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.

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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

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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 (1/28/2018): $7,130

Weekly Budget: $8,966

Budget Balance This Week: -$1,836

PRAYER INTENTIONS

Ray Riedinger, Darlene Hohbein, Marge Hartman, Hildegard Steckler, Gloria Sauers, Jeff Bezdicek, Johanna Metcalf, Luke Kilzer, Kathy Heisler, Amelia Dalbol, Holli Kautzman, Gail Nor-ton, Jim Kopp, Tom Frohlich, Toni Snider, Margy Markel, Mar-lene Schwartzbauer, Monica Schmidt, Drake Rubik, Scott Prat-er, Charles Bauer, Erika Schatz, Veronica Schaner, Tony Barn-hardt, Aria Schaner, Norma Jean Wetsch, Mya Weigel, Dorothy Beehler, Jeremy, Shayla Polanchek, Brittany Goter, Diane Hopfauf, Judi Bankhead, Carol Stumpf Metzger, Luke Berger, Jr., Vernon T. Foster, Deb Bjerke, Todd Boehm, Mark Caya, Kyra Blue, Sheila Crawford, Faith Heizelman, Brittany Mack, Joe Schatz, Ron Schaaf, Laurel Sullivan, Charlene Ost, Sonja Binstock, Jeff Paul, Edna Crawford, & Ralph Hatzenbihler.

Looking for way to grow deeper in your relationship with Christ as a family this Lent?

Sign up for FORMED with the parish custom URL, www.ctkmandan.formed.org. Signing up is now easier than ever, and it is free.

Once you've signed in, click on 'FORMED for Christ the King' at the top of the page, and you will see two engaging and well-made video series specifically designed for fami-lies to watch and study together weekly during the sea-sons of Lent and Easter: 'A Lent to Remember' and 'Opening the Word.'

REFLECTION

PARISH INFORMATION & EVENTS

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St. Josephine Bakhita — February 8, 2018 The saints are more than lovely pictures on a holy card. If we dig a little deeper, their lives can challenge and transform our own. On February 8th, the Church celebrates St. Josephine Bakhita. As a young girl, St. Josephine was kidnapped from her family in Darfur and sold into slavery at age nine. She was introduced to Catholicism as an adolescent and experienced a profound love for Jesus Christ. St. Josephine eventually gained legal freedom and entered religious life. Though she bore over one hundred scars beneath her habit, St. Josephine forgave her enemies and be-came known in the convent for her humility and joyful spirit. Author Fr. Jeff Kirby writes, "Saint Josephine gives us all a scarred and human face to the evils of human trafficking, racial tension, and of the brutality found in the peripheries. Her life demands a response." As we approach the season of Lent, let us recall our own call to conversion and an active concern for those who suffer. Saint Josephine is the patron saint of Sudan.

Newly Baptized

Devan June Quinlen

daughter of Justin and Angela Quinlen

ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK

CHRIST THE KING YARD SALE 2018

If you are selling or cleaning out your house and have some useful items you would like to donate, please consider donat-ing them to CTK. Storage space is available if needed. Call Joseph K. Schatz at 663-6265. Your donations are tax deductible.

RELIGIOUS ARTICLES ROOM

The Religious Articles Room is usually open Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to noon. Religious greeting cards for all occasions, including Valentine cards, are sold individually or by the box. These beautiful cards for St. Valentine’s Day are $0.75 each or 12 for $8.00.

Many religious items are available to show your love for God and others, and they make great Valentine gifts!

MEN’S “EXODUS 90”

Starting mid-February, the men of our parish are invited to participate in a life-changing program called Exodus 90. It consists of 90 days of fasting, penance, and prayer specifically geared toward men.

Find new freedom and peace in your life, and strengthen your relationship with Christ by joining this group. The group will meet weekly, and Fr. Schneider will serve as a spiritual director for the group monthly. Visit www.exodus90.com for more info, and contact Amanda Dukart if you are interested in participating. More specific details will be posted online and in the bulletin!

FAITH AND FINANCES

Christ the King, 6:00—8:00 pm

In this 3-part workshop, experts from Catholic United Financial will lead young adults & couples in topics that are key to healthy finances. Designed for newly married couples & career-oriented single adults, this workshop breaks down truths about every-day financial habits & concepts that are easy to grasp & put into place.

February 8 — Part 1 February 15 — Part 2 February 22 — Part 3

Childcare provided.

RSVP to katrina.kuntz@ctkmandan.com

AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS 4 LIT. MINISTERS & INTENTIONS

Tuesday, February 6, 2018 5:30 pm Special Intention Altar Server: Dominic Gardner Wednesday, February 7, 2018 8:00 am †Dale Lesmeister Thursday, February 8, 2018 8:00 am †Ken Gerhardt Friday, February 9, 2018 9:00 am †Mary Ann Kalvoda Saturday, February 10, 2018 4:30 pm †Bernard Leingang Altar Servers: Jon Wingenbach EMES: Barb Braun, Tammy Hopfauf, Kim Dahl Lector: Corey Dahl Ushers: Con Markel, Francis Hopfauf, Jim Benz Gift Bearers: Brian Wingenbach Family Music: Mary Stumpf, Accompanist: Jane Porter Sunday, February 11, 2018 8:00 am For Our Parishioners Altar Servers: Volunteer EMES: Darlene Leingang, Roys Willenbring, Karl VanOrman, Deacon Doug Helbing, Elaine Willenbring Lector: Laura Helbling-Schaff Ushers: Al Schatz, Joe Koch, Paul Schaff Gift Bearers: Gabe Volk Family Music: Jacob Wanner, Accompanist: Liz Kapella 10:00 am †Dale Rummel Greeters: Main Entrance: Chuck and Jean Bingert Chapel Entrance: Bob and Kim Nutsch Altar Servers: Volunteer EMES: Sandra Stoltz, Connie Schlosser, Greg Rummel, Deacon Doug Helbing, Julie Schatz, Dorothy Berreth, Gerard Mahrer Lector: Tara Rummel Ushers: Rory Schlosser, Davy Kottsick, Aric & Chase Bandle Gift Bearers: Gerard Mahrer Family Music: Jacey & Jacob Wanner, Accompanist: Liz Kapella *Please be responsible for finding your own replacements if you are unable to be present

Holy Father’s Intentions for February

Universal: Say “No” to Corruption

That those who have material, political or spiritual power may resist any lure of corruption.

You are invited to a Pinochle Card Party at St. Mary's Parish MultiPurpose Room on Sunday, February 11, at 1:00 pm. There is a $5.00 entrance fee. Lunch served following the games. RESTORE: A Young Adult Retreat — Enter into Lent with a weekend of rest and community with many opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. This new retreat being held in Glen Ullin (~45 min. west of Bismarck) is open to all young adults—single or married, and ages 20-40(ish) — and will take place Feb. 16-18 with a bonus half-day Feb. 19 (President’s Day) for anyone able to stay longer. Space is limited, and the deadline to register is Feb 12. For more info, please email Renae at sacredheart@westriv.com. CANA Dinner — Marriage is a gift! Come join us Sat., Feb. 17, at the Municipal Country Club, for a night to celebrate and re-new the gift of marriage God has blessed you with. The evening will include: 5:00 pm-appetizers & cash bar; 6:00 pm-blessing & renewal of vows by Bishop Kagan; 6:15 pm-dinner; 7:00 pm-presentation by Dr. James Link on marriage; 8:00 pm-dance. Register at bismarckdiocese.com/cana. Cost is $50/couple. The Hannah’s Hope Mass is an opportunity for the community to pray for/with and support those suffering from infertility. It will be offered by Bishop Kagan at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Bismarck on Monday, Feb. 12, at 7:00 pm. Questions can be directed to Christie Collins at 864-354-5046. All are encouraged to attend. Join us for Ultreya on February 6 at 7:00 pm at St. Mary’s Par-ish in Bismarck. Ultreya is a gathering of people who have made a Cursillo weekend. For more information contact Kathy Dosch at 527-3221 or check out our page on the Diocesan website: http://bismarckdiocese.com/cursillo-1 Job Openings — Please submit cover letter, resume, three ref-erences and St. Mary’s Parish application for employment to Cressy Aberle, 806 E. Broadway Ave., Bismarck, ND 58501, or cressy@stmarysparishfamily.net.

Cemetery Manager St. Mary’s Parish Family in Bismarck is seeking qualified appli-cants for a part-time St. Mary’s Cemetery Manager starting May 1, 2018. Qualifications: A practicing Roman Catholic with a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. Three or more years of supervisory experience is a plus. The ideal candidate would plan, organize, implement and promote St. Mary’s Cem-etery burial ministry to the dead, their family, friends, and loved ones in order to offer consolation in time of grief. For further info, contact Cressy Aberle, Parish Manager at 701-223-5562.

Cemetery Groundskeeper St. Mary’s Parish Family, Bismarck, ND, is seeking a motivated applicant for a full time seasonal Groundskeeper at the St. Mary’s Cemetery starting April 1, 2018. Responsibilities in-clude providing grounds equipment repair and maintenance, general lawn maintenance, and janitorial support. Applicant must have the knowledge of grounds equipment operation, repair skills, be able to work independently, and be able to lift at least 50 pounds. This is a seasonal full-time position from April 1 until October 1. For further info contact Cressy Aberle, Parish Manager, at 701-223-5562.

CALENDAR

CDA

Our February CDA meeting is Monday, February 12, at 6:30 pm, beginning with Rosary in St. Joseph’s Church. Following will be our meeting with Shawna Helbling speaking about youth group activities. All women are invited to join us.

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World Youth Day Information Webinar, February 25, 2018

An informational webinar will be held on Sunday, February 25, at 7:00 pm CST for those young adults interested in signing up for World Youth Day 2019 in Panama, January 21-28, 2019. The webinar will provide participants with info about World Youth Day, Panama, and the registration process, and will be led by the pilgrimage host, Faith Journeys. To attend the webinar, please sign up online at https://bismarckdiocese.com/wyd or contact Carrie Davis at cdavis@bismarckdiocese.com. Register by Fri., Feb. 23. Spirit of Life Soup Kitchen Lenten Luncheons Begin Thursday, February 15, 2018 — For the past several years, Spirit of Life Catholic Church has offered a series of Lenten Luncheon talks in conjunction with our Thursday Soup Kitchen. Please join us during Lent over your Thursday lunch hour for soup, sandwiches and an opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ as we prepare for Easter. Our speakers this year will include: Monsignor Chad Gion on 2/15/18, Deacon Randy Frohlich on 2/22/18, Shelly Preszler on 3/1/18, Ray Morrell on 3/8/18, Dominick Goettle on 3/15/18 and Fr. Chris Kadrmas on 3/22/18. Soup is served at 11:30 am and our speaker begins at 12:00. Everyone is welcome to attend. Any questions, please call 663-1660 or email marijo@myspiritoflife.com.

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Catholic United Financial

Catholic Schools Raffle

Our students are now selling raffle tickets to raise money for the school. 80% of the ticket sales go directly towards the tui-tion costs for the family you purchase the ticket from. The other 20% goes to CTK School.

We are thankful that Catholic United Financial sponsors this raffle each year. They cover all expenses—including the cost of tickets and all the prizes! We receive 100% of the profits on these ticket sales.

Tickets are $5 each, and they offer a chance to win your choice of $20,000 or a 2018 Chevy Trax, a $5,000 Dream Vacation, family getaways to Duluth, MN, smart TVs, Twin Ticket Packag-es, Apple iPads, gift cards, and more!

Watch for students selling tickets after weekend Masses, or con-tact a CTK School family to buy tickets!

Monday, February 5 7:00 pm Women’s Bible Study in PLC Tuesday, February 6 5:30 pm Mass Wednesday, February 7 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 3:45 pm Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Session I 5:30 pm Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Session II 5:45—7:15 pm Family Faith Formation (PLC) 7:00 pm Confirmation — The Rock at SMCHS Thursday, February 8 8:00 am Mass 4:00 — 9:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 6:00 — 8:00 pm Faith and Finances Part One at CTK Friday, February 9 9:00 am School Mass Saturday, February 10 3:15 pm Confession before Mass 4:30 pm Mass 5:30 — 9:00 pm Starry Night Ball — PTO Fundraiser

UPCOMING EVENTS

Tuesday, February 13 8:00 pm School Board Meeting in Fr. Kuhn Room

Tickets are available now online or at the door for $12. Or purchase for $10 at the school office. This event is a CTK PTO fundraiser, all proceeds will benefit the students and staff at Christ the King. This event is weather permitting, tickets are non-refundable.

January 28 —February 3, 2018

Mr. Nagel helps students create centerpieces (above).

CTK students dress in their spirit shirts to celebrate Catho-lic Schools Week. (left)