> 2-3-12: FPU free preview this Monday, Feb. 6!

> 1-31-12: Contact your U.S. Representative to support Right of Conscience Act!

> 1-31-12: CTK personnel announcement and job posting

> 1-27-12: Men, Register NOW for the CTK Men's Retreat!

> 12-16-11: Sign up for the next Holy Spirit Seminar!

> 11-29-11: CTK Weather Policy

> 6-20-11: Scheduling Forms

FPU free preview this Monday, Feb. 6! "Gotten us on the same page & working together." "Shown us the light at the end of the tunnel." "Given us clarity and hope." These are just a few of the comments that past attendees have made about Financial Peace University, a Biblically-based small group study with videos featuring Christian financial counselor Dave Ramsey. Christ the King is once more offering this popular 13-week seminar beginning Monday, Feb. 13, 7-9 p.m. in the Parish Center, with an optional free preview on Monday, Feb. 6, 7-8 p.m. It's great for young adults, singles, engaged and married couples--anyone looking for help managing their money in these difficult times. The lifetime membership allows you to repeat part or all of the class at any location offering FPU at any time! One class membership covers a single person, or an engaged or married couple; a married couple may bring teens still living at home. Cost, including all materials, is $100 when obtained through Christ the King. (Limited financial help is available for registered Christ the King members. Contact Theresa in the parish office for more information.) Space is limited. To reserve your seat for the class, register by clicking on the logo at the start of this message. (Ignore the map that they give; follow the directions in the "Special Notes" instead.) Questions? Contact Theresa (734-929-0971 or thofer@ctkcc.net) or Tom and Maria (734-922-3691 or maria.herbel@gmail.com).

Contact your U.S. Representative to support Right of Conscience Act! To correct the threats to religious liberty and rights of conscience posed by the recent HHS contraceptive mandate, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act has been introduced in Congress (H.R. 1179, S. 1467). This measure will ensure that those who participate in the health care system "retain the right to provide, purchase, or enroll in health coverage that is consistent with their religious beliefs and moral convictions." It is more important than ever that Members of Congress be urged to co-sponsor this measure. Click here to go to the US Conference of Catholic Bishops Web site where you can learn more about this issue and how to contact your Congressional representatives.

CTK personnel announcement and job posting After almost eight years of service, Becky Benjamin will be leaving the employment of Christ the King. Becky is engaged to be married in May of this year and will be devoting her time and effort into this new relationship and vocation. In her many years as Liturgical Coordinator, she has faithfully and tirelessly served the parish and been instrumental in the smooth functioning of our Liturgies and Sacraments. She will be greatly missed. Both she and her fiancé, Mark Tepen, will continue to be parishioners of Christ the King. Please join us in wishing her the best in the pursuit of her new vocation.

As a result of Becky's resignation, we are posting the Liturgical Coordinator position. This full-time position with benefits is responsible for planning liturgies (liturgical tasks, such as sacraments, funerals, etc); recruiting, training and scheduling ministers and volunteers; keeping track of sacramental records; and other related tasks, as necessary. The person filling this position works closely with the clergy and the Music Director. This position reports to Pastoral Associate Dcn. Larry Randolph. Please send your resume to dcnlarry@ctkcc.net or drop it off at the parish office. The deadline for submitting your resume is Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2012 at noon. To download a complete job description, including skills and other requirements, please click here.

Men, Register NOW for the CTK Men's Retreat! The annual Christ the King Men's Retreat will be Friday-Sunday, Feb. 17-19, at St. Francis Retreat Center in DeWitt. The theme will be "Discipleship," and the speaker will be Bp. Carl F. Mengeling, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Lansing. Bp. Mengeling asks all retreatants to bring a Bible. Cost:

• Full retreat: $100 for a double room, $125 for a single room.
• One night: $70 for a double, $85 for a single
• Saturday only, no night: $25
• Note: After Feb. 5, there is an additional charge of $10 per night plus a $5 meal charge.

Registration continues in the John Paul the Great Room after all Masses, or download a registration form by clicking here. It's sure to be a dynamic weekend that you won’t want to miss!

Sign up for the next Holy Spirit Seminar! We invite you to attend the Holy Spirit Seminar on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. Come experience the grace, power and the anointing of the Holy Spirit. The seminar includes a set of talks on the Holy Spirit and personal prayer for the grace to receive more of the anointing of the Holy Spirit and release of His spiritual gifts. The seminar echoes the experience of the first Pentecost. Registration will be in the Church before Mass. The seminar begins with Mass at 9:00, then continues in the Parish Center from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The cost is $15. Morning refreshments, lunch and materials are provided. Plan to attend the seminar; it will deepen your spiritual life! Click here to download a registration form. For more information, please contact Olga (734-426-5514 or ortiz4519@earthlink.net).

CTK Weather Policy Winter weather got you wondering if your event is canceled? Download Christ the King's Weather Policy for more information.


Scheduling Forms For those who would like to request space for an event, you may download the scheduling information and the room request form by clicking on the links below. These are pdf forms with fillable fields. You may save and email the completed form(s) to the office at scheduling@ctkcc.net . Please do not advertise your event until you have received confirmation that the space you have requested is available. Thank you!

• Scheduling Packet

• Room Request Form

• Liturgical Use Form

Prayer meeting schedule Come join us at one of our charismatic prayer meetings as we praise and worship the King of Kings!

• Life Teen Prayer Meetings Most Tuesdays, year-round. Praise and worship in the Church 8:15-9:30 p.m. Optional discussion groups and social time, including basketball in the gym, is available before the prayer meeting from 7:00-8:15 p.m. We also offer Adoration every Tuesday from 7:45 - 8:15. It is a GREAT time to meet new people and to hang out with fun and good Christian teens! Come on down!!
• Fuel Middle School Prayer Meetings Second and fourth Mondays of the month, 7:30-8:30 p.m. in Church. Come fuel the fire of God in your life!
• All-Parish Prayer Meetings Every Friday, 7:30-9:00 p.m., in the Church Worship space. Come join us; He is worthy of our praise!
• Fellowship of the Burning Bush (FBB) Intercessory Prayer Meetings Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. in the Cry Room in the Church. All are welcome!

Looking for creative ways to support the parish financially? We've gathered some resources all in one place in the finance section of our Stewardship page or contact Business Manager Theresa Hofer (734-929-0971 or thofer@ctkcc.net).

Songs In His Presence publishes music from Christ the King! Order CDs and songbooks at SongsInHisPresence.com.