Welcome back to Ordinary Time!
January 13, 2012 by Fr. Charlie
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Greetings, my friends!
Welcome back and happy First Sunday of Advent!
November 28, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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Thanksgiving Dinner this Friday Evening and Reflections on A Family Meal
November 17, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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- This meal, like Thanksgiving Meals all over the world, brings together families that are close and not so close, and features homecomings for many.
- We hope that you participate not only in this meal and event, but also that it be a springboard for a deeper connection with the student community – parish and family community “nexus” that makes up our members .
- It’s potluck, as we share the fruits of our labors, be they in the kitchen or up and down the aisles of a local store… It is a bit like the ‘stone soup’ story… We start with a few trays of stuffing and mashed potatoes, and by the time we all get here, there is a cornucopia!
- It isn’t just food – we’ll play Bingo (for fun; no prizes and such like we used to…) It’ll be free and just about the fun and fellowship!
- We welcome one and all; no admission, no requirements, just fellowship!
I should like a great lake of beer for the King of Kings.
I should like the angels of Heaven to be drinking it through time eternal.
I should like excellent meats of belief and pure piety.
I should like the men of Heaven at my house.
I should like barrels of peace at their disposal.
I should like for them cellars of mercy.
I should like cheerfulness to be their drinking.
I should like Jesus to be there among them.
I should like the three Marys of illustrious renown to be with us.
I should like the people of Heaven, the poor, to be gathered around from all parts.
Speaking of meals, there is a great Catholic Update, about the upcoming Roman Missal:
“Knowledge, Prayer, Eucharist, Silence, Service, Celebration and Commendation to God” Weekend
November 11, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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“Homecoming Weekend”
November 4, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
Filed under Staff Member's Weekly Column
As the campus welcomes so many “home,” I hope you’ll join me in welcoming Fr. Eric Andrews, CSP back this weekend!
- I have also heard from the “Paulist Central” and Fr. Mike McGarry, our president! Deacon Rich Andre has been assigned here effective January 18, 2012! Deacon Rich was just recently ordained a transitional Deacon (leading to his ordination to Priesthood) in September, and will be ordained a Priest, God willing, on May 19, 2012 in New York at our Mother Church, St. Paul the Apostle. I am doubly excited to prepare to welcome Deacon Rich, not only as a ‘second priestly hand on the wheel, but also for the experience for us all of Deaconal Ministry and preparation for Priesthood. You’ll find him on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=644268563
- The Seekers of Silence Group will meet next Saturday, November 13th will feature our own John Prados speaking on “Growing Older Spiritually: Living Well the Two Halves of Life.” There is more information available in the bulletin.
- Please remember that Friday, Nov 18 at 6:30pm is our Annual Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner! We not only hope you’ll join us, but also sign up to help with set up or clean up and perhaps bring a dish to share!
Please know of Dr. Ruth’s, Barbara Lockett’s, Andrea Sirek’s and my prayers for a safe, healthy, and Happy Homecoming!
Have a blessed weekend and week!
Peace,
Fr. Charlie
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An Early Welcome to Deacon Rich Andre, CSP!
November 3, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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I also wanted to update you: I have also heard from the “Paulist Central” and Fr. Mike McGarry, our president!
Deacon Rich Andre has been assigned here effective January 18, 2012!
Deacon Rich was just recently ordained a transitional Deacon (leading to his ordination to Priesthood) in September, and will be ordained a Priest, God willing, on May 19, 2012 in New York at our Mother Church, St. Paul the Apostle.
You’ll find him on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=644268563
I am doubly excited to prepare to welcome Deacon Rich, not only as a ‘second priestly hand on the wheel,’ but also for the experience for us all of Deaconal Ministry and preparation for Priesthood.
You’ll hear more about Deacon Rich in the coming months!
Great peace and I look forward to seeing you this Homecoming Weekend!
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“The South Carolina Weekend”
October 29, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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Hello and Blessings this day and always!
On this last weekend in October, we not only greet visitors from South Carolina, but also welcome Cibi Sripathi into the Church fully with her First Eucharist and Confirmation at the 9:00am Mass on Sunday!
Please know that we’ll have a Vigil Mass at 5:15pm on Saturday before the football game at 7:15pm. I’m honored to be giving the Invocation at the game, and hope you’ll pray with me at that time wherever you are!
Please know also, that tomorrow’s pre game showcase at UT will be special:
Our Masses are as usual on Sunday, 9am, 11:15am, 5:30pm, and 10pm. We’ll have a reception after the 9am for Cibi and her family, and our Sunday Supper (6:30pm) is by the Mulligans, whose dinners are always a big hit!
We welcome Fr. Jerry Tully, my Paulist brother from the staff at Immaculate Conception, as he’ll be celebrating the 5:30pm Mass.
I remain grateful to you for the prayers and well wishes not only for the priests’ retreat this past week, but for the recuperation of my back. Your care and concern has meant a great deal.
You may also be interested in a brief story that Paulist Today did on my recent work with the City of Knoxville Police Department Chaplain Corps, that link is here: http://www.paulist.org/news/profiles/111016_donahue.php
…and lastly, please know that Fr. Eric Andrews, our wonderful past Pastor and my dear friend and bother will be with us next weekend, and celebrating the 9am and 11:15am Masses! Receptions will follow those Masses; if you’d like to bring any cookies/goodies to share, they’d be welcome!
Great peace this weekend!
Fr. Charlie
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“The Georgia Weekend”
October 8, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
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Greetings and Blessings!
While so many get ready for the Georgia game on Saturday, as well as the school and any social pressures, I hope you are taking advantage of the great weather!
Please know that our Saturday Mass will be at 5:00pm, two hours before the kickoff and all are welcome. There will be plenty of parkers on the lawn and campus, and we are grateful for their support!
If you attending the game, before the game is the Annual TIM KERIN FUND DRIVE, and John XXIII and CSA is participating!
Sunday will of course see our Masses at 9am, 11:15am, 5:30pm and 10pm.
Sunday Morning will see our faithful Knights of Columbus cooking their amazing Pancake Breakfasts after the 9 and 11:15am masses – C’mon by!
Sunday evening will see a wonderful Sunday Supper both inside and out our newly rebuilt picnic tables!
Additionally, many people have been praying for Madeline Hassil, who has taken quite ill. I have been in touch with Madeline’s daughter who has let me know of Madeline’s progress – while she is not ready for calls or visits, if you’d like her address for a ‘thinking of you” or get well soon” card, please just let me know! (email: frcharlie@gmail.com)
Meanwhile, please keep Dr. Ruth in your prayers as she heads up to Eire, PA to co-lead the Diocesan Priests Retreat!
Have a lovely weekend!
Fr. Charlie
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This Weekend at Blessed John XXIII
September 29, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
Filed under Staff Member's Weekly Column
First off, in addition to letting you know about some of the exciting events at Blessed John XXIII this weekend, I wanted to say THANK YOU for the prayers and thoughts (and some cookies!) during this past week for me.
For about a decade now I have lived with some chronic, irregular lower back issues. For the third in that decade, I landed “back first” in the hospital.
It has been a slow week, but it is getting better and better! THANK YOU for your support, and the support of my Paulist brothers Fr. Ron Franco and Fr. Jerry Tully!
This weekend we welcome Fr. Larry Rice, CSP, the general consultor of the Paulist Fathers, at all the Masses.
This is fortuitous as his visit has been scheduled for a while. He’ll be leading a ‘visioning’ meeting with the Parish Council on Sunday afternoon, please keep that meeting in your prayers!
* This Saturday Mass is regular time of 5:30 since the kickoff for the Buffalo Game game is at 12:30. Of course, all are welcome!
* Next Saturday Mass at 5:00 pm due to 7:00 pm kickoff for the game
* PLease join us Sunday for the: Potlock BBQ Sunday October 2 after 11:15 am Mass!
* Please note there is No Sunday Supper this Sunday due to UT Fall Break. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and know how appreciated you are!
Football Game Day Vigil Mass
September 1, 2011 by Fr. Charlie
Filed under News
Our Saturday Vigil Mass will begin at 5:00pm, given that Kickoff is at 7:00 pm in our game against Vanderbilt.

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