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Ministry
Rev. Fr. John R. Madden, Pastor
CAPT.
CHC. USN (Ret.)
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Father
Madden was born in Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland. A priest of the Diocese of Savannah,
Georgia he attended college and seminary of St. Patrick’s College, Carlow,
Ireland and was ordained a priest on June 1970. He immigrated to the United States in
August of that year and reported to the Bishop of Savannah. He served parishes in Albany, Savannah and
Augusta, Georgia; prior to becoming a U.S. Citizen in May of 1976. He
was commissioned a Lieutenant in the United States Navy on June 25,
1976. He served as a chaplain in
Okinawa, Japan; Camp Pendleton, China Lake and Coronado, California; Rota,
Spain; UCLA in Los Angeles; The Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Constellation;
Newport, Rhode Island; London, England; and San Diego, CA. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 1999 with
the rank of Captain. Father
Madden holds advanced degrees in Theology, Psychology and Education. Upon retirement from the Navy, he returned to Savannah Diocese at the Bishop’s request. He served at St. Anne Church and Pacelli High School in Columbus, from 1999 to 2001. He was then given the Mission of Christ the King to provide priestly care. Christ the King was established as a parish in 2006 and Fr. Madden was made its founding Pastor! |
Religious Education Director
Sister Mildred Morrissey, FMM
(706) 663-0090
Parish Council
Tim
Suspanic-President
Shannon Klein-Vice
President
Olga Rodriguez
Bruce Brooks
Neal Garner
Mitch Gordon
Don Taylor
Mary Jane Stone
Amy Elkins
Parish Council Ex Officio
Members
Father
Madden
Sr.
Mildred Morrissey, FMM
Sr.
Anne Kelly, FMM
Vince
Antonich- Past President
Bill
McClarnon- Parish Bookkeeper
Lorrie
Taylor- Parish Secretary
The parish council of Christ the King invites parishioners to bring any concerns or questions they may have relative to Christ the King to its attention.
The parish council meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.
Sisters of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary
We are privileged to have sisters from the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary as members of our parish. The sisters serve in a variety of ways in our community, and help us in our church. They are:
Sister Mildred Morrissey: Sister Mildred is is a native of Boston and graduated from Boston State College as a Teacher and then attended Saint Louis University, graduating with a Masters in Social Work. She spent 20 years in Australia as a teacher and then worked in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. She was a principal of several schools and now volunteers her time. In March, 2004 Sister Millie expanded her role with Christ the King when she was appointed Director of Religious Education.
Sister Anne Kelly: Sister
Anne's arrival rounds out the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary in our mission
parish. Sister Anne spent twenty years in Pakistan, from 1958 to 1978, teaching
English to young women who would otherwise not have been able to attend high
school. Her last assignment was in Saint Louis where she taught English in the
homes of non-English speaking families. She said that "Pakistan stood me
in good stead for this assignment". A native of Providence, RI., Sister entered the FMM's after high school. She has
been involved in literacy through the years and as her ministry continues to
teach English to non-English speakers or those who do not speak the language
well. If you or someone you know would benefit from Sister's Anne's ministry,
please call her at 663-2783, or at the church office.
Lay Ministers include Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Greeters, Gift Bearers and Altar Servers. Click here for the current lay minister schedule.
TIME, TALENT, TREASURE:
GETTING INVOLVED AT CHRIST THE KING!
There are many ways to put your faith into action alongside your fellow parishioners at Christ the King. Click on the links below to examine opportunities in the areas of:
Spiritual Life and Worship
Outreach Services
Religious Education
Pastoral Care and Hospitality
Parish Administration, Programs and
Activities
To get printable copies of the Time and Talent Brochure and the intention form, click the appropriate link below:
Printable Time and Talent Brochure
Time, Talent and Treasure Stewardship Intention Form/Mailer
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Eucharistic
ministers participate at Mass and also take the
sacrament to the sick and homebound. Appointments are made by the Bishop of
Savannah for three years based on the recommendation of Father Madden.
Must be over 18, a member of the parish, and have completed the required
training.
LECTORS: Lectors proclaim the word of God at
Mass. They should be good readers and communicators. Contact
Sister Anne, FMM, for more information.
USHERS AND GREETERS: Adults 17 and
up are invited to serve as ushers by helping with collections, seating, and
handing out bulletins and other materials. Point of contact is Bob Dunlap.
GIFT BEARERS: These parishioners
take gifts to the altar at the offertory. Contact Bob or Gerry Dunlap.
ALTAR SERVERS:Students who have received
their First Communion are eligible. Training sessions are held
periodically. Altar servers are scheduled for all Masses. Contact Sister
Mildred, FMM for more information.
SACRISTANS: These parishioners prepare the altar
for Mass, clean and press the altar linens and take care of the
sanctuary. Contact Gerry Dunlap for more information.
CHURCH DECORATING COMMITTEE: Decorates the church
for special feasts. Contact: Janice Steele
MUSIC MINISTRY: Members of the choir and song leaders lead the music at Masses. We also invite anyone who plays an instrument to participate. Contact Hedy McDowell for more information.
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Christ the King Outreach Program is making an effort to meet the needs of the people within our parish boundaries of Harris and Talbot counties, by serving four specific ministries in which parishioners are asked to take an active part.
Prayer Ministry: The foundation of our Parish Outreach program is resting on the prayers of our people. This ministry is open to all parishioners who desire to pray for the people who are serving others and for those who are being served.
Some parishioners may desire to pray in their homes, but there is power found in many persons joining together to pray, for Jesus has said: “Where there are two or three gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them”.
Visitation Ministry: This ministry is vital to our program. There are persons in their own homes, nursing homes, hospices, assisted living places and hospitals that have a need for a visit from caring individuals.
It is appropriate for two volunteers at a time to make these visits.
Writing Ministry: Volunteers may wish to send a card or a written message to the sick, infirmed, widowed, to those who have suffered the loss of someone, those celebrating special events, or to those who are deployed by the military in foreign countries.
Through this compassionate activity, volunteers can bring a spirit of hope and joy to many people.
Office Ministry: The Outreach office hours are Monday-Friday from 10:30 a.m-3:30 p.m.
This ministry requires volunteers who are willing to answer the telephone and/or give some of their time to talk with individuals, who may visit Christ the King in search of someone with whom they can converse.
This program involves cooperation with other agencies. Some food distribution may be required and/or financial assistance arranged. All activity is recorded and kept on file.
“SEEK THE LORD WHERE HE MAY BE FOUND”…especially in those who may have need of our help!
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This ministry
provides faith development for all members of the parish family. We are
delighted to have Sister Millie Morrissey as Religious Education Director.
CHILDREN - K to Confirmation
Age (Grades 7-8): Classes are held on Sunday mornings from 9:00 to
10:10 AM in the Pastoral Center.
YOUTH GROUP (after Confirmation
through High School): Activities and religious education classes are organized
for the youth. Classes are held Sundays, after the 10:30 am Mass, in the
Pastoral Center . Special activities are
arranged by youth group advisors. Contact Bruce Brooks.
ADULT EDUCATION: Courses are
offered in Bible Study, Spirituality, and Faith Development from October through
May. Classes are held Sunday from 9:00 to 10:10 AM, and Wednesday morning
following 9:30 AM Mass.
CATHOLIC INFORMATION CLASS (RCIA): Information classes are offered for those of other faiths who are interested in the Catholic faith and for Catholics who wish to update their knowledge of the faith. Classes are held Sunday from 9:00 to 10:10 AM.
HOSPITALITY: The Welcoming
Ministry calls on new and prospective new church members to offer
greetings and information. Church members may assist ailing and bereaved
families by preparing and serving food for Funeral Receptions, or
cooking and delivering Meals for the Sick/Homebound. Can you
provide Transportation to church or appointments for a church
member unable to drive? Can you Visit the Homebound or Nursing Home
Residents? Your help will be a blessing!
TELEPHONE TREE AND PRAYER CHAINS: Sharing
urgent parish news and/or inviting prayers for parishioners’ needs requires the
help of those willing to make telephone calls and/or respond to e-mail prayer
requests. Contact the church office if you would like to help.
COUPLES GROUP: Monthly evening of fun and fellowship for couples in their thirties. If you would like to volunteer to head-up this group, please call the parish office.
PARISH
ADMINISTRATION, PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
STEWARDSHIP: Members
organize the parish stewardship program of sharing our time, talents and
treasure with the church and community. Contact Didi Taylor to get
involved.
GROUNDS,
MAINTENANCE AND PARKING: This committee oversees the building and grounds
of the church and the priest's residence. Assistance is often needed to
direct traffic before and after Mass. Contact Bill McClarnon for the church or
Don Taylor for the priest's residence.
PARISH
COMMUNICATIONS:
Report/write for the bulletin or the newsletter, or contribute your skills to
the parish website. Contact for publications is Lorrie Taylor and for the
website is Kim Morgan.