Info@paradisusdei.org or 281-974-3541 or Damian Bell, damian@rockbwm.com

Society of St. Vincent de PaulPoor Box, Food, Clothing donations put in the designated places inthe vestibule are distributed by our St. Vincent de Paul Society

To obtain assistance, call 432-5173 and leave name & phone no.Meetings: 1 & 3 Wed., 7 p.m., Com. Ctr. Conf. Rm. (2 Flr.)st rd nd

Knights of ColumbusMeeting: 2 Tues., Dec. 11, 7 p.m., at The Parish House.nd

Contact: Grand Knight, Bob Wheat, 490-9350.

Wednesday Night Dinner5:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Banquet Hall

$9.00 for Adults ! $4.00 for Children (Age 12 & under)

Nov. 28: Chef’s Pasta Station, Liver and Onions, Fried Chicken ! Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Fresh Mixed Greens w/Turnips, Country Green Beans ! Mixed Greens w/Strawberry, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, Broccoli Florets, Mushrooms, Bell pepper, Cheddar and Parmesan Cheese ! Assorted Desserts.

Must RSVP with your name & number in your party: 1. Return an RSVP Card, or 2. Call 342-1288 or 3. Email WedNightDinner@CorpusChristiParish.com

Once a month

3 Sunday 5:30 p.m. Massrd

During the school year (Sept. to May), extra Sunday Mass at Corpus Christi.3 Sundays: Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, Mar.17, Apr. 21, May 19.RD

SUNDAY SCHOOL (CCD)No Classes today, Nov. 25: Thanksgiving holiday. Classesresume next Sunday, Dec. 4 : 10:05-10:55 a.m., in school buildings.

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High School YouthSunday, Dec. 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Join us for our 1 -Sunday-of-the-st

Month meeting during which we will do a special service project,making care packages with letters to our service men and womenoverseas. Freshmen Confirmation Candidates are especiallyurged to attend and get their service hours. We’ll have pizza at6:30 p.m., and then begin preparing our packages. Keep any eyeon your email, and “Like” our Facebook Page for suggestions onwhat you can bring to help with the packages.Sunday, Dec. 16: 5:30 p.m. Mass, followed by Dollar Tree DirtySanta Christmas Party. Bring a $1 item and a snack to share.

Karaoke & Italian Dinner Next Thursday, Nov. 29, from 7:30 to 11:00 p.m. at Gambino Brothers restaurant on Hillcrest Rd. Tickets are limited to 70 because of seating capacity. The $25.00-per-person ticket includes an Italian dinner with salad and two drinks (beer or wine). Tickets are available in the atrium, or call Chris Knight, 610-0829, or the parish office, 342-1852, or e-mail to Chris Knight at chrisknight@fd.org. You don't have to sing to enjoy the event. Sponsored by the choir for the benefit of its Christmas concert.

Children & Adult Singers!#1 Please Help! Only a weekly commitment of no more than 4 hours,and no rule regarding how many weeks you must participate. #2Christmas Concert: Rehearsals in Nov: Adults, Tuesdays 7 p.m. Children, Sundays 4 p.m. Orchestra, Nov 25, 4 p.m. Concert:

Sunday, Dec 2, at 5 p.m. #3 Christmas Eve: 7:30 Mass. Rehearse: Dec 4, 11, 18at 7 p.m. Info: Matthew Purvis at pianoguy36609@aol.com.

Santa BreakfastSaturday, Dec. 1. Seatings at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.Corpus Christi Community Center ~ Conference Room (2 Floor)nd

$10 per person for Breakfast with Santa including Christmascrafts, making reindeer food, and writing letters to Santa.

Pick up a Reservation Form in the church vestibule or at the school office.Sponsored by Corpus Christi School PTO.

Respect LifeRachel’s Vineyard: Nov 30 - Dec 2. Confidential, nonjudgmental retreat for menor women struggling with emotional and spiritual pain of abortion. Info:www.Rachelsvineyard.org, or email rachelsvineyardmobile@gmail.com.Pray for the protection of religious freedom. Info: www.usccb.org/conscience.

Boy Scout Meetings: Nov. 25, No meeting. Dec. 2, 5-6:30 p.m.

Dec. 9, 5-6 p.m. To join Troop 29, or for information, contact Mr. Edgar Maier atedgarmaier@bellsouth.net or 228-935-6315. Also visitwww.troopwebhost.org/Troop29mobile/.

Cub Scout News 12/4 & 12/11 Den Mtgs 6 pm • 12/16 Toys for Tots

Toy Drive Deadline and Pack Christmas Party 12:30 Community Ctr. To join CubScouts or for info: Contact Walter Bracewell, 599-1650, or Mike Martin, 633-5218,or visit ccspack29.scoutlander.com.

Widowed Persons’ Support GroupFor information call parishioner Glen Porter at 666-8977.

Cougars Running Wild — 5K & 1-Mile Fun RunSat., Dec. 8: 5K Race starts at 3 p.m.; the Fun Run around 4 p.m. at Mobile (Langan)Municipal Park. Fun for the whole family with a Kids Activity Area and food sponsoredby Firehouse Subs, Krispy Kreme, Godfather’s Pizza, and the Knights of Columbuswill be cooking hot dogs. Register now before the fee increases. You can registeronline at Active.com or at the parish or school offices. Registration fees until Dec. 6are $15 for adults and $12 for children (15 & under.) The Fun Run registration fee is$10 for all. All registered participants will be eligible for many fantastic door prizesfrom Complete Skin Care Center, Rick’s Sporting Goods, The Shed, McCoy’s, RunN Tri, Zoghby’s , Heros, and many more.

AA — Alanon — OA — CODAAA: Sun., 7 p.m., and Wed., 7 p.m., Cougar Den.

Alanon: Sun., 7 p.m., and Wed., 7 p.m., Arts & Sciences Bldg.OA: Sat., 9 a.m., Arts & Sciences Bldg.

CODA: Tues., 6:45 p.m., Arts & Sciences Bldg.

First Friday Eucharistic Adoration:, Dec. 7, beginning after the8:15 a.m. weekday Mass, and continuing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sign-up sheet is in the vestibule: At least two persons are needed for each hour.

FlowersThe flowers before the altar this weekend

have been placed in memory ofRay Paul Manas

on the 6 anniversary of his death.th

Given by The Manas Family.

Around the Archdiocese: Providence Hospital’s annual

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Thursday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. in the Main Lobby. Purchase lights, at $5 each, in memory of a loved one or as an honorarium by contactingKaren Dixon in the Volunteer Office, 633-1335. Scrolls with the names are displayed inthe lobby during the season. The public is invited. Volunteers needed for The ServiceCenter of Catholic Social Services’ Christmas Angel program. Set-up & distribution ofgifts will be on Dec. 10-13 at Prince of Peace Church during the day. A Xmas grocerydistribution will at The Service Center will be on Dec. 13 & 14 and Dec. 17 & 18, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. Info: Jamie Landry at 434-1510 or email Volunteercoord@mobilecss.org.

FIRST COLLECTION TODAY for tithing offerings.SECOND COLLECTION TODAY for Corpus Christi Building Fund.

COLLECTION TOTALS for Nov. 18 will be in next week’s bulletin.

Thank You and God Bless Youfor your tithes, contributions & bequests to Corpus Christi Church. To make a direct donation of stock, ask your stockbroker, or callSteve Setterstrom at Citigroup Global Mkts. at 470-1060.Receive a detail listing of your contributions by mail, email or fax:Call 342-1852 or email Church@CorpusChristiParish.com

Online Giving With Online Giving you can either make a one-time contribution or set up a recurring automatic withdrawal from a checking or savings or credit card account: Go to www.CorpusChristiParish.com; click “Church”; then click the green Online Giving icon, and follow theinstructions to contribute to the tithing or building fund or special collections.For assistance, call 1-800-348-2886, ext 4, or parish office, 342-1852.

Prayer on the Solemnity of Christ the King

Father, all powerful, God of love, you have raised our Lord Jesus Christ from death to life, resplendent in glory as King of creation.As king he claims dominion over all creation, that he may present to you, his almighty Father, an eternal and universal kingdom: a kingdom of truth and life, a kingdom of holiness and grace, a kingdom of justice, love, and peace.Open our hearts, free all the world to rejoice in his peace,to glory in his justice, to live in his love.Bring all humankind together in Jesus Christ your Son,whose kingdom is with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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Origins of The Advent Wreath Advent traditions reflect a spirit of expectation and, therefore, unfold gradually. Probably the most popular tradition today is the lighting of candles on an AdventWreath in both churches and homes. This custom originated among Lutherans inGermany in the 16 century and quickly became popular in other areas. Alongth

with the Christmas tree, it is probably an example of Christianizing practicespopular from pre-Christian times. There had always been a festival of burningspecial light and fire at the end of November and beginning of December inGermanic lands as the darkness of winter becomes more severe. This traditioncontinued into modern times. In the 1500's it took on a distinct Christiansymbolism as the Advent Wreath, first among Lutherans in eastern Germany andthen among all German Protestants and Catholics. This tradition came to Americawith German immigrants. It was popularized among Catholics with the liturgicalmovement in the 1950's.

The Advent Wreath, which may be of any size, is made of evergreens and is placed on a table or suspended fromthe ceiling. There are four candles - one for each week of Advent. After the wreath is blessed on the first Sunday of Advent, a prayer is prayed and a candle lit. This ceremony repeatson each of the following three Sundays. Light increases, pushing out darkness, with another candle lit until all fourare burning. Wreaths have always been symbolic of victory and glory. The basic symbolism of the Advent wreath goes beyondthis. It lies in the tension between darkness and light. It represents the long time when people lived in spiritualdarkness, waiting for the coming of the Messiah, the light of the world. Each year in Advent people wait once againin darkness for the coming of the Lord, his historical coming in the mystery of Bethlehem, his final coming at the endof time, and his special coming in every moment of grace.From “Catholic Customs and Traditions” by Greg Dues

How To Make An Advent Wreath Begin with a round piece of Styrofoam, available at craft shops. Cut four evenly-spaced holes into which you willplace the four candles. Use three purple or blue candles and one rose candle (for the third Sunday). You may also adda white candle for Christmas. You’ll find it helpful to place the styrofoam circle on a pizza-pan or round cookie sheetcovered with foil so that you can easily move your wreath to and from the table. Place evergreen branches over thestyrofoam. Encourage the children to participate as they are able, by gathering branches, placing candles and so on.

PrayersAround

theAdventWreath

The Season of Adventbegins next Sunday.

You may wish to set-up an Advent Wreath in your home– a meaningful and beautiful way to remember the truemeaning of Christmas as you prepare to celebrate thatwondrous feast. Below are suggested reflections andprayers for the lighting of a candle each week. You mayalso wish to begin with a verse of “O Come, O Come,Emmanuel!” and to conclude with the Our Father.

The First Week of AdventReflection: Stay awake! Be ready! As Advent begins,the liturgy reminds us that we are also preparing forthe coming of Christ at the end of the world. Wecannot know the time of Christ’s coming, so we shouldlive every day remembering that we will each have togive an account of ourselves. The Lord’s comingshould fill us with joyful hope, for on that day weaponsof war and violence will be beat into instruments ofpeace and justice, and the Lord of love shall reign.

Light one candle.

Scripture: “May the Lord make your love for oneanother and for all people grow more and more. In thisway he will strengthen you and you will be perfect andholy... When our Lord Jesus comes” (1Thes. 3:12-13).

Prayer: Jesus, you are the light of the world. Teach usto leave the darkness behind and to live in your light. Help us not to hurt each other by our words andactions. Make us thoughtful and generous so that wecan be ready to greet you when you come.Response: Come, Lord Jesus!

The Second Week of AdventReflection: Prepare the way of the Lord, make straightthe path! We hear the voice of John the Baptist callingus to prepare our hearts to greet the Lord. “Reformyour lives, the reign of God is at hand,” he says. Inother words, straighten out your crooked ways andmake your rough places smooth. You too are a heraldof God’s reign. Make peace, give comfort, be patient. Cry out with your deeds: “Our God is coming! Preparethe way.”

Light two candles.

Scripture: “May God, the source of all patience andencouragement, enable you to live in perfect harmonywith one another according to the spirit of Christ Jesus,so that with one heart and voice you may glorify God”(Romans 15:5-6).

Prayer: Jesus, you are the light of the world. May thefire of your love burn away our sins. May it help us toprepare the way for you by being kind, forgiving and fair.Response: Come, Lord Jesus!

The Third Week of AdventReflection: Rejoice! Here is your God! As the feast ofChristmas draws closer, we are reminded that the Lordis with us even now. Jesus came to give sight to theblind and life to the dead. Christ’s reign is among usthrough our deeds of love and generosity. Let us notgrow weary, but steady our hearts and rejoice, for theLord is close at hand!

Light three candles including the rose-colored one.

Scripture: “Rejoice in the Lord always! I say it again. Rejoice! Everyone should see how unselfish you are. The Lord is near” (Phil 4:4-5).

Prayer: Jesus, you are the light of the world. May yourlight shine brightly so we can see you everywhere. Helpus to spread your light and joy by giving freely andhappily to all we meet.Response: Come, Lord Jesus!

The Fourth Week of AdventReflection: The angel announces to Mary, “You shallbear a son whose name will be Emmanuel,” whichmeans, “God is with us”. With Mary, we are called to beChrist bearers. With her we wonder, “How can this be?” As Christmas draws near, let us open our hearts in trustto the power of the Holy Spirit who comes upon us. Letus join Mary in saying, “Be it done unto me according toyour will.”

Light all four candles.

Scripture: “Blessed are you among women, andblessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus... Blessed isshe who trusted that the Lord’s words to her would befulfilled” (Luke 1:42, 45).

Prayer: Jesus, you are the light of the world. Yet youwere born in the darkness of night, in a cold stable withonly the animals to warm you. Let the light of your loveshine on us so we can see you today in all the helplesschildren, who have no home. Teach us to love you inthem.Response: Come, Lord Jesus!

Corpus Christi Christmas ConcertCombined Adult & Children’s Choirs

and Orchestra

Sunday, Dec. 2, at 6 p.m. in the church

Advent Communal Reconciliation ServiceMonday, Dec. 17, at 7:00 p.m.

Advent Anointing of the SickSat., Dec. 15, at 5:30 p.m. Mass and Sunday, Dec. 16, at 7:00 a.m. Mass.

Christmas Mass ScheduleChristmas Eve, Dec. 24

4:00 p.m.5:30 p.m.7:30 p.m.

Christmas Day, Dec. 257:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

CORPUS CHRISTI’S

Perm a nen t Mem oria lCorpus Christi’s Permanent Memorial is an expressionof gratitude for the generosity of all contributors toCorpus Christi’s Building Fund. The header plate of theMemorial provides a general acknowledgment of allcontributors and all who prayerfully support the buildingup of the Body of Christ here at Corpus Christi. Specific recognition includes levels of one-time orcommutative contributions of $5,000+, $10,000+,$25,000+, $50,000+, $100,000+, $250,000+. TheMemorial is on-going until the debt is retired for CorpusChristi’s completed Master Plan. Contributors maymove from one level of recognition to the next withsubsequent and cumulative contributions.

God bless all who help build up the Body of Christ here at Corpus Christi.

New Additions:

R. Wayne & Carolyn Ackermann[Donors Section,1st row, 2 plate from the right]nd

In Memory OfGeorge A. Smithby Elaine Smith

[Donors Section, 2 row, 6 plate from the right]nd th

May God Continue To ShowerBlessings On The Faithful Of

Corpus Christi Church — P.R.C.[Donors Section, 3 row, 3 plate from the left]rd rd

Mr. & Mrs. James Frantzand HarrisonClass of 2009

[Donors Section, 3 row, 7 plate from the right]rd th

Al & Pauline Hopkinsand their children:

Al II and Natora[Donors Section, 4 row, 9 plate from the left]th th

Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Darlingand Family

[Builders Section, 2 row, 2 plate from the left]nd nd

Avito & Neola De Andradeand their children:

Kevin/Ashley, James, and Mark[Builders Section, 2 row, 4 plate from the left]nd th

George Edward Doyle, Jr.and

Kathleen McGinn Doyle[Builders Section, 2 row, 9 plate from the left]nd th

Andy and Lisa Mecomand their daughters:Sarah and Lindsey

[Builders Section, 2 row, 10 plate from the left]nd th

In Memory ofTERRY W. PORTER

By the J. Glen Porter FamilyMichael, Scott, David, & Leigh

[Builders Section, 3 row, 5 plate from the left]rd th

Charles & Shaleen Freeman[Sponsors Section, 1 row, 6 plate from the left]st th

Dedicated tothe loving memory of

John Q. and Mary W. Kendrickby Pat Kendrick Mugnier

and family[Sponsors Section, 1 row, 8 plate from the left]st th

Glenn & Bea Ishlerand Family

Remembering Dennis.. [Sponsors Section, 2 row, 7 plate from the right]nd th

Dr. & Mrs. Anthony M. GuarinoTheir Children & Grandchildren[Patrons Section, 6 plate from the right]th

Ray and Jeanette WilliamsonIn Thanksgiving For

God’s Blessings[Top Section, 1 plate from the left]st

The Kenny FamilyJoseph, ShannonSara and Tellier

[Top Section, 2 plate from the left]nd