BLESSED SACRAMENT. Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. November 20, Parish Vision Statement

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1 BLESSED SACRAMENT 2116 HOLLISTER AVENU E MADISON, WI Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe We are grateful for you, our parish family! Parish Vision Statement To be a flourishing faith community, with all parishioners engaged in transforming Parish Mission Statement Blessed Sacrament Parish forms and nurtures active disciples of Christ, who love God and lives through evangelization and discipleship. neighbor, through the Dominican pillars of Community, Study, Prayer, and Ministry. Weekly Mass Times Monday and Friday: only Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00 & Saturday: ; 5:00 PM Vigil Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, and 11:00 AM (Incense may be used) Sacrament of Reconciliation Sundays 7:00 to 7:30 AM; 10:15 to 10:45 AM Saturdays 9:00 to 10:00 AM; 4:15 to 4:45 PM And by appointment with a priest.

2 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Brother Edward, OP Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King This Sunday is the feast of Christ the King and the final Sunday of Ordinary time. This is a rather young feast in the Church, it was instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925 in his encyclical letter Quas Primas. At that time Europe witnessed the rise of dictatorships that denied the role of faith in the public sector. These dictators often attempted to assert authority over the Church, especially regarding the formation of youth. He wrote that he hoped that the feast would give the faithful strength and courage to let Christ govern their hearts, minds and bodies. (#33) He was most alarmed that many Catholics supported the extreme nationalism that was part of these ideologies. The Second World War ended the power of these dictators but the idea of a totally secular state is an idea that finds expression in various forms even today. When political leaders disregard the religious values of citizens it creates a distrust in their authority. The idea that God is the supreme authority and that all human expressions of authority are subject to him is often viewed as archaic by these leaders. Jesus knew the oppressive nature of secular kings, and in contrast to them, he connected his role as king to humble service, and commanded his followers to be servants as well. (Mark 10:42-45) Christ is the king that gives us true freedom. In other passages of the Scripture, his kingdom is tied to his suffering and death. While Christ is coming to judge the nations, his teachings spell out a kingdom of justice and judgment balanced with radical love, mercy, peace and forgiveness. When we celebrate Christ as King, we are not celebrating an oppressive ruler, but one willing to die for humanity. He instructs us to pray for the coming of the kingdom and that God will be done on earth as it is in heaven. These words point to our mission in the world. As Catholic we believe that our earthly endeavors have a connection to the establishment of God s kingdom. While the fullness of his kingdom will not occur through human activity, it does not diminish the importance of our daily efforts. When we infuse our lives with love, justice and peace we know that the God s will is mysteriously present. When we recognized the universal dignity of all it is a foreshadowing in some way of the age to come. Christ s kingship makes the better ordering of society a vital concern for all Christians. All our efforts, even if less than perfect, will find perfection when the Lord comes. This great feast of the Church that ends Ordinary time is a call to take each moment of our life seriously as we await its fullness on the last day. Join us for our Annual Advent Welcome Festival Sunday, November 27 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Gather with your parish family in the Friary on Sunday morning and create an Advent Wreath while enjoying special treats to welcome the beginning of Advent. Metal bases, fresh greens, decorations, and candles will be available for purchase. You can also bring your own base to decorate fresh for this Advent season. Metal wreath base, candles, & decorations = $15.00 Candles & decorations = $10.00 Decorations only = $5.00 Candles only = $5.00 The Christmas Star from Afar book will be available for purchase. This annual parish-wide event is sponsored by the Blessed Sacrament School Association of Parents & Teachers.

3 Happy Thanksgiving! Operation Christmas Children The entire school worked together in their FAITH Friends Groups last week to create 33 boxes of school supplies, personal hygiene items, and fun toys! The giving spirit was amazing as the boxes were carefully filled for boys and girls who would otherwise not have a gift to open on Christmas morning! A Note from the piano of Matt Regner Now that the sound system has been in place for a few weeks, I hope that everyone feels as satisfied with the upgrade as I do. Who knew that St. Paul could speak so clearly! As for the fundraiser, we have raised about $13,000 (34%) of our $40,000 goal. If you remember the announcement, however, I had earmarked $10,000 to pay for string and brass players on a more regular basis. So, of the $30,000 we needed for the sound system and signs, we have raised 43% in one month! With Thanksgiving coming up this week, I continue to reflect on your generosity, which has enabled all of us to hear the Word of God more clearly and raise our voices in more joyful praise of our Eternal Father. Thank you! Christmas Tree decorating is being offered by our Youth Ministry Teens for senior parishioners who need a little extra help! Please contact J. Gregory at , x-134 or via at jgregory@blsacrament.org by Friday, December 2nd to be added to the elves to-do list! Attention High Teens! Our weekly Bible Study will begin in December - Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. Also coming up in December Our Christmas Movie Night with a Hot Cocoa Bar and decorating Christmas trees for our home bound seniors of our parish! Hey 7th and 8th graders - mark your calendars for the next inter-parish Jr. High event - Rocky s Christmas Party Friday, December 2nd. Only $15.00 per person! More info is coming soon - check the website! Check out our website for lots of upcoming service opportunities! All 7th and 8th graders are welcome to come to our Youth Center on Friday Nights from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for our EDGE Jr. High Youth Ministry!

4 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Mass Intentions + indicates the person is deceased Saturday, November 19, 2016 Living & Deceased members of the Schroeckenthaler & Schaff Families 5:00 PM + Lorena Zuelke Sunday, ~ Christ the King 7:30 AM Our Parish Family 9:00 AM + Dennis Pandl 11:00 AM + Jeanette Denu Monday, November 21, 2016 ~ Presentation of BV Mary The Pitot Family Tuesday, November 22, 2016 ~ St. Cecelia 7:00 AM Charles Matikiewicz + Charlie O Brien Wednesday, November 23, :00 AM + Helen Bergan + Ann Louise Baum ~ Kari Heggaman s Mom Thursday, November 24, 2016 ~ Thanksgiving Day Cahill & Coughlin Families Friday, November 25, Irene Malnor Saturday, November 26, Milton & + Louise Hartman & son + Dennis 5:00 PM + Lawrence Corkery Sunday, November 27, 2016 ~ First Sunday of Advent 7:30 AM + Jean Chryst 9:00 AM + Dennis Pandl ~ Kathy O Connor s Brother 11:00 AM Our Parish Family Thanksgiving Day Mass will be celebrated at! Please pray for all those who are ill, especially: Alijai, Dan Brigham, Marlene Favicchio, Alexander Kotloski, George Leydon, Tom Murphy, Julie Pitot, David Stiennon, Kurt Welton, and Dave Wirka Readings for the Week of Sunday: 2 Samuel 5:1-3/ PS 122:1-5/ Col 1:12-20/ L 23:35-43 Monday: Rev 14:1-3, 4b-5/ PS 24:1-6/ Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Rev 14:14-19/ Ps 96:10-13/ Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Rev 15:1-4/ Ps 98:1-3ab,7-9/ Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rev 18:1-2,21-23,19:1-3,9/Ps 100:1b-5/ Lk 21:20-28 Friday: Rev 20:1-4,11-21:2/Ps 84:3-6a,8a/ Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Rev 22:1-7/Ps 95:1-7ab/ Lk 21:34-36 Next Sunday: Isaiah 2:1-5/ PS122:1-9/ Rom 13:11-14// Mat 24:37-44 Parish Events Week of Sunday, 7:00-7:30 AM CONFESSIONS ~ Church 8:30-12:30 AM Family Fun Day ~ Friary 10:15-10:45 AM CONFESSIONS ~ Church Monday, November 21, :15-10:45 AM Divine Mercy Retreat ~ St. Dominic Room 3:15-5:00 PM Webelos Den Meeting ~ Gym 6:00-8:00 PM Bell Choir Practice ~ Bell Choir Room 7:00-9:00 PM WOW Group ~ Lower Youth Room 7:00-8:30 PM Gospel Faith Sharing Group ~ Rose of Lima Rm Tuesday, November 22, :00-9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet ~ Church 1:30-2:45 PM Bible Study: Parables ~ PC Dining Room 7:00-8:30 PM Boy Scout Troop 16 ~ Friary 7:00-8:15 PM Closing of the Year of Mercy Talk ~ Church 7:30-9:00 PM Men s Faith Sharing Group~ Lower Youth room Wednesday, November 23, :15- Divine Mercy Chaplet ~ Church 9:00 AM Rosary in Church 10:30-11:30 AM Thanksgiving Liturgy (School) ~ Church Thursday, November 24, 2016 Thanksgiving Day Mass Friday, November 25, :00-9:15 AM Divine Mercy Chaplet ~ Church Saturday, November 26, :00-10:00AM Confessions/Holy Hour of Adoration 4:15-4:45 PM CONFESSIONS Church 4:30-6:30 PM Angel Tree Project ~ Back of Church Sunday, November 27, 2016 ~ First Sunday of Advent 7:00 AM-12:30 PM Angel Tree project ~ Back of Church 10:00 AM-12:30 PM Advent Wreath Making Festival ~ Friary 12:15-4:00 PM Eagle Scout Court of Honor ~ Church & Friary 7:30-8:30 PM Waiting in Joyful Hope Silent Contemplation St. Dominic Room Liturgical Year A and Advent begins next week on Sunday, November 27! "Many thanks to the group of industrious parishioners and the Rosary Altar Society who worked so hard in cleaning the church last week.

5 Closing of the Year of Mercy Talk Fr. Simon Felix, O.P. Tuesday, November 22nd the Church 7:00 to 8:15 PM Bring your Bible and meditate on merciful living! Family Movie and Pizza Night Saturday ~ December 3rd after the 5:00 PM Mass. The Movie is "The Perfect Gift" Please join other families in the Friary for food and fun. Bring your little ones too! We will have babysitting available. Snacks to share are appreciated if you can. This is a great way for young families to hang out and enjoy a good film and some delicious pizza together! What could be more fun!! Watch The Perfect Gift Trailer at Waiting in Joyful Hope Advent Prayer Group SUNDAYS Nov. 27 to Dec. 18th Enter into the silence of the Advent season, by joining our prayer group. We will practice 20 minutes of silent contemplation followed by a 10 minute discussion of contemplative prayer, and conclude with 20 minutes more of silent contemplation. No experience necessary. Eagle Scout Court of Honor In Guatemala there is a statue of Christ purposefully missing a hand as a reminder that we are the hands of Christ in the world helping our brothers and sisters. Every year at Blessed Sacrament, we have the opportunity to serve our imprisoned brothers and sisters through Angel Tree by providing Christmas gifts to their children. th rd th On the weekends of Nov. 26th/27 and Dec. 3 /4, select an angel gift tag with the gift wish of a child. Purchase the gift ($15-25), wrap it, and return it to church no later than Sunday, Dec. 11th by 11 am. It s important that the gifts be returned on time since the deliveries will be made to the families in the early afternoon on Dec. 11th. Monetary donations are also accepted. Others ways to get involved with this ministry include: Register Gifts before and after masses... contact Sue Grady at or grades5@yahoo.com Gift Delivery on Sunday, Dec. 11th ~ contact Jane McMurray at , or janemcmurray@yahoo.com Write Christmas cards to the prisoners on Sunday, Dec.11th ~ contact Pat Ball at or bolnball@gmail.com. This unique program gives you an opportunity to share God's love by helping to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the families of prisoners. Thank you for your support! Save the Date! BOY SCOUT TROOP 16 NEWS St. Nicholas Day Celebration Tom O Shea and Will Omohundro are the latest members of Blessed Sacrament Boy Scout Troop 16 to earn the important distinction of Eagle Scout Boy Scouting s highest rank. Nationally, only about 4% of Scouts earn this rank. Congratulations to Tom and Will on their achievement! The Troop will hold an Eagle Scout Court of Honor at Blessed Sacrament Church on Sunday, November 2:00 PM including presentation of their Eagle Scout medals. A reception will be held in the Assembly Hall immediately following the ceremony. Boy Scout Troop 16 has been continuously sponsored by Blessed Sacrament Parish since Sunday, December 4th ~ Friary