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Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 Issue 3 - Jun 2020 Inside this Issue - Pastor's Desk - Faith Corner - Gift of Time - Father’s Day greetings by CCD kids Pastor's Desk Month of June is special to us as we also celebrate the FATHERS DAY. Happy Father’s Day Dear Friends in Christ, wishes to all the dads in our Christ the King family. Dear loving ‘Fathers’ I ask that you have The Church marks time by the great events of the life the grace to be very close to your children, of Jesus Christ and the Christian Faith. In so doing letting them grow, but being by their side. They she invites each one of us to live differently - in need you, your presence, to be there, and your every culture and in every age. love!” St. Joseph’s “great mission is to be a guardian,” Let this saint be a model for all The heart is the center of a person, the place fathers, to guide and accompany their children from which he/she makes the choices which will and to grow in “wisdom and age and grace.” affect the world within them and around them. In Learn from him that only trust in God can turn the month of June, devotion to the Heart of Jesus doubt into certainty, evil into good, total reminds us that, it is in His Sacred Humanity that we darkness of the night into a radiant dawn. On find the pattern for becoming fully human this day, remember not only God the Father in ourselves. The Feast of the Sacred Heart reminds us heaven, but also your own fathers and every of our mission in a culture which has forgotten God. father, whether alive or deceased. Let us spend the month of June in prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, lifting up our Nation, indeed - Fr. Renny Kattel, Pastor the whole world, to the One in whom we place all of our trust. He will not disappoint; His Heart still beats Father’s Day Blessing with Mercy and Love for the world. Gracious and Loving God, It is your Let our prayer orient towards, changing our commandment that we should honor our own hearts, preparing ourselves for our call/mission fathers, hear the prayers we offer you for in whatever life situations we are in. As we know them. Grant them many years on earth almost every person on the planet, had life and keep them well in body and mind. situations that changed drastically since before lent Bless their word and all they do. this year. Many indeed are suffering, whether Give them back a hundred-fold for through illness or by watching loved ones sicken. whatever they have done for us. Thank God – we are partially returning to normalcy Inspire them with your love and help them and let us hope and pray that this tribulations might to fulfill your holy law. One day, may we be never return. So dear friends it is important not to their comfort and support, so that having let fear control us; the love of the Heart of Christ will enjoyed their affection on earth, we may be our great strength. have the joy of being with them forever in your home in Heaven. Amen. Page | 1 Issue 3 – Jun 2020

Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 Faith It is likely that, as Christians, you are already aware of what faith is and, more importantly, what it means to walk by faith. However that is just the first layer. The next step to living a life towards sainthood is asking yourself a very important question: What does faith do? Our Lord is meticulous and does everything in a particular order. According to the Word of God, the first thing faith does is heal. “Then Jesus answered her, ‘Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.’ And her daughter was healed instantly” (Matthew 15:28). Jesus does not fulfil this woman’s request immediately, although she asks multiple times. Yet she stays persistent in her request to the Lord. She never faltered and never gave up. After testing her faith and seeing the strength of it, the Lord granted her request and her daughter was healed. All because of this woman’s faith. After healing, one needs to regain their strength, which is the next thing faith does. Isaiah 40:31 says, “But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” This strength does not all come at once. It takes time and patience because we are fighting a battle throughout the duration of our lives, and our faith is constantly making us stronger and stronger. As we get closer to God, the spiritual battles become more difficult. Therefore, we will need more strength to fight. As our faith increases, so will our strength. The third task of faith is to help us grow. Just as a tree grows from a seed into a majestic tree, faith grows within the healed and strong and multiplies, allowing for the growth of the Church. Saint Matthew instructs us to “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:19-20). Faith is like a fire; we are called to spread it. We are called as disciples to make more disciples, allowing our Holy Church to grow. Love multiplies; just as the love of a husband and wife leads to their multiplication – their children – so our love as disciples of God should lead to the growth of the Catholic Church and Christian faith. Once faith has spread and grown, it then transforms. Titus 3:5 states, “He saved us, not because of any works of righteousness that we have done, but according to his mercy, through the water of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.” Through faith, the Holy Spirit transforms each of us into weapons for the Kingdom of Heaven. This transformation is only possible through the Holy Spirit. The journey of faith is a difficult one. As Christians on a difficult journey, we undoubtedly need help to be healed, strengthened, grown and transformed. The Holy Spirit is our warrior, helping us to be reborn in faith. In Acts 2, we see this transformation was necessary for the apostles as well. Although he walked with Jesus for over three years, following Him, travelling and performed miracles with Him, Peter’s character did not change until the Holy Spirit changed him at Pentecost. We are all Peters, and we all need the Holy Spirit for a holy transformation in our lives – our very own Pentecost, if you will. Acts of faith are not enough. And of course, our second helper is Mother Mary, the Queen of Faith. When the angel appeared to her at the annunciation, telling her remarkable and truly unbelievable news, she had no doubt in her heart. Rather she said, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word” (Luke 1:38). As the true epitome of humble faith we must pray for her intercession so we may have an increase in faith and work as disciples for the glory of God’s Kingdom. This Pentecost, may we set the world on fire. By Jeni Kurian Malika Page | 2 Issue 3 – Jun 2020

Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 The Gift of Time and Quarantine Last week I had to quickly go back to my classroom for a couple of minutes to pick up something. When I walked in, the first thing I noticed was the wooden date keeper that showed today's date. It showed Friday, March 13th. I felt like I was looking at a time capsule. No one was in that room since Friday, March 13th, when the decision to close schools was made. How much has changed in our day to day life since March 13th? As a teacher, I have the type of work where as much as I have to be available to my students, I do not have to “log in and off” like many other work from home professionals do. It is a blessing and a curse as it has challenged my time management. I have so much control of how I use my time during the day (with the caveat of course of a 3 year old who is excited to have his mom home all the time now!) So as much as balancing family/work life is more of a challenge, God has truly blessed me with more time to spend with him than I had when life was what it used to be. Don’t get me wrong. I miss travelling and visiting places, but I guess the “homebody” in me was also relishing this time. Since Friday, March 13th, I have been able to reflect on the precious gift that time really is. Not because I am good at it, but because I struggled to manage my newfound time at home. To be honest, I have been struggling with easily wasting so much time on my phone. The peak of my awareness of the gift of time occurred during the end of the first two weeks of quarantine. I remember getting hooked on the show The Marvelous Mrs. Masiel on Amazon Prime. It’s just so easy to click “next episode”. In fact, it was after finishing those seasons so quickly that I recognized how gross I felt after spending all that time on my phone when my family thought I was asleep. And I compromised my time the next day due to staying up late into the night. It was through that experience that I knew God telling me that I can do better. To be clear, there is nothing wrong with TV and shows, but binge watching rarely feels good for your physical body or soul. However, I do know that many peers can relate. This is an example of a pleasure that feels good at the moment, but when it’s over I don’t always feel too good. (Unlike exercise and prayer, which I often struggle to start, but am so happy I did it when it’s over!) Thank God we have a loving and merciful Abba Father. As much as I felt ashamed, and guilty for wasting all that time over a show, I am reminded that nothing I do can ever separate us from the love of our Father in Heaven who not only sees how his daughter struggles, but embraces me in my weakness. It is in that recognition of my weakness that I realize how much I need God’s unconditional love (2 Corinthians 12:9). So we set some screen limits to help decrease my phone time. I started listening to sleep prayer meditations on an amazing Catholic prayer app called Hallow before I fall asleep. Now we have Mass present to us online whenever we want. On the good days when I can start my day with Jesus, the Mass, reflecting on HIS word, I am so happy that happened. (Similar to exercise too...because endorphins really do work!) Some days are honestly better than others. I am grateful that the “foodie” in me has had more time for kitchen experimentation, organizing our clothes/the pantry, connecting more with relatives outside the USA, reflecting on my own mental health this past year, and especially reflecting on my vocation as a wife, mom and teacher. For me writing has been my medium of reflection. Whether I am praying to God or reflecting on my experiences, writing has allowed me to organize the chaos of my thoughts. I have benefited from the time that has been allotted during this historic time for our country. I raise my hats to those of you learning new skills and I encourage you to not waste this time. Get on YouTube and learn something new! Use your family to help keep you accountable. I have students who have learned how to do woodwork, repair things, even do good Tik Tok challenges (as long as they are appropriate!) I would be remiss if I did not recognize how good we have it at home. I am not on the frontlines fighting COVID-19. I am safely at home. We have what we need and we have each other. I have been so impressed with the solidarity and gratefulness of our essential workers at this time. We have amazing people in our community that have fought through Coronavirus. This time has been difficult for so many, so it’s especially important that we appreciate the true value of time. How has God been asking you to use your time? What do you prioritize during your day? - By Alvina James Kooplikkat Page | 3 Issue 3 – Jun 2020

Christ The King Knanaya Catholic Church, New Jersey 67 Fitch St, Carteret, NJ 07008 Hats off to you Graduates 2020 ! ! Congratualtions on your well-deserved success & best wishes for your next adventure. Page | 4 Issue 3 – Jun 2020

Happy Father's Day Appa! Lots of Happy father's day daddy. U R the best daddy in the Umma - Diya Valiyanilam entire world. I ❤ U - Ally & Josukutty Shaiju Vazhakattu Achacha you taught us the love of a father. In your arms we are safe. You Happy Father’s Day Daddy! Thank you for your love taught us selflessness. To you we are forever grateful. We love you and care. You are our sunshine!! V ❤ U so much - Achacha. Happy Father’s Day Umma - Evana & Gianna Kadiampallil Jonathan, Joshua & Jazlyn Chempanparayil. Happy Father’s day daddy ! You are the best dad Thank you for being the best dad in the world – Aditya Vazhakattu in the whole world. You make my day. – Aleesha, I love you daddy and U r the best. Happy Father's day – Anjali Vazhakattu Leonna & Elias Polaprayil The best daddy. I ❤ U – Vismaya Vazhakattu HAPPY FATHERS DAY APPA ! You are very kind and loving. You Thank you Appa for making me and Nathan breakfast when taught me how to ride a bike and always surprised me with Amma is busy at work. Special thanks for keeping Nathan busy delicious food. I love the way you garden and cook and hope when I am doing my homework with Amma. Thank you for to learn those from you. You are my hero and the most kind hearted person I have met. - Alyssa Veluthedathuparambil everything you do for us ❤ U Appa - Naomi Malayil My dad is the best dad ever! He is always there when I need Pappa, you always helps me with my problems and him. He is always by my side. He always understands me and is homework. Thank you for solving them. Happy super nice. He is the best dad ever! - George Manthuruthil Father's Day - Nikita Poozhikunnel Happy father’s day dad! Hope you have a good one and Dear Achacha! You are the most hard working man I know in this thank you for always being there and helping me! ❤- whole world. I love u and I am seriously blessed with everything you Taniya Valiyakalumkal have done for me. I’ve never seen a man work as much as you. Happy Father’s Day enjoy your day! - Hannah Valiyakallumkal Happy Father’s Day Acha! Thank you so much for all that you do for The imprint of a Father remains us. We appreciate you and everything that you have worked hard to forever on the life of a child. give to us. You have taught Jaic, Simon, and I to learn how to work hard for what we want. ❤ Jaic, Minnu, & Simon Kattapuram Happy Father’s Day ! ! Dear Pappa, Thank you for being an amazing father and for all the things With warmest thoughts & wishes you do for us. You are honestly my inspiration. I hope you have an amazing today and every day. Father’s Day. Love you so so much. ❤ Melissa & Jeffin Kattapuram Dear Appa, Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for always having my back no matter what. You always put your feeling aside and cared for us, even during times which are tougher for you. I know I am not an easy child to handle but you have done it. Happy Father's Day to our first hero. You have done everything you can do to keep us happy and have the best future - Leon & Simon Nedumcheril possible. Thank you for dealing with my stupidity for all these years. I couldn’t ask for a better father in this world. - Olivia Manthuruthil Happy Father’s Day Pappa. I love you so much. You’re such an Happy Father's Day dad! Thank you for always working amazing dad and a very nice person. I learned a lot of things hard for us! We love you and are happy to have you as from you. You’re my role model and the best. Once again Happy Father’s Day everyone. Jeswin Kalapurakunnumpuram a father.❤ Jais, Jaiden, Jonathan Chirayil Daddy, you are always there by my side. You are there to help Daddy, you are so loving, caring, hardworking, me and make me feel better. I love you so much and I hope that and always make me laugh. I love you and Happy you have a wonderful Father’s Day! - Betsy Kizhakkepuram Father’s Day! - Benita Kizhakkepuram Dear Pappa, You are so full of love, wisdom, patience and creativity. I love you Dear Appa, thank you for always pushing for being who you are and for all that you do for me and the family. Looking me to my limit and always having my back, our talks, trips, window shopping for cars, swimming, grilling, painting back. Thank you for spoiling me with your etc are some of the times & activities I have cherished doing with you. I love and kindness. Thank you for teaching thought anyone can be a father but it takes someone special to be a dad. me how to better myself every day. Happy Father’s Day to a wonderful Pappa! I love you. - Livon Manthuruthil Happy Father’s Day! - Milton Kuryala A good father is one One strict yet caring father is way greater than 100 intellectual teachers. My dad is of the most unsung, the best dad I could ask for. He helps me with my math doubts and could get strict unpraised, unnoticed while teaching. Otherwise he is always funny and jovial. Thank you achachi so much & yet one of the most for your love & care. Happy Father’s Day Achachi ! ! - Anita Puthenpurackal valuable assets in our society Dear Pappa, There are not enough words to describe how important you are to us. You've always been there when we needed you. We just want to let you know that you mean the world to us. We feel so blessed to have a father like you, we love you so much Pappa. Happy Father's day. ❤ Annmaria & Annliya Kolangayil

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 our - First Friday @ 7:30pm Facebook page - Saturday @ 9:00AM - Sunday • Daily prayers at 8pm will be live on our dedicated prayer line 1 425-436-6385 access code 643503# Eng Mass @ 10:00AM Mal Mass @ 11:00AM • Family Conference has been postponed to Jul 01 – Jul 03, 2021 Season of Apostles • Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Jun 19 First Readings • Birth of John the Baptist – Jun 24 • Sts. Peter & Paul, Apostles – Jun 29 05Jul - Deut 04:01 - 08 • Dukhrana of St. Thomas Apostle – Jul 03 12Jul - Deut 04:10 - 14 • We will celebrate feast of St. Thomas on Jul 05 19Jul -1Kgs 18:30 - 39 26Jul - Deut 04:32 - 40 !ATTENTION PLEASE Second Readings While the stay at home orders are lifted and we are slowly getting back to 05Jul - 1Cor 10:23 - 31 normalcy, let us be vigilant & careful and follow the below mentioned 12Jul - 1Cor 16:01 - 14 guidelines when in church. 19Jul - 1Cor 01:09 - 16 1. Entrance to the church will be through the main door and Exit through 26Jul - 2Cor 03:04 - 12 the side doors Gospel Readings 2. Mask should be worn at all times (bring your own mask). 3. Upon entering the church, you must sanitize your hands. It will be 05Jul - Lk 12:57 – 13.5 12Jul - Lk 13:22 - 30 available at the main entrance of our Church or you are welcome to bring 19Jul - Lk 14:07 - 14 and use your own. 26Jul - Lk 15:11 - 32 4. Seating - Pews and chairs are marked to maintain proper social distancing. Members of the same household may be seated together in May 2020 the same pew. Collections 5. For Holy Communion, single line should be formed at the center of the aisle with proper social distancing. Holy Communion must be received in $ 2,010 the hand at this time. 6. Social gatherings in the church premises are not permitted during this time. 7. Food or refreshments will not be available/provided during this time 8. Church will be sanitized/disinfected after each Mass. 9. Live streaming of Mass will still be available. Trustees Bulletin Editorial Board Bible Quote Proverbs 23:22 Josekunju Chamakalayil @ - Fr.Renny Kattel “Listen to your father, who gave +1 732 512 7964 - Alex Nedumthuruthil you life, and do not despise your Lumon Manthuruthil @ - Fini Manthuruthil mother when she is old.” +1 779 771 1550 - Joby Thadathil - Jaimy Valiyanilam Issue 3 – Jun 2020 For feedback, email us @ - Jomy Chembampara [email protected] Page | 6