Happenings

In an attempt to try to be more inclusive of those who are afflicted with Celiac Spruce disease or some form of gluten intolerance, low-gluten hosts are available at the Sunday Masses. These hosts are not gluten- free, though the level is extremely low (less than twenty parts per million [<20 ppm]) and are therefore in strict adherence to Canon Law.

If you are intolerant of gluten and would like to receive one of these hosts, the priest will have them available in his ciborium. Get into his line at the Communion procession and indicate this fact when you receive. The hosts are placed in a special container to help minimize cross contamination.

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In the spirit of giving during this holy season, we will be collecting items to help the poor who are served by these three charitable organizations that help men, women, children and families in crisis in the Greater Milwaukee Area. We ask that you once again support this mission by picking up an ornament/s on the Advent Giving trees located at either entrance to the church starting the weekend of December 1/2.  Each ornament lists the organization and the specific items that they need. You may choose any or all of the items listed on the ornament. 

Drop off your gifts (unwrapped) on December 1/2, 8/9, 15/16 and 22/23. 

Please donate NEW items:

• Bundle: Bath towel, hand towel, washcloth, and bar of soap
• Dental Bundle: Toothpaste, toothbrush, mouthwash, and dental floss
• Stationary Bundle: Notecards with env., #10 business env., lined pad of writing paper and “Forever” stamps
• Family Fun Bundle: Board fame, 2 decks of cards, box of microwave popcorn
• Baby Bundles for Pregnant Support Clients:
• Baby clothes, baby toys • Baby wipes, baby lotion, shampoo • Diapers (Any size)
• Gift Cards:  $25 Pick N’ Save grocery grocery cards, Target, Walgreens, or CVS

• Bedding: single and double sheets, mattress pads, blankets, and pillows
• All sizes: Children’s winter jackets, hats, mittens, scarves, and boots

• For Older Children and Teens: sleepwear, diary or journal, markers, colored pencils, age appropriate book, baseball hat, jewelry or accessories, socks and underwear (all sizes)
• For Younger Children: cuddly stuffed animals, sleepwear, children’s blankets, games/toys/puzzles, coloring books, crayons and drawing paper, socks and underwear, night light, age appropriate books (all sizes)

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Vespers, also called Evening Prayer, is part of the Liturgy of the Hours, also known as the Divine Office. In the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church fulfills Jesus’ command to “pray always” (Luke 18:1). Through this prayer, the people of God sanctify the day by continual praise of God and prayers of intercession for the needs of the world.

The Liturgy of the Hours includes several specified times of prayer. The most important times, called the “hinge hours,” are Morning Prayer (which takes place upon rising) and Evening Prayer (which takes place as dusk begins to fall).

Bishops, priests, deacons, and many men and women in consecrated life pray the Liturgy of the Hours each day. Their work is organized around this prayer, keeping God always at the center of their days. Lay people are encouraged to pray the Liturgy of the Hours as well, especially Morning and Evening Prayer.

Evening Prayer gives thanks for the day just past and makes an evening sacrifice of praise to God.

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At Christmas Masses this year we will continue a beautiful tradition of offering a Christmas gift to all who attend. We will be handing out Matthew Kelly’s book “The Biggest Lie in the History of Christianity - How Modern Culture is Robbing Billions of People of Happiness”. We offer this gift as a thank you to our parishioners and visitors who come to Christmas Mass, and to provide easily digestible materials to help evangelize through the beauty of the Church.

This gift takes some effort. We ask you to consider a few dollars as a donation to help us evangelize in this way. Give a donation to the parish and indicate “Book giveaway” in the memo line so that we may allocate your donation properly.

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Stop by the Parish Office to purchase a packet of Oplatek and take part in this old European tradition. The story of this tradition is on the packet. Each packet is $2.00.

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Consider joining our Christ King Adult Choir for Christmas Morning. Many of our regular singers have family commitments out of town this year and we could use some voices. We are hosting the UWM Graduate Brass Quintet at the 9:30 am Mass on December 25. There is only one rehearsal in church on Thursday, December 20 from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm. Make our holiday special this year by sharing your gift of music with our community Christmas morning. Please contact Bill Lieven for more information. 414-258-2604 ext. 27 or EMAIL.

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• Christmas Vigil: Monday, Dec. 24, 4:30PM
• Christmas Mass at Night: Monday, Dec. 24, 10:30PM
• Christmas Mass at Dawn: Tuesday, Dec. 25, 9:30AM

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If you’d like to make a memorial for Christmas Flowers, you can use the special weekly envelope, write your name on the slip or simply drop off a check at the Parish Office.

Money collected will be used to purchase flowers and other decorations that will be used during the Christmas season and throughout the year. Remember to print clearly, indicating the name(s) of those for whom the memorial or blessing is intended.

Please turn in memorials by December 25th (at the Rectory or in the collection basket) in order to have names published in the bulletin.

Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Thank You!

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Join us in Clairvaux Hall (enter through school doors on Wauwatosa Ave) as we view and discuss our next topic: Bishop Barron's Catholicism Series - The Catholic Faith as You've Never Seen it Before. For the first time, in breathtaking and high-definition cinematography, the truth, goodness, and beauty of Catholicism are illustrated in a multimedia experience. Journey with Bishop Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 16 countries. Learn what Catholics believe and why. Discover the full meaning of the faith.

Thursday, December 27, 8-9:30PM (Episode 1: "Amazed and Afraid"; 50 minutes). All future gatherings to be determined.

This is a 10-part series, each 1 hour long. There will be drinks and nibbles provided. No preparation required. If you are unavailable on the 27th, send an EMAIL to remain informed of future viewings.

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Looking for an extra special gift to give this Christmas season? Why not give the gift of life and donate blood at Dick's 20th blood drive, sponsored by Wauwatosa Catholic school! It will be held in the cafeteria at St. Pius on Saturday , December 29th from 8 AM until 1 PM.

Please go ONLINE  to make an appointment or call 877- 232-4376 or Mary at 414- 915-4147. A pancake and sausage breakfast will be served to all and every attempting donor will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. Thank you so much for your continued support!

Thank you!

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At this time of year do you get unsolicited calendars in the mail that you don't want?

The VA Hospital could use those calendars to help the Vets remember their appointments. Please send any unwanted 2019 calendars to school or the Parish Office. These calendars will then be delivered to the VA Hospital.

This collection will be going on until mid-January. We collected over 1000 calendars last year, so let's see if we can beat that amount this year! Thanks for all your help on behalf of our Vets!

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Applications for the Lawrence G. and Aurelia M. Frank Scholarships are due January 15, 2019. Scholarships of up to $1,000 for the 2019/20 school year will be awarded to the Catholic High School in the name of children of active parishioners of Christ King Congregation. Applications can be picked up at the Parish Office. Those who were awarded scholarships last year must re-apply to be considered for this year’s award.

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Now through December, you’ll see “Ticket Trees” at the church entrances – 91st Street and Swan Blvd. and the school office. These provide a great way for all parishioners to easily donate to our upcoming Parish Auction.

Simply grab a ticket, purchase the gift card listed, and drop it off at the Parish Office. Please consider donating. These gift cards support the Auction in many ways – from silent auction baskets to decorations, and so much more

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Parish Collaborative is providing A Meal for Guest House Shelter for Men on Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019
from 5:00 to 7:00 PM

The Guest House currently provides shelter for 86 adult men. It is the largest publicly funded emergency shelter in Milwaukee.

We need volunteers to donate or prepare food and or serve for this one-night commitment.
We are planning a "comfort meal" of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and vegetables.

This is an opportunity to help others as a Parish Collaborative family.

If you are interested in donating food, money or your time, please EMAIL Linda Swiderski or EMAIL Tony Burkart for specifics.

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Men of Christ King Parish have been playing basketball on Sunday nights for many years, and we are "tipping off" our new season. Simply show up at the gym at 7:30pm on most any Sunday. You may come as often or as little as you wish, and players of all skill levels are welcome. Just bring a white and a dark t-shirt, gym shoes (not your street shoes) and a good attitude. All we'll ask is that you have fun plus consider a donation to Christ King. For more details, EMAIL John Horky at thehorkys@mac.com.

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SPRED (Special Religious Development) Our SPRED program is in need of catechists. Training is provided and you will always be in a group setting with the support of the entire group. Please consider joining this very important and special ministry! If interested or to find out more about the program, or if you know of any child or adult who could benefit from SPRED, please EMAIL Eileen Wingenter.

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Aluminium Pull Tabs Collection! An On-Going Outreach! 

Little things mean a lot… Saving pull tabs is easy! They’re compact with a high concentration of recyclable aluminum. Since 2000, recycling little aluminum tabs from the tops of cans have generated nearly $270,000 for the Wauwatosa’s Ronald McDonald House. Revenue from recycling these little bits of aluminum helps provide a “home away from home” for families whose seriously ill children are undergoing medical treatment in the Milwaukee area.  

Here’s how you can help… 

Collect pull tabs from aluminium cans, such as from cans of soda, all year round. When you have a bunch, bring them to the Christ King Rectory or School Office whenever you want. Spread the word to your family, friends, classmates and co-workers and bring theirs in as well! 

To learn more aboat the Ronald McDonald House please go to rmhcmilwaukee.org 

It’s an easy and simple way to support the Ronald McDonald House and help these families, especially during a very difficult time for them and their child! 

Thanks you! 

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We currently have a few open positions on our Athletic Committee:

• Volleyball Tournament Coordinator
• Track & Field Coordinator
• Gym Set-up/TakeDown

If you are interested in learning more about these positions, please contact Ken Hemauer, our Athletic Board Director.

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Several years ago I asked the parish to commit to a multi-year project to include connected WIFI coverage across the entire campus. We have completed the last stage now in improved coverage in the parish center and the church itself. Once you save the information, you can walk from one end of the building to the other and stay connected to the same system. I encourage the healthy use of electronics, even in church, when they are used to help pray, to read the readings ahead of time, or to communicate with those who ought be with you at Mass. 

If you want to use our WIFI network, connect to “GUESTS” and use the password: “ckguest06”. Thanks, as always, to your dollars in the collection basket that help us improve what we can offer as a parish.

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Do you have a story or reflection (short or long) you'd like to share about how CK (or a person or an event or an experience) has helped to strengthen your faith or deepen your love or increase your involvement? If so, we'd love hear about it and share it with others! Visit our Why CK webpage or email Laura Shears, Communications Coordinator.

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Christ King Church is open for personal prayer:

• Monday - Wednesday: 6:30am - 8:30pm.
• Thursday & Friday: 6:00am - 8:30pm
• Saturdays: 9:00am to 5:30pm
• Sundays: 7:30am to Noon.

Stop by before or after work. Come during lunch. Bring the family after dinner.

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Our Wellness Nurse offers a wellness clinic once a month for parishioners of St. Bernard and Christ King. She is sponsored by St. Camillus Home Health Services and her services are complimentary to parishioners on the first Monday of the month from 8:30 to 9:30 AM in the hospitality room in the back of STB church. Through education, counseling, visits, health screenings, referrals and advocacy, the Wellness Nurse will assist parishioners in leading a healthier lifestyle. Some of the services provided include: health screenings (i.e. blood pressure checks), health edu- cation, medication management, community resource coor- dinator and health related presentations. 

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Archdiocesan parishes and schools are encouraged to use this Photography Consent Form to obtain permission to use a photograph of an individual for use on a web or social media site or in printed materials.

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