The Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time | September 11, 2022

Announcements

SUNDAY OBLIGATION: The general dispensation from the Sunday obligation is hereby abrogated, effective September 6, 2022. Please find a letter here from Bishop Fabbro, CSB addressing the celebration of the Sunday Eucharist. 

TOWNHALL MEETING: Please join Fr. Peter, Deacon Jim and the Campus Ministry Team in the Parish Hall after the 10 AM Mass or after the 5 PM Mass on September 25. We will present some of the findings from our Synod listening sessions and welcome discussion about the mission, vision, and structure of Christ the King University Parish as we move into the future.  

UPCOMING MARRIAGE: Please remember in your prayers the intentions and needs of the following couples preparing to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage:

Katherine Scott and Matthew Conti on October 1, 2022

Nicole Connolly and Luke McCabe on October 15, 2022

WORK STUDY POSITIONS: Are you (or do you know of) a King’s student who would like to earn some extra money while in school? Campus Ministry has three Fall/Winter Work Study positions available. Applications are now open. For more information and to apply here.

COMMUNITY MEAL: We are planning to resume our fellowship meal following the first 5:00 PM Mass as of September 11, 2022. Financial donations are appreciated. Please contact Annette Donovan Panchaud at 519-963-1477. 

REFUGEE UPDATE: 

1. ARRIVAL – On September 16, 2022, Osama and Dima along with their three young children, Mouafak, Reda, and Hala will be landing in Toronto. Please pray for their safe arrival and for good health.  
2. HOUSING – We have been able to secure TEMPORARY but fully furnished housing for them when they arrive so we will be able to welcome them and continue to work on their settlement. We still need to locate PERMANENT affordable housing and would appreciate any leads especially in Westmount / Southwest London where extended family members live. 
3. FINANCIAL SUPPORT – We continue to seek additional funding to support this family. If anyone has or would like to donate bunk-beds for the two boys, this would be helpful but we will not be accepting other furniture donations until we have located permanent housing.

Please contact Deacon Jim or the Campus Ministry office if you are able and willing to assist. 

DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE APPEAL FOR PAKISTAN: Pakistan has been on your hearts and in our prayers. Development and Peace is launching an appeal that will be matched by the Canadian Government dollar for dollar! Donate here.  

Veritas Series for Faith and Culture:

Listening for Truth

The Veritas Lecture Series engages speakers from a variety of backgrounds to explore the depth of human experience and to articulate truth – the fullness of humanity – to which we aspire. The Catholic Intellectual Tradition welcomes and embraces this exploration as a participation in the common good that enhances the world we inhabit.

This year, we listen for “A Still Small Voice” or “a sound of sheer silence”; those moments when we perceive truth and the presence of something greater that unites rather than divides. In a polarized world, the loudest voices are not always the most truthful voices. And often, in the most challenging times, a simple, truthful voice can emerge. Our speakers this year will guide us in listening and thinking about the ways we inhabit our world and build communities of mutual respect and understanding. 

Our next speaker is Chief Cadmus Delorme, whose lecture is entitled, " Truth and Reconciliation: What We Inherited, and Actions We all Must Take." This will take place on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 7:00 pm in the Kenny Theatre. To register for this lecture click here.

For more information and livestream links, go to https://www.kings.uwo.ca/veritas. 

Ongoing Programming

Prayer with the Songs of Taizé

Resumes on Monday, September 12, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in Christ the King Chapel at King's University College. The 45-minute prayer consists of meditative chants, scripture, intercessions, and moments of rich silence in candlelight before the icon of the cross. The prayer originates from the Christian ecumenical monastic community of Taizé, a tiny village in eastern France. You are warmly invited to take part in this beautiful prayer experience, especially if it is your first time. This prayer takes once a month and the schedule can be found here.

Parish Choir welcomes new members

Do you love to sing and wish to use your talents to serve our worshipping community? We would love to hear from you! The parish choir is getting set to return to service after a summer break. No audition required. All that is needed is your musical gift and willingness to commit to regular attendance at Wednesday evening rehearsals and on Sunday mornings. Come and sit in on a rehearsal to try it out. Contact Janet Loo for more information. Those with experience playing musical instruments are also welcome to contact Janet.

The Student Development & Peace Group

The Student Development and Peace Group at King’s University College is revving up for another year! If you are interested in engaging in meaningful conversation about issues of social justice, understanding how we can effect change in the world today, making a difference in people’s lives, and building community, please contact Annette Donovan Panchaud to get involved.

Student Bible Study: Homily Helpers

Prepare for Mass, listen to how God is speaking to you, and perhaps even contribute to Sunday’s homily! Meet with other students, Fr. Peter or Deacon Jim, and Annette to reflect on scripture for the upcoming Sunday. We will meet at the Student Life Centre at King's on Tuesdays from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM, or Fridays from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Meet by the café and we will buy you coffee and then head upstairs to KC 218. Choose one day, or come to both! Begins Tuesday, September 27, 2022. We look forward to seeing you there! For more information contact Annette Donovan Panchaud.

St. Joe's Café

(Formally the St. Joseph's Hospitality Centre)

We begin our outreach ministry at the St. Joe's Café on the second Saturday of each month beginning October 8, 2022. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Annette Donovan Panchaud.

Financial Support Appreciated

FAITH IN ACTION - There are many ways to give – time, talent, and treasure.  All are important. Please take a moment to consider your financial support for Campus Ministry and Christ the King University Parish. As a community of disciples, we want to be a place where welcome becomes community, where worship becomes action, and where witness becomes evangelization. Your active participation gives shape to that mission. Your financial support helps us to grow that mission and extend our outreach to those with material needs.  

Please consider making a financial contribution online. Click here to set up your donation. Your donations can be directed towards either the “Refugee Sponsorship Program” or “Christ the King University Parish.” If you would like to further target your donation, you can note that in the comments.  If you require assistance, please contact Lisa Caeiro.

Jim Panchaud

Director of Campus Ministry (Deacon)

jim.panchaud@kings.uwo.ca

Lisa Caeiro

Administrative Assistant

lisa.caeiro@kings.uwo.ca

Annette Donovan Panchaud

Liturgical/Outreach

annette.donovanpanchaud@kings.uwo.ca

Janet Loo

Music/Taizé

janet.loo@kings.uwo.ca

Father Peter Amszej

Priest/Chaplain

peter.amszej@kings.uwo.ca

Maija Wilson

Sacramental/Youth

maija.wilson@kings.uwo.ca

Lauren Martin

Work Study