B !"#$% Please contact the office about Baptism instruction; this may be done even before the child is born. Classes may not be necessary if you have attended within the past three years. Baptisms will be done at the 10:00 am Mass on the third Sunday of every month.

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A,+#,"#,/ +. "(* S#'1 This healing sacrament is available for the sick, elderly and shut-ins. Please notify the parish office if someone has become ill, hospitalized or homebound.

A Catholic Community, gathered in spirit and truth to encounter Christ in prayer, to celebrate the sacraments worthily, and to serve through works of mercy.

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Bulletin deadline is 12:00 noon on Tues. Send announcements to: bulletin@ctkmandan.com

505 10th Avenue NW Mandan, ND 58554

www.ctkmandan.com

FR. NICK SCHNEIDER, PASTOR

Office: 663-8842 or 751-7101

MASS TIMES

Weekdays Tuesday: 5:30 pm

Wed. and Thursday: 8:00 am Friday: 9:00 am

First Sat.: 8:00 am

Weekend Saturday: 4:30 pm

Sunday: 8:00 am & 10:00 am Latin Mass: 11:30 am every 4th Sunday

HOLY DAYS Vigil 5:30 pm,

9:00 am school days or 8:00 am non-school days,

& 5:30 pm

ADORATION Anytime in Madonna of the Prairies Adoration Chapel

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Parish Office……………663-8842 or 751-7101

Pastor, Rev. Nick Schneider, SLD, ext. 133 frschneider@ctkmandan.com Deacon, Dennis Rohr, 701-471-4972 Deacon, Doug Helbing, 701-400-0233

, ext. 136 katrina.kuntz@ctkmandan.com Administrative Assistant, Shaina Crawford, ext. 132 shaina.crawford@ctkmandan.com Director of Faith Formation, Amanda Dukart, ext. 135 amanda.dukart@ctkmandan.com

, 214-7616, 226-6566, jtw963@gmail.com

National Catholic Bioethics Center — 215-877-2660 Call business hours, M-F 9:00–5:00, unless an emergency. If not urgent, leave voicemail or email consults@ncbcenter.org Emergency assistance 24 hrs/day: Say “Urgent!”

School Office…………663-6200 or 663-6261

Principal, Derrick Nagel, ext. 101 derrick.nagel@ctkmandan.com

Kim Nutsch, ext. 100 kim.nutsch@ctkmandan.com

ext. 130 julianna.schatz@ctkmandan.com Atrium Catechist, Julie Jacobson julie.jacobson@ctkmandan.com

PARISH NEWS

JUST MARRIED

Congratulations to

Kyle Maier and Allie Handyside Who were married on Saturday, September 2, 2017!

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Take advantage of your FREE subscription to Catholic movies, programs, talks, and a great selection of popular ebooks! Here is how easy it is: 1. Go to formed.org 2. Click on Register 3. Enter your Parish Code: FT22H7 4. Create your FREE account by entering your email address

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE

Online Giving is available! Go to ctkmandan.com and follow these links: Our Parish -> Stewardship -> Donate.

We also offer electronic giving as a way to automate your

regular weekly offering.

Collection Amount (August): $38,593

Collection Budget (August): $35,986

Budget Balance August: $2,607

YTD Total $77,646

YTD Budget $80,542

Budget Balance: -$2,896

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

CTK Parish will be hosting the annual German Supper, Quilt Auction, and Raffle on Saturday, October 14, 2017. All pro-ceeds from the event will go toward the new front entrance.

PRAYER INTENTIONS

Ray Riedinger, Mark Austin Hattich, Darlene Hohbein, Marge Hartman, Hildegard Steckler, Gloria Sauers, Skyla Stevens, Jeff Bezdicek, Johanna Metcalf, Ken Gerhardt, Luke Kilzer, Anna J. Kalvoda, Kathy Heisler, Amelia Dalbol, Holli Kautzman, Gail Nor-ton, Jim Kopp, Tom Frohlich, Toni Snider, Margy Markel, Marlene Schwartzbauer, Monica Schmidt, Drake Rubik, Scott Prater, Charles Bauer, Agnes Kopp, Erika Schatz, Veronica Schaner, To-ny Barnhardt, Paige Fischer, Aria Schaner, Norma Jean Wetsch, Mallory Norrell, Mya Weigel, George Fried, Dorothy Beehler, Jere-my, Shayla Polanchek, Brittany Goter, Diane Hopfauf, Judi Bank-head, Carol Stumpf Metzger, Luke Berger, Jr., Vernon T. Foster, Deb Bjerke, Todd Boehm, Mark Caya, Kyra Blue, Jerry Vetter, Sheila Crawford, Faith Heizelman, Brittany Mack, Joe Schatz, & Ron Schaaf.

HURRICANE HARVEY COLLECTION

PARISH INFORMATION & EVENTS

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September 9th and 10th, 2017 Bishop David Kagan has approved the United States Catho-lic Conference of Bishop’s (USCCB) special, emergency Hurri-cane Harvey collection for the weekend of September 9th and 10th in all parishes of the Diocese of Bismarck. The funds collected for this one-time special, emergency collection for Hurricane Harvey Relief will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Charities USA, the official domestic relief agency of the U.S. Catholic Church, as they and their member agencies respond to immediate emergency needs for necessities such as water, food, shelter, and medical care as well as to the long term needs to rebuild and recover after widespread destruc-tion, and of the USCCB for pastoral and reconstruction aid to the Church.

Christ the King Parish will sponsor

Pinochle Card Parties

September 12 and 19 7:00—10:00 pm Parish Life Center

Pinochle parties are held the 2nd and 3rd Tues. each month. The cost is $5 per evening. Cookies and coffee included.

ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK

ONCE IN A LIFETIME TRIP—AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

Christ the King Parishioner, Bob Klemisch, will be taking a group to Australia and New Zealand in July of 2018 for 15 days! This includes Auckland and Rotorua in New Zealand and Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and Frazier Island in Australia. Now is the time to plan for a trip down under. If you are interested, visit the website at http://www.eftours.com/tour-website/1935906KZ or contact Bob at 667-2928.

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH RALLY

The 2017 High School Youth Rally will be held on Thursday, October 19, from 1:00-10:00 pm at the University of Mary. This year’s event will feature SONAR – a Catholic band from the Twin Cities that has been making vibrant, vocally driven music for 20 years. Registration is only $25! Clergy, religious and chaperones are free, but must still register. All youth must be affiliated with a parish or school group. See your parish/school contact for more details. Visit bismarckdiocese.com/high-school-youth-rally for more information.

Light of Christ Catholic Schools is seeking the following:

Head Girls Tennis Coach for the Spring 2018 season (April - June 2018) at St. Mary's Central High School.

Head Girls Soccer Coach for the Spring 2018 season (March - June 2018) at St. Mary's Central High School.

Assistant Boys Basketball Coach (Sophomore or Freshmen Level) for the 2017-2018 season (November 2017 - March 2018) at St. Mary's Central High School.

Childcare Provider for LaMere Learning Center (Toddler room) – (3:00 – 5:30 pm, M-F)

After-school Program Aides for elementary schools (2:45 – 5:30 pm, M-F)

Apply online at www.lightofchristschools.org/employment or c o n t a c t K a t e B l e t h a t 7 0 1 - 4 25 - 07 9 3 o r kbleth@lightofchristschools.org for more information.

AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS 4 LIT. MINISTERS & INTENTIONS

Tuesday, September 12, 2017 5:30 pm †John & Ann Hatzenbuhler, Don Hatzenbuhler Altar Server: Jon Wingenbach Wednesday, September 13, 2017 8:00 am †Leo Makelke Thursday, September 14, 2017 8:00 am †Darlene Frohlich Friday, September 15, 2017 9:00 am †Darren Nehl Saturday, September 16, 2017 4:30 pm †Ernie Borr Altar Servers: Volunteer EMES: Linda Berger, Amy Kraft, Kim Dahl Lector: Corey Dahl Ushers: Tim Schoch, Paul Trauger Gift Bearers: Volunteer Musician: Rachel Goettle Sunday, September 17, 2017 8:00 am †Eloise Bernhardt Altar Servers: Volunteer EMES: Darlene Leingang, Marianne Blasco, Jim Avard, Deacon Doug Helbing, Angie Avard Lector: Karl VanOrman Ushers: Marvin Leingang, Mike Blasco, Julius Beehler Gift Bearers: Paul Schaff Family Musicians: Jacey & Jacob Wanner 10:00 am For our Parishioners Greeters: Main Entrance: Darcy & Jackie Wandy Family Chapel Entrance: Rory & Connie Schlosser Altar Servers: Katelyn & Karley Cermak EMES: Connie Schlosser, Betty & Joe Lech, Deacon Doug Helbing, Chuck & Jean Bingert, Julie Schatz Lector: Cindy Cermak Ushers: Richard Schwartzbauer, Steve Koppy, Jim Cermak, Mike Hillstrom Gift Bearers: Volunteer Musicians: CTK School Choir, Accompanist: Jane Porter *Please be responsible for finding your own replacements if you are unable to be present

Parish Business Manager: Church of the Ascension is seeking a Business Manager that can serve as a team member and leader in a small-office environment. The right person for the job must be able to work with staff, leading and encouraging them toward excellence. This person supports the pastor in the management and stewardship of the parish's physical, finan-cial and personnel resources. A strong commitment to service, and an ability to foster collaboration among staff and volun-teers are required. Qualifications: A four-year Business Admin-istration or Accounting degree with at least three years of man-agement experience. Individual must be computer literate, knowledgeable in office procedures with experience in church accounting software and communication products preferred. Individual must be organized and capable of meeting regular monthly deadlines, have the ability to organize and implement procedures. Oral and writing skills are also necessary. This person is to possess a keen appreciation of the Catholic faith and complete a background check as required by the Diocese of Bismarck. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: Search Committee, Church of the Ascension, 1905 S 3rd St, Bismarck, ND 58504 Liberty Heights & Mandan Golden Age Classic Car Show — On Monday, September 11, the public is invited (free of charge) to admire classic cars dating back to as early as the 1920’s. The event will be held from 5:00 — 7:30 pm at 301 15th St NW, Mandan. Food and refreshments will be available to purchase, and entertainment will be by Flashback 45. For more info contact Billie at 701-663-6528. THIRST 2017 Men’s Conference — Sept. 23 — It’s almost here! Gentlemen, don’t forget to pre-register for the THIRST 2017 Men’s Conference on Saturday, Sept. 23. This FREE event will be hosted at the new Lumen Vitae University Center at the Univ. of Mary. Get ready to hear impactful presentations by Tim Staples from Catholic Answers and our own Msgr. Tom Richter from Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. Come and enjoy a day to spiritually “recharge,” with time for confessions, Eucharistic adoration, exhibitors, a Vigil Mass with Bishop Kagan, & good conversation with other men. Dads, plan to bring your sons of high-school age and older, as this event happens only every 3 years. Register and see the event schedule online at www.bismarckdiocese.com/thirst2017. For more info, contact Keven Wanner at 204-7187 or thirst@bismarckdiocese.com. The Bismarck-Mandan Serra Club pancake breakfast for reli-gious vocations will be held Sunday, Sept. 24, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at St. Mary’s Central High School cafeteria. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee will be served. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children ages 10 and under, and free for chil-dren under age three. All proceeds will be used for vocations. The Serra Club of Bismarck-Mandan has been supporting reli-gious vocation for over 50 years. St. Hildegard in Menoken will hold their annual fall festival on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Come enjoy sausage, roast beef, pies, buns, and all the trimmings. Cost is $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 4—10, and free for ages 3 and under. Fun includes games, Bingo, music and sale of home-baked goods, fresh garden produce, and religious arti-cles.

Holy Father’s Intentions for September

Parishes That our parishes, animated by a missionary spirit, may be places where faith is communicated and charity is seen.

CALENDAR 5 CTK SCHOOL NEWS

Christ the King School is fully accredited and offers a Catholic-centered curriculum.

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Tuesday, September 12 5:30 pm Mass 7:00 pm Pinochle in the Parish Life Center Wednesday, September 13 8:00 am Mass 9:00 am—9:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 10:00 am Quilters meet in Fr. Kuhn Room 3:00 pm Prayer Service in Adoration Chapel 5:30 pm Cor Regis Youth Group meeting Thursday, September 14 8:00 am Mass 4:00 — 9:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Friday, September 15 9:00 am School Mass Saturday, September 16 3:15 pm Confession before Mass 4:30 pm Mass

UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday, October 14 5:30 pm German Supper, Quilt Auction, and Raffle

SPAGHETTI SUPPER/BOOK FAIR SAINT JOSEPH SCHOOL, MANDAN

St. Joseph School, Mandan, will hold its 14th Annual Back-to-School Night Spaghetti Supper on Thurs., Sept. 28. Serving will be held in the school cafeteria from 5:00--7:00 pm. A meal of spaghetti and meat sauce, lettuce salad, garlic toast, milk or coffee, and dessert will be served. Price is $6 for adults, $4 for children 4-11 and 3 and under are free. Advance tickets are available at St. Joseph School or Parish. Tickets will also be sold at the door. Profits go to the St. Joseph School PTO.

The schools’ Annual Book Fair will also be held that day for the public from 4:30 to 8:00 pm at the school. Come eat and shop! Books make wonderful birthday and Christmas gifts. Scholastic offers a nice selection of quality books and prod-ucts at affordable prices. Something for every age. Please mark your calendars for Thursday, Sept. 28. Thank you!

Walk for Christ the King

Christ the King students will soon be mailing letters to

their family and friends to ask for donations as part of

their annual walk-a-thon. The students will also be invit-

ing family and friends to send in prayer requests, and

those intentions will be kept in prayer

while the students walk and pray the

Rosary at Ft. Lincoln State Park. The

walk and Rosary will be held on Tues.,

October 17, 2017.

Readings for the Week of September 10, 2017 Sun.: Ez 33:7-9/Ps 95:1-2, 6-9/Rom 13:8-10/Mt 18:15-20 Mon.: Col 1:24--2:3/Ps 62:6-7, 9/Lk 6:6-11 Tues.: Col 2:6-15/Ps 145:1b-2, 8-11/Lk 6:12-19 Wed.: Col 3:1-11/Ps 145:2-3, 10-13ab/Lk 6:20-26 Thurs.: Nm 21:4b-9/Ps 78:1bc-2, 34-38/Phil 2:6-11/Jn 3:13-17 Fri.: 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14/Ps 16:1b-2a, 5, 7-8, 11/ Jn 19:25-27 or Lk 2:33-35 Sat.: 1 Tm 1:15-17/Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7/Lk 6:43-49 Sun.: Sir 27:30--28:7/Ps 103:1-4, 9-12/Rom 14:7-9/ Mt 18:21-35

Observances for the Week of September 10, 2017 Sun.: Grandparents Day Mon.: Patriot Day Tues.: Most Holy Name of Mary Wed.: St. John Chrysostom, Bishop & Doctor of the Church Thurs.: Exaltation of the Holy Cross Fri.: Our Lady of Sorrows Sat.: Sts. Cornelius, Pope, & Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs Sun.: Catechetical Sunday ©Liturgical Publications Inc

REMEMBER: School/Staff Pictures Day will be held on

Monday, September 11, 2017.