This year`s build will be taking place the weekend of October 27-28 at Park Preserve which is just off of Brick Church Pike and Ewing Lane in north Nashville. We are needing 22 volunteers for both Saturday and Sunday, so thank you in advance for your volunteer spirit. You can click the link for the day you would like to volunteer and all information about the build will be provided to you online. Lunch will be provided each day. If you would like additional information or just have questions, please contact David Stamps at 615-330-5054, or email at david_stamps1@hotmail.com.

The little book, God's Word for Warriors has proven to be helpful in small group discussions for civilian first responders, people with PTSD, anger management, etc, as well as military personel who have experienced combat. We meet the second Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. To register or gain more information contact Deacon Bob at btrue56@gmail.com, or 615-243-8783.

Join us for a three-week reflection on Richard Rohr’s Divine Dance and its exploration of Trinitarian Spirituality. Contemporary theologians engaging today’s scientists have noticed parallels between early Christian expressions of Trinity and modern understandings of energy. Get in touch with an emerging awareness of the dynamic relationships open to you with God, humanity and the cosmos. Week 1 - Sept. 9th - Survey of Contemporary Theology and Science Week 2 - Sept. 16th - Reinterpreting Understandings of The Trinity Week 3 - Sept. 23rd - Practices Of Trinitarian Spirituality

Christ the King parishioners and school parents will gather for a frank discussion about the increased number of teen suicides in our country and locally within our community.  Mental Health Professionals led by Joe McLaughlin, Clinical Psychologist and Christ the King parishioner, will discuss and provide awareness on the risk factors and warning signs for suicide and how we can respond to our youth in crisis.  The panel will include Sara Smith, Christ the King School Counselor; a representative from the TN Suicide Prevention Network; and William Forster who lost his brother to suicide.  The question and answer session will be Wed., Sept. 26th, at 7 pm in the Parish Hall...and a repeat session on Sun., Sept. 30th, at 9:45 am in the West Wing.  This is a discussion we need to have.  For further information, contact Margaret Emsweller (margaret.emsweller@ctk-nashville.org / 615-777-8918).

We are in great need of more adults to lead our youngest parishioners on their journey of faith. We offer classes during our 8:30 and 11:00 Masses during the school year. We still need 2 more adults for the 8:30 sessions and 2-3 adults for the 11:00 sessions. Please consider trying this ministry. It is so rewarding! The children love the bible stories that they learn and the community that they form by gathering in their small groups weekly. Resources and a catechist guide are provided. Parents with teenagers have found it is a great way to get involved together. Couples have taught together as well. Some teachers alternate Sundays with another adult. There are lots of options. Contact Kathy Skinner at kathy.skinner@ctk-nashville.org or 615-777-8908.

The funeral for long time parishioner Richard Conditt, will be this Friday, August 17, at 10:30 am. Visitation in the church will begin at 9:30 am. Richard was a 4th degree in the Knights of Columbus and an active volunteer at Christ the King. He was frequently seen in the kitchen preparing his famous Barbecue for parish events. Please keep his wife Judy and the family in your prayers.

The film,Their Eyes Were Watching God, will be shown tomorrow, Saturday, July 14, in the West Wing of the Parish Center. The film was produced by Oprah Winfrey and stars Halle Berry. The showing will begin at approximately 5:45 pm, following the 4:30 mass. All are welcome. Bring snacks or beverages to share if you wish.

Come join fellow parishioners at our annual Parish Picnic this Sunday, June 3rd, 4-6 pm on the front lawn of the church. All are invited! Live Band and grilled hamburgers & hotdogs. Just bring a side dish (salad, vegetable side dish or dessert), lawn chair, and BYOB (wine or beer) or your favorite soda. Also bring a blanket or lawn chairs! See you there!!!

As a follow up to our presentation on the School to Prison Pipeline and the need to restore funding for restorative practices and social emotional learning, if you are interested in sharing your thoughts on ways to support student growth and development, here is a way to get involved. Please feel free to reach out to your Metro Council Members to express your support for the students of Metro Nashville Public Schools. Open this item to find the contact information for your Metro Council Member, talking points for communicating with council members, and information on the school board budget request. The students of MNPS will appreciate your support!

Sunday Morning Classes for Adults in May 9:45 - 10:45 in the West Wing of the Parish Center May 13 and 20 Vanderbilt History professor Joel Harrington will discuss his latest book, Dangerous Mystic: Meister Eckhart's Path to the God Within. (See reviews below). NOTE: Copies of Dangerous Mystic are available for the reduced price of $20.00. Contact joceline.lemaire@ctk.org to reserve a copy. May 27 Presentation: The School to Prison Pipeline in Nashville, and What We Can Do About It. (More information to follow)

Veterans of all ages are invited to connect with other veterans here on Wednesdays at 7pm (location to be announced.) Freely discuss anything you'd like in a safe, accepting, supportive environment. This group limits its membership to veterans in light of the unique problems faced by members of our armed services in the process of returning home. Topics include survivor's guilt, anger management, PTSD, relationships after deployments and other topics of interest to veterans. Interested? Contact Deacon Bob at btrue56@gmail.com.

Men's Group returns to Fr. Richard Rohr's work for his book on the Trinity and transformation, The Divine Dance. It's $13 new at Amazon - shop around for a used version (check https://www.betterworldbooks.com/) or get it on your Kindle. We meet on Tuesdays in the Community Room in the Parish Hall. All men of faith are welcome; bring a lunch if you want.

Join us on Tuesdays at noon in the Community Room. We're viewing NT Wright's online video course, which parallels his new book on Paul. (No homework - we're flipping the classroom!) Come for a new perspective on the Apostle to the Gentiles.

Due to rain and wet conditions last week, our annual Easter egg hunt has been moved to this Sunday, April 8th, at 4 o’clock. Happy Easter!

Mass every Friday at 7 am Confession after Friday 7 am Mass, Confession after Wednesday 6 pm Mass, Stations of the Cross every Friday at 2:30 pm (School) and 6:00 pm (Parish)

We are in great need of help on Easter morning with our annual Easter egg hunt. Please help us keep this fun tradition alive and contact Kathy Skinner to help: kathy.skinner@ctk-nashville.org.

We're working through John's letters. Join us at noon in the church music room/blue room.

Click the link above for a photo from last Saturday night's Mardi Gras Party. If you missed it, you missed a great time - great food - great music- great friends. Make sure to plan for next year's party. Save the date: the last Saturday before Ash Wednesday.

Visit the Diocese of Nashville website for coverage of Bishop Spalding's ordination and installation. Click the link above in red to go there now.

A group to support parishioners grieving the loss of a loved one will meet Wednesday Feb. 14, from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at the Villa, 3007 Oakland Ave., across the street from the church/school portico.  For more information open this item. Contact Margaret Emsweller at margaret.emsweller@ctk-nashville.org   or 615-777-8918.