The Beatitudes confuse me—and that’s a problem since they are central to Jesus’ teaching.  But just take the first three, why is it blessed to be poor in spirit, to mourn, to be meek?   I tend to think I would rather be rich in spirit, happy, and at least somewhat assertive.

The funeral Mass for Peggy Long will be Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be at Marshall Donnelly on Monday evening, Sept. 30, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Additionally, visitation will be held at Christ the King on Tuesday morning beginning at 9:30 a.m. prior to the funeral service. 

We welcome Jaimie Gorman to her new position as Director of Children and Youth Formation. Jaimie will be sharing her background and other information soon. We look forward to continuing to grow in all of our children's ministries with her at the helm. Please welcome Jaimie as you begin to see her in the building on Sundays.

The funeral Mass for Patrick Clepper, brother of Mike (Anne) Clepper will be Wednesday, 9-25, at 11:00 am. Visitation will be prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 am

Christ the King will once again be participating in the Habitat For Humanity Fall Catholic Build the weekend of Nov. 2-3 and we need you to volunteer! Click the title link to get information about the build and to signup online for the day of your choice. We would like to get between 22-25 volunteers for each day. Questions? Please feel free to contact David Stamps at 615-330-5054 or email david_stamps1@hotmail.com.

Jesus’ critics are concerned with his sitting at table with Roman collaborators and others they labeled as sinners.  These “Pharisees and scribes” believe it was important to maintain a distinction between righteous and sinful behavior.  Jesus appeared to be ignoring those categories.

Although not a doctor, Grandmother had very definite medical ideas.  She knew “regularity” was the best indicator of good health.  When she saw her grandson fall out of a tree, she ran to him and, noticing his arm bent at an odd angle, immediately asked, “When was your last bowel movement?”

  While convalescing recently, I sought consolation in Netflix, specifically the Fr. Brown series.  Fr. Brown is a perceptive, gentle priest with a penchant for solving mysteries—which is a very good thing since apparently someone in his parish either gets murdered or disappears on a weekly basis. 

Open this item for a letter from our pastor outlining opportunities for you to assist and support our efforts to reach out and serve through our parish-wide corporal works of mercy: Habitat and Mur-Ci Homes.

The funeral Mass for Gerald Hess, father of Victor Hess will be Friday, September 6, at 10:00 am.