peter’s paper year c: 28th sunday of ordinary time … · parochial vicar: fr. jonathan gibson...
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Peter’s Paper Pastor: Fr. Jerome Lavigne Parochial Vicar: Fr. Jonathan Gibson In Residence: Fr. Ephrem Kardouh Deacon: Tom O’Toole
October 9, 2016 Year C: 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time
St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church 541 Silvergrove Drive NW, Calgary, AB T3B 4R9
Tel: 403-286-5110 Fax: 403-247-4339 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.st-peters.ca Diocesan Website: www.calgarydiocese.ca
WEEKDAY MASSES
Monday to Saturday 8:30am
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:00pm
WEEKEND MASSES
Saturday 5:00pm; 7:00pm Sunday 8:00am; 9:30am; 11:30am; 5:00pm
ADORATION
Friday 9:00am – 12:00 Noon
CONFESSION
Tuesday & Wednesday 6:15pm Saturday 3:30pm
PARISH SCHEDULE: October 10 – October 16
Monday Prayer Group 9:10am Office closed for Thanksgiving Tuesday Theology of the Body (Church) 7:45pm Wednesday Preparation for Profession of Faith (Office) 7:30pm Thursday Reconciliation Work Bee (Narthex) 9:00am Laudate Choir Practice (Church) 7:30pm Friday Mother’s Group (St. Luke’s) 9:30am Topic: Kids acting helpless vs needing attention Saturday Children’s Choir Practice CANCELLED Youth & Young Adult Retreat: 9:00am Generation Next – What Will Your Story Be? (Church) Sunday First Reconciliation Parent Night (Narthex) 7:00pm for all registered participants
ALTAR SERVERS TRAINING
St Peter’s Parish would like to invite anyone who has
received their First Communion to become Altar Servers
to assist at the table of Our Lord’s Sacrifice. We hope you
encourage and allow to them to join in this service. It will
take their time and your commitment. It will be a beautiful
way for your children to express their active participation
in the life of the Church and learn how to become
responsible at their level. We currently are in need of
Altar Servers for the 8am and 11:30 am Masses on
Sundays. The training will be held at St. Peter’s on
Saturday, October 22 from 10am to 12 noon. Snacks
will be provided for all the attendants. Please contact
Perry Tilos at [email protected] for more
information.
Parochial Vicar’s Perspective
As we continue to reflect on the life of virtue, which according to the Catechism is the “habitual and firm disposition to do the good” (CCC 1803), the question I want to answer is: What motivates us to live a virtuous life? We are inspired to live virtuously because Jesus, especially in the Sermon on the Mount, (Matthew 5-7), calls us to virtuous living. Here Jesus lays out for us clearly habitual and firm dispositions to do the good. In my perspectives I will be reflecting on the Sermon on the Mount so as to better understand the Lord’s teaching in these chapters. The overarching theme of the Sermon is expressed in the last verse of chapter 5: There Jesus says: “Therefore you must be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect”. Now the key to understanding this verse is contained in the phrase “must be perfect”. The Lord is clear that growth in goodness is a non-negotiable. This word “perfect” in Greek is the word “telios” from where we get the English word telescope. What does a telescope do? It allows us to get the long view, to see the distant horizon. When we choose to grow in virtue we have the horizon of heaven before us. This inspires us to habitually and firmly grow in virtue. St John Paul II wrote at the beginning of the 21st century these words: ‘All the Christian faithful, of whatever state or rank, are called to the fullness of the Christian life and to the perfection of charity. To ask catechumens: “Do you wish to receive Baptism?” means at the same time to ask them: “Do you wish to become holy?” It means to set before them the radical nature of the Sermon on the Mount: “Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect” . The time has come to repropose wholeheartedly to everyone this high standard of ordinary Christian living: the whole life of the Christian community and of Christian families must lead in this direction.’ (Novo Millennio Ineunte,30-31) The 21st century Church is one where we are called to radical discipleship so as to become people whose lives are focused on the horizon of heaven. Only with this long view will we be inspired to grow daily in virtue.
Father Jonathan
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Don Bosco Announcements
IN SERVICE TO ONE. IN SERVICE TO ALL
o Men’s Night Out; Knights Flagship Gourmet Dinner
Event Fundraiser is confirmed for Oct. 21st at Dalhousie Community Centre. Tickets on Sale NOW! Church, Charities and Community all win from your fundraising support! A Fun filled event! Please contact SK, Greig Hyland at email: [email protected]. Reserve your ticket now as most tickets have been spoken for. Be sure to invite a friend. Remember, your gracious support will go towards our Parish youth, St. Vincent DePaul and our Building Fund. Only TWO weeks till event day!
Our next Ministry Mass is on Sunday, October 16th at
the 11:30 am Mass. Please sign up and be sure to wear your vest.
WOMEN’S WEEKEND
October 21-23 at Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre (41160
Retreat Road, Cochrane, AB).
To register please call or email Christina Kostiuk at 403-
851-1012 - [email protected] or Janet Durksen at 403-
278-4007 - [email protected]
The Sacraments are alive and well at
St. Peter’s!
FIRST RECONCILIATION 2016
PARENT MEETING Sunday, October 16, 7:00 – 8:00 PM
or
Monday, October 17, 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Online registration is still available at:
www.st-peters.ca For questions or more information contact
SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN Baptism is an invitation to a lifelong journey
of faith...
Preparation Session followed by Celebration of Baptism:
Saturday, November 5, 2016
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED One Catholic parent is necessary
For questions or more information contact:
MEN’S AND DEACON’S WEEKEND
At Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre on November 4-6.
Please call or email Deacon Robert Risling at 403 957-
0894 - [email protected], Don Mattern
403-381-7319 [email protected] or Karl Airey 403-382-
8577 - [email protected] to register or for more
information.
RESPECT LIFE & FAMILY
The CCC (2258) teaches: "Human life is sacred because
from its beginning it involves the creative action of God
and it remains for ever in a special relationship with the
Creator, who is its sole end. God alone is the Lord of life
from its beginning until its end: no one can under any
circumstance claim for himself the right directly to destroy
an innocent human being." This is the common thread
which runs through all of the life issues.
40 DAYS for LIFE Peaceful Prayer Campaign Take a stand & say a prayer to end the evil of abortions in
Calgary at the Kensington Clinic on 2431 - 5 Ave NW.
Sign up in the narthex to join St. Peter's prayer warriors,
including our dear clergy, Oct 12 and Oct 26 from 7 am
to 7 pm. May God bless all who already prayed at the
clinic on Sep 28. Signs that express help for mothers with
unplanned pregnancies are available in the narthex.
For more info: Jairo 403-870-
3905 [email protected] or Gwen 403-
208-9427 [email protected].
Campaign Life Coalition Do you want to restore the culture of life to Canada?
Learn of ways to have your pro-life opinion heard at the
local & national level. Sign up online
campaignlifecoalition.com to receive a monthly newsletter
and action alert emails.
CALGARY BIG PICTURE SEMINAR
The Big Picture Seminar is a series of small group
discussions for young men in grades 9 & 10. The
discussions are facilitated by men from different
backgrounds and professions. Their goal is to encourage
young men to start taking steps during high school years
to acquire the human formation that will enable them to be
happy, successful husbands, fathers, citizens,
professionals, men of integrity, and sons of God. Topics
include:
o Identifying and facing challenges, both
personal and social
o What is character & how can I grow a good
one
o Preparing for post-secondary education,
career considerations, professionalism
o Managing time and money, public speaking
o Being a man of faith
The seminar sessions are held throughout the school year
twice a month from 2:00 to 3:15 pm on Saturdays at:
Bowmont Study Centre 2435 27 Ave NW, a 5-minute
walk from the Banff Trail C-Train station -
http://www.bigpictureseminar.com/ Registration cost:
$75 An introductory session for young men and their parents is
at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 15th.
FAITH FORMATION
BIBLE STUDY The Great Adventure Bible Timeline Study Choose from two alternate times for our next lesson – Sunday, October 23
rd at 7 pm, or Tuesday, October 25
th at 1 pm.
Both sessions will take place in the Church.
Theology of the Body continues this week with Session 2: The Great Analogy of Spousal Love on Tuesday evening after Mass in the Church and Narthex this week. This course runs until November 29
th. Books and
materials are being provided for a nominal fee of $15.00. The instructors are Dan and Maria Nugent. All are welcome! For more information, please contact Kusum Di Marco at [email protected]
The Psalms: A Gateway to Prayer – will continue after our study of the Theology of the Body is completed.
FAITH STUDIES Our Small Group Community currently meets off site. Celebrating the Word is an enriching experience bringing deeper meaning to the Sunday readings. It is an opportunity to make connections between our life stories and the Gospel Story, as well as co-creating a supportive and caring community. You are welcome to join us. Contact: [email protected]
CHANGE THE WORLD – BE A CATHOLIC! Baptized Christians Preparing for Profession of Faith: This Wednesday’s topic is “The Sacrament of Confirmation.” To prepare, please read paragraphs 203-207 in your YOUCAT, and Acts 2:1-12. Our meeting place is Judith’s office, 7:30-9 pm. Registrations are now closed.
RCIA: Our topic this week is “The Bible: A Catholic Book.” To prepare, please read paragraphs 12-19 in the YOUCAT. Pray the Act of Faith, on page 3 of your prayer book, and the Hail Mary, on page 4. Is it too late to start coming? Please contact Judith through the Office or at [email protected] to find out how you can join in. An initial interview is required.
To our volunteers, Catechists, and sponsors - Thank you! We could not do it without you! Are you still thinking of helping out this year? We still have a few opportunities for you!
Infant Baptism
A Baptism Preparation seminar is required once every
three years, up to the third child, for all parents seeking
Baptism for their children. Our next Baptism Preparation
seminar takes place October 29th. Contact Judith in the
Office to register for this. See our web site under
“Sacraments” for our schedule of Baptism dates.
CWL A women’s ministry of St. Peter’s Parish
One Heart, One Voice, One Mission.
This weekend is our CWL Cake Raffle. Tickets are 25
cents and the proceeds go towards our Foster Children
in Africa.
In October we will be Pilgrimaging to the Door of
Mercy at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. This will
take place on Wednesday, October 19th
. Following
Mass and Devotion to Mary there will be a social at a
local restaurant. Those wishing to carpool meet at St
Peter’s at 5:15 pm. Information sheets are available in
the CWL mailbox. All ladies of the Parish are invited.
Please let us know if you are planning to attend by
Wednesday, October 12th. You are asked to email
[email protected] or phone Carmel at
403-239-4435.
Information and registration forms for the Calgary
Diocesan Advent retreat to be held on Saturday,
November 26th
are available in the pamphlet rack in
the Narthex.
"For everything God created is good and nothing is to be
rejected if it is received with thanksgiving because it is
consecrated by the word of God in Prayer."
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED
SACRAMENT At St. John's Convent, 409- 10 A Street
N.W. to atone for abortions. Prayer Vigil
begins on Sunday October 16 at 3:00
p.m. and concludes Monday October 17
with Mass at 5:00 p.m. COME and
PRAY.
100TH
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF FATIMA
Join us on Oct 15th as we prepare to celebrate the 100th
Anniversary of the Apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima in
2017:
6pm - Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament;
Rosary and Consecration to the Immaculate Heart
of Mary
7pm - Mass and Candlelight Procession
Come and Celebrate with us and enjoy Portuguese food at
Our Lady of Fatima Parish – 4747 30 St. SE (industrial
area) south on Deerfoot; exit Peigan Trail; south to 50th
Ave SE, turn left; east to 30th St. turn left.
SOCIETY of ST. VINCENT de PAUL
Are you called to help?
SSVP is an organization of lay Catholics who volunteer
their time to be Christ for one another in the community.
Donations of non-perishable food can be left in the bin
in the narthex.
Hamper mainstays: PB, canned beans, pasta sauce,
canned meats and fish.
Annual donations of more than $25 (including gift
cards) are eligible for tax receipts (so always include
your name and email address!).
Volunteer Opportunities: Deliver a hamper 1-2
times/month; Pack bread (Fridays: 1.5 hrs. once every
6-8 weeks); Christmas hamper program (November
and December dates).
Looking for a one-off volunteering activity? Pick a
Friday for you or your family to help with bread &
experienced volunteers will work alongside! SSVP works
with COBS, which only sells made-that-day bread. Come
meet your fellow parishioners and make sure this high-
quality bread stays OUT of the trash! Contact:
Want board experience? SSVP is looking for a secretary
(1-2 hours 1x/month) and a membership director to keep
our membership list up-to-date (varies, 1-2 hours/month)
More information: Email [email protected] to learn how
you/your family can get involved.
“Little children, let us not love in word or talk
but in deed and in truth.” ~ 1 John 3:18
ST PETER'S 2017 CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
PILGRIMAGE
For 1 week next September we will do the last 100 km of
the French Way! Father Jonathan will lead the Masses on
the pilgrimage! The deadline for signing up is Oct 10th
.
If you are interested please contact Dixie Hawkins
([email protected] or 403-288-5245).