PARISH LETTER
March 9, 2021

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THE SACRAMENTS
DISCOVERING THE TREASURES OF DIVINE LIFE

​Some of the most important and necessary building blocks of human life are so often taken for granted: water, air, fire, food. We live each day without any sense of gratitude for these blessings that sustain our physical life. And so it is for our spiritual life. The Sacraments are the very lifeblood of our soul, yet in the midst of our busy lives, we can fail to understand their power and importance. Without them, we are spiritually dead. With them, the very life of God runs through us.

In this new book from Fr. Matthew Kauth, the Church’s 7 Sacraments are presented in such a way that no reader will ever again take them for granted. Father Kauth brilliantly illuminates not only the scriptural foundation and profound spiritual realities of each sacrament but also the necessity of each as a means to living a happy and fulfilled life that leads to Heaven.

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THE BIBLE
LISTENING VIA THE CORPUS CHRISTI WEBSITE

Listen to the entire Bible in 365 episodes through the Corpus Christi website, provided by Father Mike Schmitz with commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way. Unlike any other Bible program, Ascension’s The Bible in a Year follows the reading plan inspired by The Great Adventure Bible Timeline. You won’t just read the Bible in a year, you will finally understand how all the pieces of the Bible fit together to tell an amazing story that continues in your life today.

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DAILY 1-MINUTE REFLECTIONS
CONSECRATION TO ST. JOSEPH

Corpus Christi encourages everyone to prepare for and consecrate ourselves to Saint Joseph by listening to the one-minute reflections of Father Donald Calloway, author of the book Consecration to St. Joseph, to emulate the tried and true preparation method employed by St. Louis de Montfort in his Marian consecration, highlighting many of St. Joseph’s titles, privileges, and heroic virtues.

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JOURNEY OF FAITH
ADDRESSING RELEVANT LIFE ISSUES & FAITH TOPICS

Written in the engaging, pastoral style of the Redemptorists, the popular Journey of Faith program is available to all parishioners of Corpus Christi, in addition to RCIA's catechumenates and candidates, offering more integration with everyone's daily lives - a new content fully addressing relevant life issues and faith topics.

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FAMILIES WITH CHRIST
MODULES 16, 17 & 18 ARE LIVE AND PUBLISHED

MODULE 16
Leaders of the Catholic Church
Discussion: Does the Catholic Church have leaders? Who is the Holy Father, the Pope? Who are the bishops of the Church? What are the chief responsibilities of the Pope and bishops of the Catholic Church? Who directs Christ’s work in the Catholic Church?
Members of the Catholic Church
Discussion: What is owed to the Pope and bishops by the faithful? Why is respect owed to everyone in the Church? Why is the Catholic Church a community? Is everyone in the Church equal? Who in the Church is called to a life of holiness?
The Role of the Catholic Church
Discussion: Why is the Catholic Church essentially missionary? What is the role of the Church in the world? How does the Catholic Church minister to our spiritual needs? How does the Catholic Church minister to the bodily needs of people? How can we help unbelievers find God? What is our duty towards the world?
Christian Unity
Discussion: Why is the unity of Christians in faith and love God’s will? How is Christian unity promoted by Catholics? Why should we respect all men of good will?
MODULE 17
The Catholic Church: Means of Salvation
Discussion: What do we believe about the Catholic Church & salvation? How do the laity share in Christ’s mission? How is the Catholic Church an institution of salvation?
The Marks of the Church: The Church Is One
Discussion: What are the marks that point out the true Church founded by Jesus? Why is the Catholic Church one? How did Jesus indicate that His Church is one? Why are we united by a spiritual leader? Why are we united in worship?
The Marks of the Church: The Church Is Holy
Discussion: Why is the Catholic Church holy?
The Marks of the Church: The Church Is Catholic
Discussion: Why is the Church catholic or universal? How long has the Church been in existence? Does the Catholic Church teach all the truths that Christ taught?
The Marks of the Church: The Church Is Apostolic
Discussion: Why is the Catholic Church apostolic?
MODULE 18
The Communion of Saints
Discussion: What do we mean when we say, “I believe in the Communion of Saints"? Why is the Church called the Church Militant? How do we help each other? What is the Church Suffering? What is our duty toward the deceased? What is the Church Triumphant? Why does the Church honor the canonized saints?

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MASS RESERVATIONS
EASTER VIGIL AND EASTER SUNDAY

Online reservations are required from all parishioners for all Holy Masses on Easter Vigil, April 3, and Easter Sunday, April 4. Parishioners will need to print and bring their email confirmation / ticket with them to show the respective usher at the entrance of the church building. The Corpus Christi staff will assist those with computer issues via telephone during regular office hours.

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HOLY WEEK
SCHEDULE

MASS

PALM SUNDAY
8:00 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
5:00 P.M.

HOLY TUESDAY
6:30 P.M.

HOLY WEDNESDAY
12:15 P.M.

HOLY THURSDAY
4:00 P.M.
Mass of the Lord's Supper
7:00 P.M.

GOOD FRIDAY
Good Friday of the Lord's Passion
3:00 P.M.
Stations of the Cross
7:00 P.M.

EASTER VIGIL
8:00 P.M.

EASTER SUNDAY
8:00 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
Spanish Mass
4:00 P.M.

CONFESSION

PALM SUNDAY
9:10 A.M.
12:10 P.M.
6:10 P.M.

HOLY TUESDAY
7:00 P.M.

HOLY WEDNESDAY
1:00 P.M.
6:15 P.M.

GOOD FRIDAY
10:00 A.M.

HOLY SATURDAY
8:30 A.M.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS
SCHEDULE

The Stations of the Cross are a 14-step Catholic devotion that commemorates Jesus Christ's last day on Earth as a man. The 14 devotions, or stations, focus on specific events of His last day, beginning with His condemnation. The stations are commonly used as a mini-pilgrimage as we move from station to station. At each station, we briefly recall and meditate on a specific event from Christ's last day. Specific prayers are recited, then we move to the next station until all 14 are complete.

WEDNESDAYS
Spanish / Español
7:00 P.M.

FRIDAYS
3:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.

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CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC WOMEN

The Ladies of CCCW are collecting individually wrapped candy and small toys for the Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Prisma Health Children's Hospital. Please bring the items to any Mass during the week of March 20 and March 26. Collection bins will be placed at the entrance of the church. These treats will encourage them as they receive treatments. Imagine the smiles on the children's faces as we share a bit of Easter joy with them this season!

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WOODEN CHAPEL
SERVICE PROJECT

We have an active and vibrant Youth Ministry program that is in need of high school students to assist and participate in our Wooden Chapel Service Project. This fellowship activity is a valuable opportunity for our youth to grow in faith together, striving to help others whilst developing life skills that will give them a sense of significance from having worked together to accomplish significant goals. If you are a parent of a high schooler, please have him/her join us on Saturday, March 13, at 8:00 a.m.

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FEBRUARY NUMBERS
CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE ASSISTANCE MINISTRY

Our gratitude goes to all the big-hearted parishioners of Corpus Christi who offer their generous assistance to the church - either by giving precious time as a volunteer, monetarily contributing through monthly recurring gifts, or helping the less fortunate by donating non-perishable food items, among others.

OFFERTORY
Month: February

Collections
$58,023.11

Designated Offerings
$7,117.47

TOTAL
$65,140.58

ASSISTANCE MINISTRY
Month: February

Families Assisted
45

Individuals Assisted
134

Financial Assistance Provided
$5,752.14

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SOLEMNITY OF SAINT JOSEPH
SPOUSE OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY