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Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 Issue 4 - Jul 2020 Inside this Issue - Pastor's Desk - Faith Corner - Wellness during COVID - CTK Ministries - CCD Scholars Pastor's Desk another. Never forget the uniqueness of human creation- that- we are created in the “Image and Dear Friends in Christ, Likeness” of God. Catholic teachings on social justice reinforces our obligatory bond to one “United we stand, divided we fall” is not an another. It demands that we work each day to American saying, but it truly reflects the sole ensure that all those who suffer and who are conditions under which American Independence was oppressed to be set free and that they be allowed born and keeps living today: its fortitude blooms to pursue life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. when we come together in the spirit of oneness, and As brothers and sisters in Christ, as one FAMILY it is inconceivable when we feel separated from each and one COMMUNITY, let us embrace heritage, other. We never dreamed of celebrating unity and faith in thought and action. Independence Day (Jul 04) with a pandemic and Even though we couldn’t have a common mass societal tensions rooted in race relations. This year together yet, let us thank God that at least fifty our national holiday and the current national plus people are able to get together and celebrate atmosphere offer an opportunity for reflection and the Holy Mass. Let us always have a thankful for hope. When the founding fathers gathered in attitude in our lives during this tough time. 1776 to sign the Declaration of Independence it was Thankfulness is not some sort of magic formula; also a tense and anxiety-ridden time. As in the it is the language of Love, which enables us to present day, major challenges affected each one of us communicate intimately with God. It always in society. Let us not forget the famous words of rejoices in Him, our Savior, in the midst of trials Thomas Jefferson : “We hold these truths to be self- and tribulations. I am your refuge and strength, an evident: that all men are created equal; that they are ever-present and well-proved help in trouble. Let endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable us always be grateful for the things we have. rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the Thankful for everything-big and small- that fill pursuit of happiness.” our lives and make it special. Hope to see you all Dear Friends, we are in the land of opportunity soon. where, ideally, all would be given equal opportunity to achieve the best life possible based on one's own - Fr. Renny Kattel, Pastor merits. As we all know, our community is built by immigrants and each of our families has a migrant story; some are recent and others in the distant past. So, let us ensure that the God-given rights and dignity of every individual would be upheld without any discrimination and keep the responsibility to one Page | 1 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 – Jul 2020

Faith Praise the Lord ! ! We all entered 2020 with great anticipations and joy. We made many decisions and planned many events. But Covid 19 virus which is invisible to our naked eyes started destroying the human life all around the world. The fear of this unseen virus changed the social structure of the entire world. Most of the institutions were closed. Houses of worship became silent. Streets and roads became empty. People lost their jobs and their incomes. Gatherings and celebrations were cancelled. People stayed home. Death rate increased day by day which in turn caused anxiety in the community. Funerals were conducted without the presence of dear and near ones. People were depressed. Some of them surrendered to death. People who walked to the hospitals died within few days. All the health care professionals worked hard to sustain the life of the community. During this period, it is appropriate to look back on ourselves about our faith. As Christians we have only one goal in our life. That is the faith in the highest who raised us to the position of children of God through baptism. What is faith? Faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen (Heb11:1). Faith is a gift of God. We are the descendants of Abraham who is the father of faith. God the Father patiently awaits us as we stumble and fall away from the truth. When our life is in the midst of roaring waves, we trust our Lord, who calmed the wind and Waves, is with us. When we lose our paths, we believe the one who walked with disciples to Emmaus will lead us by hand to our destination. When we are in financial crisis, we know the one who got the coin from the mouth of a fish will help us. When we are isolated by family, friends, and colleagues we realize the one who was betrayed by his own disciple will whisper in our ears \" do not be afraid, I am with you\". When we are struck with ailments and sickness, He will be there to comfort us; heal us as an unseen guest. Even if He allows pain and difficulties, He will strengthen us to endure those pain and sufferings. When we fall away from His love by denying Him due to our human weakness, He who made Peter the head of the church despite being denied three times by him , will surely forgive us too. When we become the slaves of sin, our Lord, who took on the burden of all our sins and sweated blood in Gethsemane garden, will plead for us to the heavenly Father. When natural disasters occur, we trust in Him who is the creator of all the universe. When there is no food, we depend on Him who multiplied five loaves of bread to five thousand loaves. When our tongue is paralyzed not knowing what to say, he who is the Word Himself will strengthen our tongue. If we are lonely without anyone to go to, our Lord who poured out his heart for us, will say again and again \"I love you\". He will say, \"My Father is your Father, my mother is yours too, and my kingdom is your kingdom too.\" So, we are all members of a big joint family. Why should we worry then? Why should we worry when we are part of that big family that includes God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, holy mother, all the angels and saints. We are looking forward to being with them in the kingdom of God where there will be no more despair or worry. Our belief is that we have been redeemed by the precious blood of our Lord Jesus Christ to enjoy such a heavenly bliss. This is our faith which is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen. Amen. - Ancy Kattuveetil Page | 2 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 - Jul 2020

Wellness during the COVID-19 Pandemic Wellness is the active quest of activities, decisions and lifestyles that bring about holistic health. One must deliberately choose to pursue wellness, it cannot be attained through passive means. Attaining wellness goes beyond just physical health, there are several dimensions to wellness. A person’s physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental circumstances affect their level of wellness. Wellness can be viewed as a continuum where we must focus on prevention and maximize our vitality through positive choices. The corona virus pandemic has indeed rattled the entire world. As a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), I have been providing advanced airway, ventilator and hemodynamic support to patients suffering from COVID-19 in the OR, Emergency Department and ICU. Being on intubation teams and placing invasive lines/monitors for patients really made me realize how fragile life is. The fear and feeling of uncertainty affects everyone but, especially people serving on the front line of patient care. During times of crisis, it may be difficult to be strong but, we can overcome this challenge by working together. Every person has something unique that they can offer during this pandemic. Courage is what allows one to overcome obstacles even when you are placed in a challenging situation. Everyone must draw on their strength and support one another to fight COVID-19 as a community. It is natural to be worried during our current state of uncertainty but, try to look at the broader picture and take on each challenge one at a time. Praying and meditation can be great means to ease anxiety and provide comfort. I encourage everyone to think, write and talk about positive aspects of their day as a way to boost your mood. Acts of genuine kindness towards others can help improve our communities morale and reduce stress. Involving yourself in exercise, stretching and rest has been shown to significantly reduce stress. During this time of quarantine, spend quality time with your family and take time to do things that you have been putting aside. Let us all come together, take care of each other and be well. - Dr. Tobin Mathew Attumalil Page | 3 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 – Jul 2020

Ministries of our Parish Catechism Vocation Commission Senior Ministry Eucharistic Ministry - Simon Makil - Fini Manthurthuil (DRE) - Biju Muthalapidiyil - Simon Makil - Biju Kizhakepuram - Jinu Malika - Bonny Kattuveetil (Ass. DRE) - Suja Malika - Laila Amakil - Juby Kizhakepuram Altar Servers In charge - Ancy Kattuveetil - Tom Kadiampallil (Staff Secretary & Ass. DRE) - Juby Kizhakepuram Vincent De Paul Men Ministry Prayer Group - Jose Chamakkala Infant Ministry - Tom Kadiampallil - Simon Makil - Baby Valiyakalumkal - Juby Polaprayil - Josekutty Valiyakalumkal - Jinu Malika - Simon Kattapuram - Jaimon Nedumcheril - Daisy Mattapallil CML Ministry - Ally Vazhakattu Legion of Mary - Neethu Muthalapidiyil Teen Ministry - Marykutty Chamakalayil - Ninchu Valiyakalumkal Women Ministry - Ancy Kattuveetil - Livon Manthuruthil - Michael Kuplicatt - Nikitha Vaniamkunnel - Betsy Kizhakepuram - Benita Kizhakepuram - Jaimy Valiyanilam - Shyby Kaipuram Youth Ministry Albert Neethu Nevil Michael Merin Jesna Siju Nellickakuzhiyil Valiyakalumkal Muthalapidiyil Kuplicatt Kattappuram (Media Coordinator) (Vice President) (Treasurer) (Joint Secretary) (Executive Member) (President) (Secretary) Aneena Vaipel Tom Jaic Joseph Marvin Thadathil (Executive Member) Valiyakalumkal Kattappuram Kaipuram (Executive Member) (Executive Member) (Executive Member) (Executive Member) Meryl Kallickal Rinu (Director) Varickamanthottiyil (Director) Page | 4 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 – Jul 2020

CCD Scholars 2019-20 C O Gr1 - Anjali Vazhakattu Gr2 - Alyssa Veluthedathuparambil Gr7 - Betsy Kizhakepuram Gr9 –AnnMaria Kolangayil Gr9–Benita Kizhakepuram N Gold Scholar Gold Scholar Gold Scholar Gold Scholar G Gold Scholar R A Gr1 - Hannah Vazhakattu Gr7 - Livon Manthuruthil Gr3 - Leonna Polaprayil Gr6 - AnnLiya Kolangayil Gr6 - George Manthuruthil T Silver Scholar Silver Scholar Bronze Scholar Bronze Scholar Bronze Scholar S CTK CatechistsSilver Scholar Silver Scholar Gold ScholarSilver Scholar Silver Scholar Silver ScholarBronze Scholar Scored - 40/40 Scored- 39 /40 Scored- 37/40 Nimmy Muthalapidiyil Anu Kuplicatt Michael Kuplicatt Neethu Muthalapidiyil Christine Kunnumpurath Ashley Attumalil Kindergarten Grade 01 Grade 02 Grade 03 Grade 04 Grade 04 Ninchu Valiyakalumkal Aneena Vaipel Nevil Muthalapidiyil Jancy Vaipel Juby Kizhakepuram Bonny Kattuveetil Grade 05 Grade 06 Grade 07 Grade 07 Grade 08 Grade 09 Justin Kuplicatt Dear Catechists, Grade 10 We would not have these scholars with you. As Pope Francis said, being a catechist is not just a title, it is an attitude of abiding with him, and it lasts a lifetime. It means abiding in the Lord's presence and letting ourselves be led by him. Being a catechist is a vocation. Heartfelt gratitude for your time, efforts, patience, dedication, kindness & inspiration......Regards Fini Manthuruthil (DRE) Page | 5 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 – Jul 2020

Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 Announcements Mass Schedule • Our Sunday Holy Qurbana will be Live Streamed on - First Friday @ 7:30pm our Facebook page - Saturday @ 9:00AM • Picnic has been postponed till Carteret park opens for public - Sunday Eng Mass @ 10:00AM • Feast of St. Kuriakose – Jul 15 Mal Mass @ 11:00AM • Feast of Our Lady of Carmel – Jul 16 • Feast of St.James/Jacob – Jul 25 Season of Growth • Feast of St.Joachim & Anna – Jul 26 of the Church • Feast of St.John Maria Viyani – Aug 04 First Readings Save the date - Aug 16 to celebrate the feast of St.Joseph & St.Mary (Feast of the Assumption ) 02Aug - Deut 05:06 - 16 09Aug - Deut 05:16 - 24 16Aug - Lev 23:33 - 44 23Aug - Lev 19:01 - 04 30Aug - Lev 19:15 – 18 Second Readings 02Aug - 2Cor 07:01 - 11 09Aug - 2Cor 10:12 - 18 16Aug - 2Cor 12:14 - 21 23Aug -1Thes 02:01 - 12 30Aug -1Thes 02:14 - 20 Gospel Readings 02Aug - Jn 09:1-12,35-38 09Aug - Mk 07:01 - 13 16Aug - Lk 16:19 - 31 23Aug - Lk 17:11 - 19 30Aug - Lk 18:01 - 08 Jun 2020 Collections $ 3,527 Trustees Bulletin Editorial Board Bible Quote Josekunju Chamakalayil @ - Fr.Renny Kattel John 20 : 25 +1 732 512 7964 - Alex Nedumthuruthil Lumon Manthuruthil @ - Fini Manthuruthil Thomas said to them “Unless I see +1 779 771 1550 - Joby Thadathil the mark of the nails in his hands - Jaimy Valiyanilam and put my finger into the nail For feedback, email us @ - Jomy Chembampara marks, I will not believe.” [email protected] Page | 6 Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey Issue 4 – Jul 2020