Saint Peter Church, Danbury, CT

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1 Thank you to our veterans. Weekends Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Brazilian Mass 7:30 p.m. Sunday 7:30, 9:00 Children s Liturgy and Choir, 10:30 a.m. with Adult Choir and 12:00 N Spanish Mass 5:30 p.m. Brazilian Mass 7:30 p.m. Weekdays Monday through Saturday - 7:30 a.m. Monday through Friday -12:10 Noon (HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE) SACRAMENT OF PENANCE Saturday - 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and by appointment SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Couples planning to be married must begin to make arrangements at least 8 months prior to their wedding date by contacting the Rectory. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Attendance at pre-baptism class is required before the Sacrament is celebrated. Classes are held on the second Sunday of the month at 1:15 p.m. in the Rectory. Please pre-register by calling Baptisms will take place every Sunday at 1:15 p.m. except the second Sunday of the month. Saint Peter Church, Danbury, CT PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Gregg D. Mecca, Pastor Rev. Paul Merry, In Residence Rev. David J. Riley, In Residence Rev. Bruce Roby, In Residence PARISH OFFICE HOURS 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - MONDAY through FRIDAY 104 Main Street, Danbury, CT OFFICE NUMBERS Phone: and Fax: Address - office@stpeterdanb.org Website - PARISH STAFF Dr. Glen Segger, Music Minister gsegger@stpeterdanb.org Dr. Nancy Engel, Children s Choir LATINO COMMUNITY Rev. Bernardo C. Rodriguez BRAZILIAN COMMUNITY Rev. Leonel S. Medeiros, Episcopal Vicar for Brazilians SAINT PETER SCHOOL OFFICE Mary Lou Torre Principal School Fax: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION AND FORMATION Barbara Siano Director of Religious Education K or stpeterfuture@stpeterdanb.org YOUTH MINISTRY Michael Falbo Youth Group Director or ygstpeter@gmail.com Chairman of Parish Council Fred Visconti Chairman of Finance Arthur Mannion Homebound Ministry Sr. Mary Bernard Wiecezak, CSFN , Ext. 22 Prayer Line Mary Ellen Dunbar

2 ST. PETER PARISH NOVEMBER 10 SAT 5:00 PM Gillotti Family 11 SUN 7:30 AM Rose and Jim Kearney 9:00 AM Ronald Calderone 10:30 AM Our Parishioners 12:00 N Isabella Bucci 5:30 PM Spanish Mass 12 MON St. Josaphat, Bishop and Martyr 7:30 AM Deceased Marines 12:10 PM Souls in Purgatory 13 TUE St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin 7:30 AM Tom Curran 12:10 N Msgr. Thomas Green 14 WED 7:30 AM Ann Linder 12:10 N Lawrence Setaro 15 THU St. Albert the Great, Bishop & Doctor of the Church 7:30 AM Special Intention 12:10 N Sadella Jowdy 16 FRI St. Margaret of Scotland; St. Gertrude, Virgin 7:30 AM Michael J. Durkin 12:10 N Souls in Purgatory 17 SAT St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Religious 7:30 AM Msgr. Kevin Wallin 5:00 PM Susan Lynch 18 SUN 7:30 AM Linda Rosvally 9:00 AM Our Parishioners 10:30 AM Maria Ba 12:00 N Ann C. Linder 5:30 PM Spanish Mass On the weekend, if the intention of the Mass is yours, please see an usher about bringing up the gifts. SACRIFICIAL GIVING November 4, $ 9,360 Online Giving November 4, $ 775 Thank you for your support. Father Mecca Please remember St. Peter Parish when preparing your will. A legacy to the church eases your tax burden and helps continue the good works of our parish. WE WELCOME THE NEWLY BAPTIZED Collin Agius Hayden Agius Benedict Espinal Sophia Suknanan KINDLY REMEMBER THE SICK OF THE PARISH Richard Botelho Marie Carroll Patricia Dean Nubia Dekker Paul Hart Jack Maher Teddy Marchione Dylan McBeth Gloria McLarty Christopher McLaughlin John Palinkas Rick Sarcia DANBURY, CT Today is a significant anniversary. It is the 100 th anniversary of the signing of the armistice ending World War I. At our last Parish Council meeting, I asked the members what they thought of having some kind of remembrance at our Masses. They liked the idea, and Marita Repole and Paulette Pepin joined me in planning a simple yet fitting commemoration during which we can recognize all the veterans from our parish present and past. And so, we are asking a veteran or two at each Mass to place a wreath by the pulpit before the beginning of the Liturgy. Steve Flanagan, parishioner and historian, volunteered to write something that we could share with the parishioners. His account of Armistice Day 1918 in Danbury is one of the inserts in your bulletin today. We salute our veterans and say thank you with grateful hearts for their donation of themselves to our country and to the ideals on which our society rests. Let us pray earnestly for peace. As we watch the turmoil in the world and the nationalistic fervor rising in European countries, here, and in Brazil, we worry that the vision, efforts, and institutions created to foster mutual cooperation after the indescribable horrors and suffering of the two world wars are being eroded. Our God intends us to live in community, in mutual charity. We pray that humanity will choose the path of peace, a path that requires not self promotion and aggrandizement but genuine caritas, a loving care for one another. The Men s Society is hosting their annual Harvest Breakfast. It will be a bit cool, I understand, today so it is a perfect time to dash downstairs after Mass for hot food and coffee. Our parish hall is not looking pretty, but that s ok. We can make due, and, besides, we create the atmosphere by our warmth, fraternity, and good humor. The proceeds from the breakfast support the Sister Marita Daniels Scholarship which helps deserving students at St. Peter School. The response to the annual Thanksgiving food collection was better than I can remember. After the noon Mass, there was not one grocery bag left. We prepared 500! If you did not take a bag and still want to contribute to the collection, bring in the items in any bag. We will place some copies of the grocery lists on the tables in the vestibule so you know what items are required for the Thanksgiving meal and those most in demand at the food pantry. The raffle drawing is only a month away. I implore you, if you have not taken a book of tickets home already, to take one this weekend so that you can begin to sell some tickets top your family members and friends. The tickets are $5 each for cash prizes of $5,000, $2,500, and $1,000. Many of us will see family on Thanksgiving Day. While the topic of religion and politics should be avoided at the table, supporting your parish need not be! We have a lot of things that need attention around our lovely campus. The raffle allows us to pay for repairs and improvements. Speaking of which, our contractor has completed his estimates for the repairs to the church hall for the insurance adjustor from Catholic Mutual. Over the last few years, we

3 THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME have had to use the raffle proceeds to make our buildings water tight. The work in the parish hall will largely be covered by insurance. I say largely because we figure that we may as well do some upgrades here and there, particularly in the kitchen, while we have the workers here. The kitchen did not participate in the improvements of It is ready for some attention to make it more functional, increase storage, and improve lighting. The raffle can make those things happen. -Fr. Mecca Music Notes: Eternal Father Strong to Save (Navy Hymn) November 11 marks the 100 th anniversary of the end of WWI. In many countries, this event is commemorated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day. In the United States, Armistice Day was observed until 1954, when it was renamed Veterans Day, a day dedicated to honor the service of all US veterans. Our recessional hymn this week, Eternal Father Strong to Save, was written by the English hymnist, Willian Whiting, in Based on the imagery of Psalm 107, this hymn speaks to the dangers of the sea and implores the Trinity for protection. It has been adopted by our Navy as the Navy Hymn. The version in our hymnal, however, is a revision that asks for protection for those on sea (verse 1), land (verse 2) and air (verse 3), thus making this a hymn inclusive of all three branches of our military. -Glen Segger, Music Minister St. Peter s offers two programs for our middle school and high school teens. Both groups meet throughout the year in the Youth Group room across from the Religious Education office. All middle school and high school teens are welcome to join at any time and are encouraged to come to any of the events on the calendar! The YG Calendar and Registration Form can be found in the Religious Education office or contact the Director of Youth Ministry ygstpeter@gmail.com Sun. Nov 11 Senior YG Meeting Fri. Nov 16 Junior YG Thanksgiv n YOU! Sun. Nov 18 Senior YG Thanksgiv n YOU! Sun. Dec 02 Senior YG Meeting Fri. Dec 07 Peace Light S Thanksgiv n YOU! -We will be having a Thanksgiving meal together as we discuss the beauty of the word "Catholic" as it means being "Universal" and encountering all our brothers & sisters in this world. Volunteers are needed to help prepare a dish.please contact the Director of Youth Ministry if you can help out! -Michael Falbo, Youth Director ***SAINT PETER SCHOOL NEWS*** Mission Statement: St. Peter School, dedicated to academic excellence, inspires students to become faithfilled, lifelong learners. As a multicultural community, we embrace our Catholic identity rooted in the Gospel teachings of Jesus Christ. Registration for new families is available. Contact the school office for information. Phone: mtorre@spsdanbury.org Website: Our annual theme this year at St. Peter is doing small things with great love. The Gospel Value for the month of November is Faith in God. October 22 - November 18 - St. Peter Clothing Drive... Thank you for your donations! Remember to catch up with us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter! Every month the parent newsletter, The Messenger, is available on the St. Peter School website. Be sure to take a minute and check it out! -Mary Lou Torre, Principal Date: Religious Education Schedule Nov. 11 Grades 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 attend class from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. St. Peter School Vineyard 10:45 11:30 a.m. (K/1 students with a parent) Nov. 18 Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 attend class from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. St. Peter School Vineyard 10:45 11:30 a.m. (K/1 students with a parent) Please remember to use the main entrance of St. Peter School, all side doors will be locked. Also we will lock the front door at 10:40 a.m. and re-open it at 11:40 a.m. As per diocesan directives, the doors are to remain locked during Religious Education Classes. Only those who have taken Protecting God s Children (VIRTUS) training will be allowed in the buildings. This is for the safety of students. Thank you for your understanding. Rite of Invitation Mass -Today we celebrate the Rite of Invitation. Please keep all our candidates in your prayers as God invites them to be confirmed in the Catholic faith, the faith that began at Baptism and nurtured by parents and the faith community of St. Peter s Church.

4 NOVEMBER 11, 2018 Confirmation -Parents of Confirmation Candidates who were not able to attend the Confirmation meetings please stop by the religious education office for your child s Confirmation packet and additional information about Confirmation. FLOCKNOTES -We are using Flocknote to communicate messages about the program and closures due to weather. If you have not yet signed up for the Flocknote texting system. Please text: STPETERDANBURY to Mass Requirement -Mass attendance is an intregal part of the Religious Education Program. Parents and students please remember to place your cards in the collection basket of the mass you attend. Upcoming Events: Nov. 11, 2018 The Rite of Invitation for Confirmation Candidates. All Confirmation candidates must attend the 9:00 am Mass January 6, 2019 Rite of Covenant Mass at 9:00 am. All Confirmation candidates must attend. June 8, 2019 Confirmation Mass -Barbara Siano, DRE HARVEST BREAKFAST sponsored by the Men s Society Today in the Parish Hall after the 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Masses. Adults $6 per person; Children $4; Family $20. For Veteran s Day all veterans will be offered a free breakfast. Bring the family and join the fun! Hospitality Commnittee -is holding a Bake Sale at the Christmas Craft Fair on December 1 in the Parish Hall. We are looking for bakers. The proceeds from this sale will go to our Good Samaritan Fund which helps those in need in our community. Please call or to let us know of your help. Thank you for your support. ***PARISH EVENTS*** CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR St. Peter Parish Hall Saturday, December 1 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Craft Vendors, Food, New Items & White Elephant Table Gently used Christmas-themed decorations, ornaments, dishes, etc. will be accepted for the White Elephant Table: Every Wednesday in the Parish Hall from 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. and Friday, November 30 in the Parish Hall from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. See you at the Fair!!! Community Concerns is conducting its annual Thanksgiving drive once again. We thank you for your past support and your anticipated continuing support this year. Please return to parish hall November 17 and 18. This year we will have cones sectioning off a drop off area on Center Street to make the drop off easier for everyone along with volunteers to help carry the bags. A blessed Thanksgiving to all. ***OTHER EVENTS*** Come celebrate Mass with us for Those Affected by Addication on November 10 at 12:00 noon at St. Rose of Lima RC Church, Newtown, CT. The celebrant is a priest in Recovery. All are welcome and Fellowship will follow.

5 Saint Peter Calendar Sun Nov 11 Harvest Breakfast sponsored by Men s Society Following 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Masses Mon Nov 12 Latino Prayer Group. 7:00 p.m. PH Parish Council Meeting. 7:00 p.m. Church Training: New Norms in Church Tue Nov 13 Prayer Group of Reparation. After 12:10 Mass Children s Choir. 6:30 p.m. Music Room. Brazilian Prayer Group. 7:30 p.m. Church. Wed Nov 14 Novena of Miraculous Medal. After noon Mass Thu Nov 15 Parish Choir. 7:30 p.m. Music Room. Fri Nov 16 Latino Choir Practice. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. PH Church Training: New Norms in Church Sun Nov 18 Harvest Breakfast sponsored by Men s Society Following 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Masses Mon Nov 19 Latino Prayer Group. 7:00 p.m. PH Tue Nov 20 SPS Thanksgiving Feast in Parish Hall. Prayer Group of Reparation. After 12:10 Mass Children s Choir. 6:30 p.m. Music Room. Men s Society Meeting. 7:00 p.m. PH. Brazilian Prayer Group. 7:30 p.m. Church. Wed Nov 21 Novena of Miraculous Medal. After noon Mass NO Bingo. Thu Nov 22 Thanksgiving Day. One Mass at 9:00 a.m. Fri Nov 23 Latino Choir Practice. 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. PH Mon Nov 26 Latino Prayer Group. 7:00 p.m. PH Church Training: New Norms (Makeup) NOVEMBER 11, 2018 COMUNIDAD HISPANA SAN PEDRO A Dios o le entregamos la vida o no lo compramos con oro. No hay término medio. O todo o nada. Mientras nuestra confianza esté en lo que podemos ganar o en nuestra cuenta del banco, Dios no puede trabajar en nosotros. La lección es clara, todos aquellos que dejan de cumplir la Ley de Dios, por ganar más dinero, lo tienen crudo para alcanzar la santidad. Clase de Biblia En la web de todas las semanas aparece un tema sobre la Biblia. En estos momentos estamos estudiando el Génesis. Confesiones Domingos a las 4:00 p.m. en la Iglesia. Bautizos Cuartos Domingos de cada Mes. Contacten con Ana Espìnal para el formulario y la información sobre la clase prebautismal. Bodas Deben contactar con el P. Bernardo al menos con 6 meses de antelación. Es necesaria la preparación requerida por la Diócesis. Horario de Oficina De Lunes a Viernes, de 1:30 p.m. a 3:30 p.m. En español pregunten por Ana Espinal. Lunes a partir de las 7:00 p.m. con el P. Bernardo BINGO Every Wednesday St. Peter Parish Hall Early Birds begin at 6:30 p.m. The Diocese has created a new website that outlines how the Diocese of Bridgeport is transparent and fully accountable in its policies, programs, and response to the sexual abuse of minors. The website can be found here: and is also featured on our homepage under the tab: Protecting Our Children. The Diocese has also published its Diocesan Financial Accountability Report that outlines a full financial report of settlement amounts for past claims of clergy sexual abuse of minors from the establishment of the Diocese to date. The report includes the sources from where the money was obtained to settle those claims. The report can be found on the diocesan website, or the Pledge to Protect webpage. Intenciones Misa dominical En el vestíbulo de la Iglesia, 15 minutos antes de la Misa, puede pedir su intención al servidor allí apostado. Rezo del Rosario Ana y Segundo les invitan a participar del Santo Rosario todos los Domingos a las 4:45 p.m. en la Iglesia. Grupo de Oración Todos los Lunes, a las 7:00 p.m. en el subsuelo de la Iglesia. Líder: Jorge Coro Parroquial El coro parroquial tanto de niños como de adultos se reúne para ensayar todos los Domingos a las 3:30 p.m. bajo la dirección de Alejandro Servin.