This Sunday, we celebrate the Solemnity of Christ the King. Our liturgical year is structured to guide us through the entire mystery of salvation won for us in Christ, culminating in the Solemnity of Christ the King. As Pius XI rightly said, “All of humanity is subject to the power of Jesus Christ.”

This profound reality is lived out in our pastorate, and I want to express my gratitude for the generosity and faithfulness of our people to the centrality of Jesus Christ in their lives. During our Stewardship Renewal, I am filled with thanksgiving for those who answered the call to give of their time, talent, and treasure. Many completed a commitment card, while there are others who did not, yet continue to live a stewardship lifestyle. Thank you for your unwavering support for our ministries and operations. Your blessings are greatly appreciated, and I am grateful for your willingness to share your resources to support our pastorate and place Christ at the center of your lives.

Christ the King reminds us that for Christ to truly reign as King, He must first govern each and every soul.

To Jesus Christ, our Sovereign King,

Congratulations & God’s Blessings to
Declan Loeffelholz (pictured)

&
Sueann Lauengco 

who were baptized on November 17!

Our Prayers & Sympathy
to the family and friends of:
 † Thomas Brunner
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen

Solemnity of Christ the King - Nov 24

On this Patronal Feast, the Solemn Mass moves to the 9am CTK Mass and the solemnity of the 9am at STP and 7:30am & 10:30am at IHM is minimized to permit musical resources to be concentrated at CTK.

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
The Immaculate Conception is transferred to Monday, Dec. 9 this year. Mass times for this Holy Day of Obligation are: 7:30am SP, 8:30am IHM & 6pm CTK. The pastorate office will be closed.

Please take a moment to review the Diocese of Madison's 2024 Annual Catholic Appeal Wrap-Up. Thank you for your generous support!

Thank You
The KC Council 7775 would like to thank everyone who attended their pancake breakfast with the proceeds going to Heat for Heroes. Over $1,500 was donated and the Council is overwhelmed by the generosity of our pastorate. The next pancake breakfast will be on Jan. 12.

On Tues., Nov. 26 there will be church cleaning at CTK after the morning Mass. We would love your help, if you're available.

Pastorate Office
The office will be closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 28 & 29. Additionally, the office will be closed the morning of Dec. 2 for a staff faith formation meeting.

Christmas Flower Donations
Memorial donations for Christmas flowers may be sent to the pastorate office or placed in the collection basket. Please include the name of those being remembered. Envelopes are located in the back of church.

Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Christmas Mass Times
Tues. Dec. 24
4pm at IHM

6pm at CTK
8pm at SP

Midnight at IHM
7:30am at SP

9am at CTK

10:30am at IHM

Mary Morning Star Chapel - Adoration Times
Thanksgiving Day: 6-11am, & 5-8pm

Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve: 6am - 12pm
No Adoration on Christmas Day or New Year's Day

Discipleship Formation
Dec 4 - Potluck at CTK at 6pm. Teen Adoration Choir rehearsal following potluck: 7:30-8:15pm

CTK & IHM Conferences of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are sponsoring a food drive for the SVdP Food Pantry in Madison, which serves hundreds of families each week. Please return filled grocery bags to CTK Church on Nov. 23 (4:30–5PM) or Nov. 24 (8:15–9AM), and to IHM Church on Nov. 24 (7–7:30 AM) or (10–10:30 AM). Donations can also be made online.

Seminarian Pie Sale
Buy freshly baked pies after IHM Mass on Nov. 24 for your Thanksgiving dinner. The proceeds help offset the educational expenses of seminarians currently in formation.

SVdP Angel Tree
St. Vincent de Paul is collecting new toys and gift cards for families in need before Christmas. Pick an ornament from the Angel tree at IHM or SP & return your gift by Dec. 8. Toy donations should be significant items (no clothing) for children 10 years or younger, valued at $20-$25. Gift cards can be for Target, Walmart, or Burlington, with the amount marked on the front. You may purchase them through RaiseRight after IHM Masses on Dec. 1 & 8. Place gifts or money in the labeled box near the Angel tree. Members will be available to answer questions.

Little Drummer Project
CTK SVdP Conference is sponsoring the Little Drummer Gift Drive that provides Christmas gifts to children of families who cannot afford them. No physical gifts will be collected. Members of CTK Conference will be selling gift cards for Walmart and Target in the parish hall or entryway after Masses Nov. 30 & Dec. 1, 7 and 8.

Advent Rosary Sale / Prayer Shawl Ministry
Mary’s Rosary Assemblers is hosting its Advent Rosary Sales of lovely chain rosaries, wrist rosaries, and much more, to support its Rosary Ministry to
foreign and domestic missions. Free publications and prayer guides are also available. After Mass at: CTK - Nov 30-Dec 1, SP - Dec 7-8, IHM - Dec 15

The Prayer Shawl Ministry will have a display in conjunction with the Rosary Sale. Come and learn about this spiritually caring ministry, pick up a free prayer shawl to comfort someone in need of healing and love, or find out how to get involved.

Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service
A coalition of churches from throughout the Madison area will be co-sponsoring an Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service on Nov. 25 at Bethel Lutheran Church. Details here.

Luke House - November
The churches within our pastorate prepare and serve meals at the Luke House. Food donations and volunteers to serve the food are needed. IHM: Nov. 27.

Christmas Mass rehearsal day at CTK. Dec. 1 from 11:30am - 2pm. Pizza lunch provided if you RSVP! Email Mrs. Binzak with your child's name and age. Students who attend the practice are expected to sing at Christmas Eve Mass at IHM.

Lights for Loved Ones
This Christmas remember loved ones in a special way by including their names in a place of honor on the tree in the IHM school entryway. The “lights” can be purchased for $2 each by Dec 3. All proceeds go to SVdP. Details here.

High School Youth Group
Ice skating on Dec. 7 at Lake Ridge Bank River Rink. Details here. And register here for Frassati Fest - a retreat weekend open to all high school students in the Diocese of Madison hosted at the Kalahari Resort in the Wisconsin Dells!

Pancake Breakfast - CTK
CTK Men’s Club is hosting a pancake breakfast on Dec. 8 in CTK church hall, 8am-11am.

Prayer & Meditation
As Martha prepared and served, Mary rested in the Lord's presence. This Advent, let's take a moment to follow Mary's example. The Women's Prayer and Fellowship group invites all women of our pastorate to spend an evening resting in the presence of the most Holy Tabernacle Dec. 8 from 6-8pm at St. Patrick. There will be a half hour of prayer & meditation in the church followed by refreshments & fellowship in the church hall. Contact: Mary Sullivan or Anne Pecard

Stella Maris Children’s Live Nativity
All children from 3K - K are invited to participate. The Live Nativity will be presented before the 4pm Christmas Eve Mass, Dec. 24. Sign up here.

Benefit Dinner & Dance
Our annual Benefit Dinner & Dance will be held on Feb. 14 from 5:30pm-11pm at Barnwood Events WI in Madison. If you have an item to donate for the benefit, please see details here.