PONDERING

I am still basking in the Spirit of last weekend. On Friday night, we had Bishop Roque with us for Confirmation. Seventy-nine of your young women and men completed their participation in the three sacraments of initiation – Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.

Bishop Roque was an excellent presider. He was gentle with both his homily and his presence. Yes, he is a bishop, but it was clear that he had not lost sight of the fact that he is one of the faithful. Some bishops are better at that than others. He was friendly and supportive before the ceremony; he was himself during the ceremony and he was most gracious at the reception and photo session that followed. It takes a special person to do that. As a military chaplain and then bishop, it was clear that he had been part of a wonderful variety of “local communities” and that he was anxious to respect the unique attributes of our local community.

Those confirmed were obviously well prepared. Georgann Lardaro and her teachers and group discussion leaders did an excellent job. It does not take a genius to figure out that 15- and 16-year-old Catholics are a group that requires special treatment. We are very fortunate to have what I consider the best Confirmation program in the diocese. I want to thank Georgann and her crew for a job well done.

The Confirmation class of 2009 is a wonderful group of emerging Catholics. Some have their doubts; all have their questions. Nevertheless, they all stepped forward and said, “I am ready to profess my faith and my faith commitment at this most difficult time in my life. In some cases I know the struggles that had to be overcome; in other cases I don’t have a clue. I was proud of them one and all. They responded with great enthusiasm. They renewed my confidence that the Church of the future is in good hands. Thank you newly confirmed.

At the reception, I was able to see the signs of relief in the eyes and faces of the parents of the newly confirmed. I can only guess what obstacles had to be overcome for Confirmation to happen in their family. We can have the best program in the diocese but without the cooperation and faith witness of parents all our work would be for naught. Thank you parents for your faith witness, patience and perseverance. You do a great job at what is sometimes an unappreciated role.

Friday’s Confirmation morphed effortlessly into Pentecost weekend where the Spirit touched us all.

MASS INTENTIONS

Saturday, June 6

5:00 p.m. Irma McNally

Sunday, June 7

8:00 a.m. Rev. John O’Brien

Saturday, June 13

5:00 p.m. Lois M. and Lawrence J. Bartley, Sr.

Ed Crowley

Sunday, June 14

8:00 a.m. Betty Ann Kenyon

9:15 a.m. Bruce Catelle

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

The sacrament of Baptism will be celebrated during the 9:15 a.m. liturgy on Sunday, June 14. Two new members will be welcomed into our community of faith. We joyfully announce these children and their parents:

Finnegan Michael Paolino,

son of Michael and Diane Paolino

Joseph John Simoes,

son of Daniel and Shana Simoes

BANNS OF MARRIAGE

Nicolette Daniels and Matthew Andolfo

Claire Steggall and Eavan Murphy

CATHOLIC CHARITY FUND APPEAL

The Catholic Charity Fund Appeal will be wrapping up at the end of June. We still need 111 families/individuals to contribute to reach our goal

of 50% participation. As our first year as co-chairs comes to a conclusion we are so grateful and astounded by those families who have participated. Your generosity in difficult economic times is a testament to our commitment at Christ the King to act on our baptismal vows. If you have not participated yet, it is not too late. Envelopes are at the doors of the church and can be dropped in the collection basket.

Thank you for your prayerful consideration!

Rick and Donna Menard Co-Chairs

THE CATHOLIC COMMUNICATION

CAMPAIGN COLLECTION

The Catholic Communication Campaign Collection (CCC) helps the Diocese spread the Gospel message through different media channels, including locally produced Catholic television programs, the diocesan web site www.dioceseofprovidence.org and free monthly electronic newsletter, supporting the efforts of the diocesan newspaper, the RI Catholic, and providing assistance to parishes, schools and agencies throughout the diocese. Please consider a generous gift to the second collection benefiting the Catholic Communication Campaign at Masses on June 13 & 14. Thank you!

RELIGIOUS FORMATION

PHASE I CONFIRMATION STUDENTS

Students with overdue paperwork – sponsor forms, stewardship logs and homework assignments – must submit it before June 12. Students with incomplete requirements are ineligible for entry into Phase II.

THANK YOU!

Many thanks to Michael Kimmerlein and Corey Nigro for their help in setting up, serving and cleanup for the Confirmation ceremony. A special thank you to Kris Bell and all the Phase I families who baked for this special event.

Dawn Smith, Receptions Chair

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Vacation Bible School is June 29 – July 3 from

9:30 a.m. – noon for children in grades K – 5. The theme is “We are God’s People.” We still need a music person! Call Arlene Reynolds at 789-5116 for more information and registration. Forms are also on the bulletin board.

STEPHEN MINISTRY MESSAGE

Our lives are often filled with many troubles and stresses. A Stephen Minister can offer a listening ear. Set aside some time for yourself to speak with someone who is there just for you. Contact Carol Hartley at 783-4036 (email carolhartley@cox.net), Larry Bartley at 965-7276 (email LJBJR@cox.net), or call the rectory for more information.

ATTENTION ALL FORMER

STEPHEN MINISTERS:

On Saturday, June 13 at the 5 p.m. mass, we will be commissioning a new group of Stephen Ministers. We invite you to attend to give support to these men and women as they formally end their training and begin their ministry. As you remember your own commissioning and what an important day it was for you, your encouragement as they begin this journey will be most welcome.

FAMILY LIFE COMMITTEE

Don’t forget that Saturday, June 13 is the Parish Picnic immediately following the 5 p.m. liturgy. Please call the Rectory Office at 783-7459 to R.S.V.P. before June 9 if you plan to attend. PawSox tickets will be available for $15 each, which includes admission and a BBQ before the game.

DIANNE REBELO MEMORIAL

SCHOLARSHIP CONCERT

All are invited to attend The Dianne Rebelo

Memorial Scholarship Concert on Friday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Christ the King Church. Tickets are $10.00 and are available from Assistant Music

Director Andrea Theroux or call 360-1035. Dianne Rebelo was the choral director at South Kingstown High School for 27 years. She died of cancer last July. The Dianne Rebelo Chorale and string orchestra will present the Schubert Mass in G. The chorale will consist of former students and colleagues of Dianne, as well as some of our own CTK choir members. All proceeds from the concert will go toward a $1,000 scholarship to a SKHS senior who plans to major in music in college.

MUSTARD SEED MAILING

We need mailers for the Mustard Seed on Tuesday, June 9 at 9 a.m. in the library. If you can spare some time please join us.

NOTICE

The bulletin will NOT run June 28, July 12, 26 and August 9. Anyone who needs a notice in the bulletin, please check this schedule and submit your notice with enough time for publication.

MASS TIMES FOR TRAVELERS

If you plan to vacation this summer away from Christ the King, consult masstimes.org for the mass schedules and directions for parishes all over the world.

CALENDAR FOR JUNE 7 – 14

Monday, June 8

6:30 p.m. Family Life/Library

7:30 p.m. Parish Council/Library

Tuesday, June 9

9:00 a.m. Mustard Seed Mailing/Library

Wednesday, June 10

7:00 p.m. Stephen Minister Training/Library

7:30 p.m. Social Action/Hall

Friday, June 12

Religious Formation Office

closes until August 17

Saturday, June 13

4:00 p.m. Confession

5:00 p.m. Stephen Minister Commissioning

6:00 p.m. Parish Picnic

Sunday, June 14

9:15 a.m. Baptism