Mother’s Day Cards

Mother’s Day Spiritual Bouquet cards are available in the Vestibule. Please return your donation in the collection basket or to the Parish Office by Wednesday, May 8, 2024. You can also pay via Online Giving.

Dear Parishioners,

Happy Sunday! Happy Month of May! I must admit this is one of my favorite months. For many families there will be celebrations of graduations and that is true here at CTK! My prayers reach out to all who are graduating at all levels of education. Transitions are important steps in our lives where we move ahead in our journey of life. We ask God’s blessings upon those who will experience any transition in their life. We thank teachers, staff, and administrators for helping students achieve greatness to the best of their abilities. What a wonderful opportunity to help guide people in the ways of Jesus here on earth.

The month of May is dedicated to our Blessed Mother. Mother of God and Mother of the Church. She leads us and guides us to her son Jesus. If we pray to her our call to discipleship will become even stronger. Mary implores us to be faithful to prayer so that the grace of God can give us a peace beyond all human understanding.

Changing topics here I also have a passion for Indy Car and the Indianapolis 500. Many people will make a pilgrimage to the Speedway this month for the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. If you are one of these individuals enjoy yourself. It is truly a part of our city events that is known throughout the world.

Please enjoy this beautiful month of May. Have a peaceful dayI

Msgr. Tony

Spirit Of Christ The King Award

Do you know someone that has been a long-time Friend of Christ the King? A parish member that has been a super volunteer? A member of the parish staff that goes above & beyond? A past or present teacher or administrator at the school? Nominate them for the Spirit of Christ the King Award at the Parish office. Send your nomination to the parish office or e-mail: jpriser@ctk-indy.org. Nominations must be received by May 24, 2024. Winners will be honored at the Christ the King Summer Social on stage shortly after 5 pm Mass on Saturday June 22nd.

Former winners are:

2005: Ken Blackwell, Mary Ann Christenberry, Bill Michaelis

2007: Joe & Gracie Bill, Sister Bernardine Ludwig, Rose Sterger

2008: Pat Cronin, Charlie Feeney, Jerry & Betsy Traub

2011: Patty Holtz, Cliff & Maryann Seufert, Johnny Sullivan

2013: Pat & Mattie Boyce, Phyllis McNamara, Monsignor Tony Volz

2015: Cathy Ciresi, Stacey Hoaglin, Jim Kacius

2016: Melissa Buechler, Danny Klee, Tony Svarczkopf

2017: Bob & Tish Brafford, Tom Hornbach, Mary Zinkan

2018: Jenny & Joe Annee, Judy & Don Dial, Theresa & Don Williams

2019: Donna O’Donnell, Mary Ann Pappas, Bob Zetzl

2022: Anne Gozdecki, Beth Hansen, Debi Mitchell & Bob Williams, Carolyn Mueller, Father Todd Riebe

2023: Paul Frayer, Mary Kivela, Norma Powell

Christ the King Parish Facilities Committee

If you are interested in joining the parish facilities committee please fill out the following form. The committee will review a recent facility infrastructure assessment of the church, school, rectory, and parish office to determine areas to focus on and will create a comprehensive campus facilities plan. If you have any questions please reach out to Principal Ed Seib eseib@cks-indy.org.

Everything Summer Social

Save The Date

Mark your calendars on June 21st and 22nd for our annual community festival. There will be lots of opportunities for everyone to volunteer and be part of the fun, so check this section frequently for updates. 

Calling All Businesses

Get your business in front of our huge Summer Social audience, show your support of Christ the King and consider a sponsorship. Sponsorships start at $250 and come with lots of promotional perks. Visit www.ctk-indy.org/summersocial or e-mail summersocialsponsor@gmail.com for more information.

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Thank you to all who returned baby bottles for the Gabriel Project! We are in the process of counting coins/cash/checks/online donations...you have all been very generous! The total will be unveiled soon! In the meantime, if you have not returned the baby bottle bank, please do so as soon as possible, so we can return them to the Gabriel Project (they own the banks). Thank you again and enjoy a blessed Easter season!

Save the Date!

Vacation Bible School will be held early this year due to upgrades to Tuohy Hall. Mark your calendar for 9 am to noon on June 10-14, 2024.

The date was changed so we can have access to the gym before the floor renovations begin. Preschool age 4 through 8th grade students are eligible to participate in VBS and must register to receive all the snacks and fun everyday. High school and college students are encouraged to volunteer to manage the activity stations and receive service hours for your commitment. The stations are snacks, videos, crafts, music, games and bible stories. Parents are always welcome! If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Hoaglin at s.hoaglin@smsindy.org or text at (317) 902-6411.

Families of Young Children

Join us for Popsicles and Play time (at the playground) after 10 am mass on Sunday, May 19th. Weather permitting we will be gathering at the picnic tables by the playground for popsicles and fun on the playground. Inclement weather plan is to gather in Tuohy Hall at the same time for inside play and snacks. Responses for attendance are appreciated (but not required) on the event in our Facebook group.

Our Lady’s Rosary Makers

Our Lady’s Rosary Makers upcoming meetings are: 

Saturday, May 18, 1-2:30 pm

Saturday, June 15, 1-2:30 pm

Please join us! Materials are provided and all are welcome. Come to the Sweeney Room (enter the building through Door #1/2). Contact Amy Smith at amy.smith.070205@gmail.com or 317-750-0278.

St. Anne Card Ministry

The St. Anne Card Ministry serves the homebound and ill parishioners of Christ the King by making and sending monthly greeting cards. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30pm in the St. Joseph’s Room. There is no card-making experience necessary. We would appreciate donations of postage stamps to defray costs. To join or for more information, come to our next meeting on May 8, or contact Amy Lewis at alewisin@sbcglobal.net.

Handy Crafters

The Handy Crafters meet in the Parish Office Conference Room on the 4th Thursday of each month from 10:30 am until noon. The March Meeting is Thursday, May 23.

Crafters of all types are welcome and encouraged to attend. You can work on your craft at this social meet up.

The Handy Crafters continue to collect hand crafted baby items, like baby blankets and quilts, baby hats, booties, socks, and baby sweaters. Bring your donation to the meeting or drop it off at the parish office any time. All donations will go to Birthline to support mothers and families in need.

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