Corpus Christi Blog

Pentecost

05-31-2020Weekly ReflectionJen Arnold, M.A. in Theology and Catechetics

Today we celebrate the feast of Pentecost and it is, therefore, a good time to reflect a little on how the Holy Spirit works, both in the Church, as well as in our own lives.

“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you.” -John 14:26

God knew that after the resurrection and ascension of His Son, Jesus, we were going to need some extra help. While Jesus physically walked the earth, all anyone had to do was listen to Him directly to know what He willed for them. However, when left to our own devices for too long, we humans tend to muck things up. We received the gift of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost in order to continually guide and advise us on the Father’s will for the Church as a whole and for individuals as well.

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May 29

05-29-2020Parish Update

As we continue in the first phase of reopening, please be sure to sign up for our Flocknote emails so that you receive the Mass Reservations invitation as well as other updates and biweekly e-newsletter.

Please take a few minutes to watch this important video about reopening.

The Nine Grades of Prayer - 8th and 9th Grades

05-25-2020Weekly ReflectionJen Arnold, M.A. in Theology and Catechetics

This week is the final week of the series on the nine grades of prayer. We’ll take a closer look at the last two grades. These final grades can seem very out of reach for the vast majority of us, and perhaps that is true, but it is important for us to know what is possible when it comes to our relationship with God. If nothing else, these final grades can provide us with a deeper understanding of what some of our great saints experienced and what awaits us in Heaven.

8th Grade of Prayer – Prayer of Conforming Union

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Farewell and Thank You!

05-23-2020Weekly ReflectionFr. Chad King

As I announced last weekend, Bishop Olmsted has asked me to become the pastor at St. Gabriel’s in Cave Creek, and unfortunately, this weekend is my last weekend here. Throughout this past week I have been trying to wrap my head and my heart around this transition, as it will be very difficult for me to leave Corpus Christi. I share this because I want each of you to know how much I have loved being your Pastor.

You might wonder why so sudden of a move, and why I was selected. St. Gabriel’s is in a time of growth. They are in the process of building a new parish building and school building. The money has been raised and construction has just started. Bishop Olmsted needs a new pastor there who can immediately see to the construction while shepherding the faith of the community as they grow in making use of the new buildings. He has chosen me, not only because I am familiar with the community (I was the associate pastor there prior to being assigned here), but also because I have a love for evangelization – helping each person draw closer to God. So, I am honored that the bishop thinks that I am the right pastor to lead the flock up there.

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May 18 Update

05-18-2020Parish Update

As Bishop Olmsted and his advisors continue to assess the pandemic situation, they will provide updates for the faithful to slowly return to parish gatherings. Here are the changes for Corpus Christi for this week:

Weekend Mass Attendance: Due to limited seating, everyone must sign up for the Mass they wish to attend. Weekend Mass sign-up link will be sent by Flocknote at 6:00pm every Wednesday for the coming weekend. (Do not use a previous sign-up link to register - each week is different!)

If you were able to attend Mass this past weekend, please refrain from signing up for 24 hours after the link to register is sent (Thursday 6pm) to allow other parishioners the opportunity to register and attend.

FIND MASS TIMES

Daily Mass Attendance: Please pick up a “A Person Sat Here” card to leave in the pew when you exit. Please volunteer to clean afterward if you are able.

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The Nine Grades of Prayer - 6th & 7th Grades

05-17-2020Weekly ReflectionJen Arnold, M.A. in Theology and Catechetics

This week we are going to examine the 6th and 7th grades of prayer as developed by St. Teresa of Avila. Hopefully, you’ve been able to reap some fruit in your prayer life and have increased your desire for intimacy with God. As we go further along in this journey of exploration, remember to not be discouraged by how out of reach some of this may seem. Instead, approach the possibilities with a sense of wonder and awe. God is so good and has made amazing things available to each of us if we continue to desire them and seek Him out in all things.

6th Grade of Prayer – Prayer of Quiet

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Welcome Back!

05-15-2020Parish Update

Beginning this week, Bishop Olmsted permits Parishes to open Mass to the public on a limited basis.

Please note that the Bishop’s dispensation for weekly Mass attendance is still in effect, so only come to Mass if you are healthy and comfortable doing so.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation with the following procedures and logistics that are designed to keep everyone safe and in compliance with CDC/State guidelines while maintaining a reverent and prayerful atmosphere.

Weekend Mass Attendance - must register to attend Weekend Masses

Weekend Masses are open for attendance beginning May 16 & 17. Weekend Mass sign-up willbegin at 6pm on Thursday this week, and at 6pm on Wednesdays in the weeks to follow. You will receive a Flocknote text message at that time. Click the link to register. 

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The Nine Grades of Prayer - The Dark Night of Sense & the 5th Grade

05-10-2020Weekly ReflectionJen Arnold, M.A. in Theology and Catechetics

Over the last two weeks we have examined the first four of the nine grades of prayer. Remember, in those first four grades, we are in control of the activity in our prayer life and the progress we make, with the help of God’s grace, of course. The last five grades of prayer are completely out of our control and are a means by which God comes into certain souls of His choosing to bring about a closer union with them. Whether or not any of us are chosen for such intimacy with God while here on earth is not meant to be discouraging, but rather, to make us all aware of what is possible when we pour our entire beings into an intimate relationship with God.

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The Nine Grades of Prayer - 3rd and 4th Grades

05-03-2020Weekly ReflectionJen Arnold, M.A. in Theology and Catechetics

You were hopefully able to find some opportunitiesto practice more meaningful verbal and meditativeprayer in the last week. Continue to keep comingback to those simpler forms throughout your prayerlife. This week, we will explore the 3rd and 4thgrades of prayer.

3rd Grade of Prayer – Affective PrayerThe majority of the development ofthis grade of prayer comes to us fromSt. Francis de Sales. If you are interested,his book, Introduction to the DevoutLife, is an excellent resource writtenspecifically to help lay people seek outholiness in their everyday lives.

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