ChurchSt. Christophers Catholic Church

1420 Grandview Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43212-2891 (614) 486-0457
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Bible Story Books

Are available in the vestibule under the St. Christopher Youth bulletin board. Please feel free to let your young children enjoy these during Mass. Kindly return the books at the end of Mass.

 

New Translation of the Roman Missal…

 

 

Many publishers have been preparing educational material to assist parish in learning [about] the New Translation of the Roman Missal.  What follows is a short excerpt form material published by Liturgy Training Publications – a very reputable organization and highly recommended by our diocesan leadership:

 

All of the prayers we say in English have corresponding Latin text.  After the Second Vatican Council, the Latin texts were translated into the vernacular, or common language, of particular regions.  The first English translation of The Roman Missal was completed quickly in 1969.  It aimed for a “spirit” of the texts rather then an exact literal translation of the Latin words.  A second revision of these texts occurred in 1975.

 

In 2001, the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, the liturgical commission in Rome, issued a document outlining the methodology and process for translating liturgical texts into vernacular languages.  This document, Liturgiam Authenticum, called for a more literal translation of the original Latin, and so a group of scholars, poets, and theologians convened and worked painstakingly on providing a third English translation.  The Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments announced recognition on April 30, 2010.  These texts will be implemented on November 27, 2011, the First Sunday of Advent.


  

Furniture to Donate?

Parishioner Elaine DiSalvo wants to let folks know the Furniture Bank, which has been helping those in need for many years, is accepting furniture in good condition. If you have items to donate, you can call Ruth at the Furniture Bank (272 9544, ext. 3) between 8:00am and 12:30pm Monday through Friday.


Collecting New Underwear and Socks for the Homeless

We will continue with these collections, along with food. Please place your donations under the statue of St. Joseph. Please note that we are no longer collecting used clothing. Thank you.


"One Day to End Homelessness"

 

 

CENTRAL OHIO PARISHES are joining dozens of other places of worship in “One Day to End Homelessness,” a community-wide campaign to find permanent homes for men, women, and children in Central Ohio. Franklin County residents are seeking emergency shelter in alarming numbers, swelling shelters beyond capacity. You can make a difference by contributing the equivalent of just one day’s rent or mortgage payment to the campaign. All funds raised toward the goal of $300,000 will benefit programs of the Community Shelter Board. To contribute and to find additional details on the campaign, visit www.onedaytoendhomelessness.org - Thank you for your Christian generosity

 


"What Have You Done For Your Marriage Today?"

 

 

The Marriage and Family Life Office invites you to visit the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ web site (www.ForYourMarriage.org) for resources to “prepare for” and “care for” your marriage.

 

Interested in a Ministry for Your Parish?

 


There are many areas where you can serve. There are openings for Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, and Hospitality People. Please think about it, pray about it, and volunteer for one of these ministries. Call the parish office (486-0457) if you are interested in serving the church in one of these ministries? The parish would certainly appreciate your help. Thank you for your kind consideration. God Bless You!

Be Prepared to be the best possible spouse

 

 

 A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend will show you how. The next two weekends are February 18-20 and April 29-May 1. For more information or to register, contact Paul and Marilou Clouse: 740 746 9003 or visit www.wwmecolumbus.org

 

**LECTORS AND EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

 

 

Are needed for the 11:30 Mass. Training is provided. If you are interested in participating in one or both of these ministries, please contact Marytherese or Tom Croarkin (487-9011 or tcroarki@columbus.rr.com).**

 

Youth Ministry Program

 

Adult volunteers are needed for our Youth Ministry Program.  Do you have a heart for Jesus and for teenagers?  Consider joining our relational ministry.  Contact Beth Simmonds for more information bsimmonds@columbus.rr.com

Parish Pastoral Council Minutes are Available

 

 

Click on this link to take you to the page where you can download the Meeting Minutes. They are in Word format.  

Ongoing Food Drive

 


Because of the great need at this time and because so many are out of work and suffering, we are continuing to collect nonperishable food for the Food Pantries. The need is great and the supply is dwindling.  This drive provides a chance for us to engage in one of the corporal works of mercy - feeding the hungry.  Please bring all food donations and deposit them in the vestibule of the church.  At Holy Family, there is still a need for Socks for the Homeless.  If you think of it, please bring sock donations to the vestibule as well.  Those who are in need are grateful for your Christian generosity.  

 

Are you an Aspiring Poet or Writer?

 


Do you have an intense desire to share your faith with your parish community?  We are starting a parish newsletter and are looking for volunteers to contribute essays, poetry, and other original writings. We are also looking for people interested in interviewing fellow parishioners to help record the history of St. Christopher.  For more information, contact Jeanette Ferguson (nettypoho@hotmail.com).


 Tuesday Prayer


Please join us on Tuesdays for 30minutes of singing, Scripture, and intercessions. Evening Prayer is agreat way to enter into the evening after either a discouraging or a triumphant day.  All are welcome whenever you can come.

Communion Distributors Needed for the Homebound

 


We have a core of faithful distributors who take the fruit of our Sunday Mass to them: praying, reading the Scriptures, and giving Eucharist.  We need a larger group so that we can spread out the responsibility for meeting the needs of our fellow parishioners.  We are inviting current Eucharistic distributors and all adults of the community to contact Deacon Gregg (486-0457, ext. 29  or TheDeke@sbcglobal.net) to join this ministry.  

 

 

Rebecca's Place

 


A shelter for abused women and women in need, is looking for sheets for twin size beds. Deodorant items have also been requested. Please place items in marked bags in the vestibule of the church. Rebecca’s Place is a parish-sponsored charity. Thank you for your Christian generosity.   If you wish to make a donation, please call parishioner Elaine DiSalvo (486-5543)

More information about Rebecca's Place can be found here. 

Thank you!


Parish Self Study Results

 


Here are the results of the St. Christopher Parish Self Study.  It is an Adobe PDF.  If you need Acrobat Reader to open the file, click here to get it.