Today let us reflect on Jesus Christ as the King of the Universe and the King of our lives.
We would like to have a Senior Women Reflection Group during Advent. If you are interested please fill out one of the surveys near the Bulletin.
The Parochial Council is in the process of reorganization. We are looking for new members. The Council usually meets the second Sunday of the month at 12:15 PM in the foyer to discuss the happenings in the parish and to suggest new ideas. The Council advises me in all matters dealing with the parish. If you are interested in participating in the Council or have questions about it, please see me or one of the Council members, who are listed on the front of this Bulletin or just come to the next meeting. Next meeting: Dec. 8 at 12:30 PM
Today is the last Sunday of the Liturgical Year. We celebrate Jesus Christ as King of the Universe. Our readings give us a real contrast in being a king. In the first reading we see David becoming king of all the Jews. He is a warrior king. In the Gospel we see Jesus on the cross, dying as the Prince of Peace. He tells the good thief that they will be together in heaven that very day. We also know he forgave those who crucified him. We have been set free by the blood of the Lamb.
Our second reading tells us how great Jesus is. St. Paul tells us: “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For in him were created all things.” That includes us. The King of the Universe makes “peace by the blood of his cross.”
Let us continue to pray for peace in the world. Let us also pray for vocations to the church. Let us pray for the sick of the parish. Let us pray that all will come to respect life. Let us pray for one another and for the canonization of Father Tolton. Let us also pray for those who are victims of sexual abuse and mass shootings.
A Venerable Father Tolton Prayer: Father in Heaven, the Venerable Father Tolton’s suffering service sheds light upon our sorrows; we see them through the prism of your Son’s passion and death. If it be your Will, O God, glorify your servant Father Tolton, by granting the favor I now request through his intercession (mention your request) so that all may know the goodness of this priest whose memory looms large in the Church he loved. Complete what you have begun in us that we might work for the fulfillment of your kingdom. Not to us the glory, but glory to you O God, through Jesus Christ, your Son and our Lord; Father, Son and Holy Spirit, you are our God, living and reigning forever and ever. Amen.