POPE FRANCIS MEMORIAL MASS
Christ the King will be having a Memorial Mass for Pope Francis on May 1 at 7pm.
Open time for silent prayer daily 3-6pm in the STA Chapel (lower parking lot entrance).
Begins on day 1 of the conclave.
STEWARDSHIP APPEAL 2025
A vibrant CTK relies not only on your financial support, but also on your dedication of time and energy. In the next few weeks, you’ll receive information regarding your personal commitment to the parish. Parishioner Brigitte Seim spoke at the masses last weekend about her family’s involvement. Please view the included video clip to hear her speak. We look forward to hearing from you all! Any questions, please contact Mary Langfeldt, 612-867-3116.
WATCH VIDEO CLIP HERE, THANK YOU!
Letters from Prison Part 2: Bible Study
April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28
10:15 – 11:45 am
In the Library
$20 Please pay and obtain book from the Parish Center
Questions, contact D'Ann Brosnahan tpbdmb@aol.com
Social Justice Team News
History of Racism Follow-up: For those who were unable to attend the very informative presentation on March 9, we have a number of leftover folders which contain a wealth of resources and information sheets on the evidence of ongoing systemic racism education, employment, housing, health care, policing, incarceration, state and federal policies, with thanks to the St. Odilia Racial Equity Ministry. There are also bookmarks from the CTK Social Justice Team with the Principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Feel free to pick up these items on the table outside the library. Questions - contact mcolbert712@gmail.com
Watch the bulletin for details of a follow-up presentation in late May or early June, looking at specific actions our parish can take to combat racism. We have invited Professor David Williard to return this spring or next fall. Questions - contact ann.sittig@state.mn.us
Action Steps: Each week we will highlight some of the action steps from the folder. The Antiracism Collective in Edina facilitates meaningful conversations and policy change to strategically dismantle structural racism and hate. They offer a variety of resources for learning about racism, fostering dialogue, and taking action against systemic racism. Check out their calendar for events and actions.
Anti-Racism Conversations | Anti-Racism Collective | Edina
The Anti-Racism Collective facilitates meaningful conversations and policy change to strategically dismantle structural racism and hate in the place where we live. We believe in growing individually and changing collectively.
Justice Commission of The Sisters of St. Joseph Carondelet joins with other groups to address issues that demean or deny human dignity. Contact mroers@cjstpaul.org to receive their weekly newsletter which provides opportunities for getting involved in justice initiatives.
New Members Welcome We invite people of all ages to join our team. Contact maryjanemitchell@msn.com.
Monthly Food Shelf Collection
Once a month, we collect food shelf donations for Ascension Church. You can bring in a non-perisable food item or make a $10 donation and we will do the shopping for you. We also have monthly volunteers who help with this food shelf collection. Please read the weekly e-bulletin to see the upcoming dates.
Ascension Food Drive Donations Most Needed:
Diapers size 1, 2, 3
Toilet Paper
Tooth Paste & Tooth Brush
Soap Hand & Body Wash
Laundry Soap
Coffee
Peanut Butter & Jelly
Rice, Pinto Beans, Pasta, Refried Beans
Dry Cereal & Oatmeal
Canned Fruit & Vegetables
Canned Tuna & Chicken
Canned Soup
Boxed Meals (like hamburger helper)
Items can be brought to Masses on Sundays or dropped off during weekday morning Masses Tuesday through Friday from 8:30–10am and placed on carts marked FOOD DRIVE by church entrances. Food donations go to help support the Families of Ascension Church Community. This last month the shelter has seen a big increase in needs from the parish community.