Resources

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1. Christ the King Sunday in Ordinary Time - Bulletin Shorts, free to use 
   Mass Readings  |  Alpha and Omega.  Go look at the parish Easter Candle near the baptismal font. You see an Alpha (A) and an Omega (W), the first and last letters of the Greek alphabet. They remind us that Christ, yesterday and today, is the Beginning and the End.  To him belongs all time, all the ages, and glory and power for ever.  Amen.  Since he is more powerful than me:
   1. What will I believe about God’s Kingdom?
   2. What truth do I need to hear Jesus speak?
   3. What action will I do because it is right and true? 
      (Source: Diocese of Springfield)
       
2. Resources for children: Christ the King Sunday

1. • Gospel Reflection: We believe that Jesus is our king, but his kingdom is heaven. He is a heavenly king who shows us how to live. All who believe in him want to obey him because they know he teaches us how to be truly happy. (Loyola Press) 
     • Kid's Bulletin for this Sunday
     • Colouring page this Sunday - Encourage the children to also draw or write on the back how they will listen to Jesus and to others in the coming week.
     • Sunday Connection for Christ the King Sunday (Gr. 1-8) 
     • Video: Studio 3:16 | Weekly Comedy for kids (anticipating the Sunday Gospel)
        
   • Children's Sunday Liturgy for the Christ the King Sunday
     • Children's Liturgy for leaders/parents (with intercessions and activities) - by CAFOD | Illustration
     • Children's Liturgy of the Word with Miss Heidi (Catholic TV)
     • Yes, Lord! Salt + Light Media's popular children’s liturgy show is back! Join Deacon Pedro Guevara-Mann, Mr. Monk, and the band Rhythm and Grace as they journey with us through Advent and help us prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ at Christmas. Begins: Nov. 27 | Saturdays at 2 pm & Sundays at 12:30 pm. 
     • Does your parish have online Sunday program for children? If so, please share it with communications@calgarydiocese.ca
        
2. Reminder | Upcoming Events 
   • Nov. 21-27 | The Eucharistic Miracles of the World: An International Exhibition Designed and Created by Bl. Carlo Acutis at St. John the Evangelist Church. Click here to check exhibition schedule.
   • Nov. 25 & Dec. 9 | Metanoia youth group at Ascension Catholic Parish in Calgary (for youth grade 9-12).
   • Advent Missions & Retreat at catholicyyc.ca/advent
   • Find more online formation opportunities, click here
   • Submit your parish events here - click "Submit Event" in the Calendar
      
3. Feed the Hungry needs new toques & mittens
   We invite you to donate new mittens/gloves, toques or $10 gift cards (from fast food places) to share with Feed the Hungry's guests closer to Christmas. Kindly deliver items or gift cards to the Catholic Pastoral Centre Reception (120 17 Ave SW, Calgary before Nov. 30. The reception is open during business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm). If you have any questions, please email: feedthehungry@calgarydiocese.ca 
    
4. Mission Council Christmas Cards
   Reminder for Parishes: Please stop by the Catholic Pastoral Centre if your parish or lay association is interested in selling greeting cards for Mission Council. This initiative does not only help our home and international missions, it also reduces waste as it extends the life of each greeting card. For more information, please call reception at (403) 218-5500 or Sr. Mariflor Jacob at (403) 218-5521. 
    
5. Use Christmas (Nativity) postage stamps
   Canada Post began the tradition of featuring Nativity art on stamps in 1965, with an issue featuring the Gifts of the Magi. But do you know that Christian-themed Christmas stamps are an example of successful resolutions by the Catholic Women's League (CWL) of Canada? CWL Canada encourages the faithful to support this initiative to ensure their continued production. Read more 
    
6. Saints who struggled with mental illness
   Here are the profiles of four saints who are patrons of those who struggle with mental illness as a source of hope and intercession. Read more
    
7. Dominican Sisters make etiquette fun again with 'Manners Monday'
   The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, in Ann Arbor think manners still matter. And they're using a fun new video series to talk about it. Read & watch 
    
8. Advent in 2 minutes
   What is Advent all about? How is Advent different than Christmas? Busted Halo explains the significance of this special season in the Church and why the experience of waiting, hope, and preparation is still so important in our lives today. Watch video 
    
9. How to know if the Sunday readings are Year A, B or C
   We are at the end of the Liturgical Year (Cycle B). Here is a quick guide to understanding the three-year cycle of Sunday readings at Mass. Read more

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