FEBRUARY 10, 2019 5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME APOSTLES PETER AND PAUL AREA FAITH COMMUNITY WELCOME AND BLESSINGS TO ALL WHO ENTER OUR CHURCHES! CHURCH OF ST. PAUL 410 5th St. - PO Box 248, Nicollet, MN 56074 Office Hours: Tuesday - Thursday... 9:00am Noon Office (Chris)... 507-232-3857 Hall... 507-232-3897 Email... stpaulccnicollet@gmail.com Deacon Steve Spilman... 507-217-6432 Dale Mack - Admin. Chair... 507-381-6721 Sharon Steffen - Social Concerns... 507-232-3887 CHURCH OF ST. PETER 1801 W Broadway Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082 Office Hours Monday - Thursday... 7:30am - 3:30pm Friday... 7:30am - 11:30am Office (Sarah)... 507-931-1628 Rectory (does not transfer to office)... 507-934-5086 Email... office@churchofstpeter.org Website... churchofstpeter.org BULLETIN DEADLINE SOCIAL MEDIA St. Peter - Monday Noon St. Paul - Tuesday 9:30am @churchofstpeterstpeter @churchofstpeter View From The Ambo AREA FAITH COMMUNITY CONTACTS Pastor... Father Todd Petersen 507-931-1628 x110 Todd.petersen@churchofstpeter.org Director of Music... Barbara Frank 507-931-1628 x127 barbara.frank@johnirelandschool.org Faith Formation Director... Mary Grack 507-931-1628 x112 Mary.grack@churchofstpeter.org Business Manager... Jennifer Schugel 507-931-1628 x101 Jennifer.schugel@churchofstpeter.org Deacon Tony Grack... 507-327-8114 Deacon John Reed... C: 218-820-9117 H:507-519-1507 Cemetery Chair (Warren Michels)... 507-340-4801 JOHN IRELAND SCHOOL 1801 W Broadway Ave., St. Peter, MN 56082 Office Hours (during school year) M-F 7:30am-3:30pm Office... 507-931-2810 Principal (Colleen Wenner)... 507-931-2810 X 146 Email... colleen.wenner@johnirelandschool.org Website... churchofstpeter.org/ji SACRAMENTS Baptisms (Mary)... 507-931-1628 X 112 Marriages... Contact Pastor as soon as Engaged Reconciliation... See Schedule or Contact for appointment MISSION STATEMENT: United and inspired by the Holy Trinity, we are disciples guiding disciples.
UPCOMING SCHEDULES Sunday, February 10 - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 6:1-8 / 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 / Luke 5:1-11 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (+Pat Schmitz), St. Peter 10:00 am... Sunday School 4:30 pm... Confessions 5:30 pm... LifeTeen Mass (+Jay Hansen), St. Peter 6:00 pm... Confessions 7:00 pm... LifeTeen Monday, February 11 Genesis 1:1-19 / Mark 6:53-56 8:00 am... Mass (+Bill Depuydt), St. Peter 9:00 am... Adult Bible Study Tuesday, February 12 Genesis 1:20-2:4 / Mark 7:1-13 8:00 am... Mass (+Ignatia Willaert), St. Peter 8:30 am...consoling the Heart of Jesus Retreat 6:30 pm... CDA Meeting 7:00 pm... JIPAC Meeting Wednesday, February 13 Genesis 2:4-9, 15-17 / Mark 7:14-23 7:30 am... Confessions, St. Paul 8:00 am...mass, St. Paul 8:15 am... JI Prayer - Kindergarten 6:00 pm... Confessions 6:30 pm... Grades 2-8 Youth Faith Formation 6:30 pm... Sanctuary Choir Thursday, February 14 Genesis 2:18-25 / Mark 7:24-30 8:15 am... JI Mass - Grade 2 (+Bernice & Walter Vetter), St. Peter 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm... Adoration 3:30 pm... Confessions Friday, February 15 Genesis 3:1-8 / Mark 7:31-37 8:00 am... Mass (+Laurie Knight), St. Peter Saturday, February 16 Genesis 3:9-24 / Mark 8:1-10 3:00 pm... Confessions, St. Peter 4:00 pm... Mass (+Parish Family), St. Peter Sunday, February 17 - Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Jeremiah 17:5-8 / 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20 / Luke 6:17, 20-26 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (+Deceased Members of CDA), St. Peter 10:00 am... Sunday School 6:30 pm... Confessions 7:00 pm... LifeTeen Ministry of Liturgy Schedule February 16-4:00 pm SERVERS: Michael Thompson, Marshall Gullord EME: Lisa Cummiskey, Mary Ann Enz, Mary Ann Harty, Bill Leonard, Eileen Attenberger GIFTS: Skip & Dorothy Keller LECTOR: Tim Prachar USHERS: Bob Genelin, Carol Ritz, Maurice Ritz February 17-10:00 am SERVERS: Tiara Torres, Thomas Johnson EME: Jeff Borgmeier, Peggy Borgmeier, Marge Miller, Brad Schloesser, LuAnn Schloesser, Cody Winnett GIFTS: Bev Johnson & Colleen Baker LECTOR: Mike Leeb USHERS: Doug Wenner, Joe Kienlen, Pat Miller Next Liturgical Scheduling Watch your email for the Liturgical schedule coming soon. Rosary February 16 led by LifeTeen. There is a rosary before weekday Mass at 7:30am (when there is 8am Mass). Coffee and Rolls Join us for coffee and rolls after mass this weekend. Next up February 17: Emily Rezmerski Family There will be no coffee and rolls on February 24. All are invited to a fundraiser for the All Night Graduation Party at the American Legion Club 8:30am - 12:30pm. The Future Depends on Love: Episode 13 St. Peter Access Channel 7 Wednesday, February 13-9 pm Thursday, February 14-10 am Immigration and Us Saturday, February 23-9am to 5pm Trinity Lutheran Church, St. Peter The topic of immigration has been discussed and debated at great length. And yet, there exists both significant confusion and a general lack of knowledge about basic elements related to the topic. Presenters at the 2019 Simpson Forum will offer information and insights as to the nature of various issues related to immigration. For more information and break down of the day, see the Pamphlets available in the Narthex. 2 Church of St. Peter
Dear Parishioners, A NOTE FROM FATHER This week, I will be away for the Spring Pastoral Leader days. Our presenter will be Fr. Stephen Rosseti, who will present the holiness of priests in light of chastity and humility. I am looking forward to it. I have heard him several times before and have read a few of his books and articles, and they are always wellbalanced, prayerful, and thought-provoking. I was a little too antsy last week with the announcement of the audit findings. I apologize for this. I failed to confirm that the presenters were ready. If you have questions, you can speak to our trustees (Jeff Borgmeier, Agnes Stensby, Dale Male, or Sharon Steffen) or Jennifer or Chris. This week, of course, is Valentines Day. We do not celebrate it in the Church, however, as St. Valentine s memorial was suppressed. There are a few reasons for this - first it is unknown for sure about the details about St. Valentine - at least which is really honored. There is tale of one who was imprisoned for witnessing the marriages of Christians in opposition to the emperor s decree. From jail, he continued to council and console young lovers seeking the sacrament. Hence, the connection to love. We do have a memorial on the 14th, however, as we celebrate of Ss. Cyril and Methodius, who evangelized the Slovak peoples, and St Cyril even developed an alphabet for them so they could have the scriptures in their own language (yes, this is known and the Cyrillic alphabet). In the end, whether it St. Valentine or Ss. Cyril and Methodius, it is all about the love of Christ. It is Christ s love of us that ought to motivate us toward works of charity, generosity, and stewardship. Our love of Christ moves us to reach out to others in acts of justice and charity. Let love move us this week. ~ In Christ, Fr. Todd JOHN IRELAND/LITTLE ANGELS NEWS We are a Catholic community welcoming students of all faiths, devoted to Gospel Values, Academic Excellence, and Christian Service. www.churchofstpeter.org/ji 507.931.2810 We are a school readiness program focused on faith and service which nurtures the whole child embracing individual talents and abilities in a welcoming, caring, and safe environment. 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3
CHURCH OF ST. PAUL CHURCH OF ST. PAUL SUNDAY COLLECTION Sunday, 2/3 Adult - $1,315.00 / Plate - $811.00 Energy $261.00 / Rent $50.00 / CD Interest $12.60 MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS Wed., 2/13 8:00 am For the Sick Sun., 2/17 8:00 am - Hub Zins MINISTRY OF LITURGY Sunday, February 17 USHERS: Mike Holmin, Justin Laven, Rick Meurer LECTOR: Barb Holmin EME: Jay Dorn, Rhonda Ganger, Chuck and Peggy Gappa, Barb Holmin SACRISTAN: Phyllis Wenner SERVERS: Marissa and Theresa Rosin GIFTS: Marion Pope, Phyllis Wenner GREETERS: Rhonda Ganger The sick and/or homebound: God is taking care of you. Pam Bernal, LeAnna Brown, Millie Dorn, Charlie and Dianne Epper, Lisa Hackett Family, Sarah Iverson, Helyna Mack, Shirley Michels, Daniel Podol, Pete Reinhart, Tom Schuck, Betty Wenner, Pat Zins, Richard, Rob, Scott, Troy. We pray for all who are ill or hospitalized. Nursing Home Residents: Mary Gronholz, Pheasant Ridge, St. Peter. Mary Ann Mans, New Perspective, Mankato. Rose Meurer, Oak Terrace, North Mankato. Rose Marie Zins, Oak Hills, New Ulm. Group Homes: Nadine Brown, James Weber, Mary Jo Weber. Assisted Living: Carl Betzing, Monarch Meadows, North Mankato. Paul Pope, Benedictine Living Community, St. Peter. Cletus Wenner, Heritage Meadows Senior Living, St. Peter. PARISH NOTES: 1. MEN S BREAKFAST & RAFFLE, Sunday, March 10, 9:00 to 11:30 am, at St. Paul s!! If you would like to make a donation for the raffle, please call Jake Zins 232-3930, Chuck Gappa 354-3918 or just drop it by the office. Thank you! 2. Church of St. Gregory, Lafayette, B-I-N-G-O, February 10, 1:00 pm. Grocery and assorted BINGO prizes. Lunch will be sold. There will be drawings. All ages are welcome! Sponsored by: Catholic Order of Foresters St. Thomas Court #1994, a Matching Fund Raiser. In Us, Among Us, Despite Us Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time For I am the least of the apostles, not fit to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. Corinthians 15:9 The three men highlighted in today s readings have one thing in common: They were all aware of their unworthiness, their human weakness their sinfulness. Isaiah s lips were touched with a hot coal, giving him the courage to volunteer for God s service: Here I am...send me! (Isaiah 6:8). Paul confesses that he is the least of all the apostles. Nevertheless, the Grace of God has been at work in him. After seeing the extraordinary catch of fish, Peter falls on his knees before Jesus and cries, Depart from me, Lord, for I am a sinful man (Luke 5:8). But Jesus tells Peter,...from now on you will be catching men (Luke 5:10). The lesson for us is clear: God s grace works in us, through us, among us. Moreover, God s grace works despite us. We have no excuse for not responding to God s call, do we? Merciful God, help me to put aside all my excuses and respond to Your call today. Sr. Melannie Svoboda, S.N.D. Living Faith Daily Catholic Devotions Update as of 1/29/19 Parish Goal: $7,228.34 Portion Received: $4,064.00 Total Cash Received: $1,106.00 Variance ($2,148.34) Number of Donors: 21 4 Church of St. Peter
CHURCH OF ST. PETER Catholic Daughters Next meeting is schedule for Tuesday, February 12-6:30pm. This is Baby Shower month so please bring an item or two for Birthright. If anyone needs a ride to the meeting, please call another member or an officer. Anyone wishing to joining CDA are welcome to attend our meetings to see and hear what CDA is about. Next Regent outing is February 17 - meet at CC at 5pm. Baby Shower Sponsored by Court St. Peter #1601, Catholic Daughters of the Americas is set up in the narthex for the month of February. We invite all parishioners to participate in this project and all "gifts" stay in the surrounding community. Thank you for your participation. Faith Formation Calendar February 6 - Confirmation Class February 10 - LifeTeen Mass at 5:30pm February 27 - Confirmation Class Lenten Small Groups will meet for 6 weeks during Lent using Into the Desert, A Lenten Study of Prayer from churchofstpeter.formed.org. To sign up, simply fill out this form and drop it in the collection basket by Feb. 24th. Mary Grack will contact you with more information after Feb. 24th. Growing Together in a Stewardship Being a Knights of Columbus is a vocation; it is a calling from God; it is a gift. You are a Knight 24 hours per day. You are a Knight to your children and grandchildren, to your wife, to the person next to you in Church, to your parish and to your community. As a gift, you are to make it grow. As a Knight, you must go on the offense. As a Knight you live by these actions: Think well of others. As the Body of Christ we are all brothers and sisters. Plant the seed of hope and faith wherever you go, with all that you meet and come into contact. Keep your eyes and ears open. Listen for the opportunities. You are a disciple of Christ. Your tongue will be your most powerful weapon. Be sincere in all of your dealings. Speak well of others. Do unseen works of charity. Do these works well, even the little things. You know if you did, God knows if you did, no one else needs to know. Have hope, become a new person. Today is a new day. Have the initiative to do more and do it with a smile. Consider becoming a Knight. Talk to a knight today! There is a chance on February 23rd at the Church of St. Peter to do just that! Name: Phone: Email: Would you like a Prayer Study Guide Book for $10. It is also available for free electronically. Yes, I ve included $10 No, I ll use the Electronic Copy Please check the follow that applies: I have a group. Please place me in a group. I wish to join a group that meets during the: Daytime Evening CROSS OUT any days of the week you know you cannot meet and CIRCLE the day of the week you would prefer to meet. 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5
Amazing opportunity for NEW JI Students We are pleased to announce that a generous steward has given a generous donation in the form of a challenge. Because of it, we are able to offer reduced tuition for the 1st year for 10 newly enrolled children at John Ireland School. Tuition for newly enrolled children will be reduced by $500 per child! To qualify, the family must be new to the John Ireland community with no previous children enrolled in John Ireland School. The child can be at any grade level, K-6, and enroll anytime in 2019 (even starting now). The donor further pledges a $1000 per child If there are more than 12, for up to 20 children (that s $20,000). This is a great opportunity for families who are considering John Ireland School. If you are interested in more information, contact Principal Colleen Wenner or Fr. Todd. For those without a child, if you wish to match this gift, sponsor a child by paying his or her tuition, or give toward our scholarship fund in general, please contact us. INFORMATION Store Hours: M-F 9 am 5 pm, Saturday 9 am 4 pm (507) 931-9150 - 401 S Minnesota Ave Check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/stpetertreasures CHURCH OF ST. PETER THRIFT & CONSIGNMENT STORE Monday 2/11 Tuesday 2/12 Wednesday 2/13 Thursday 2/14 Friday 2/15 Saturday 2/16 50% off Craft Supplies & Materials *Bag of Books $1 50% off Kitchen Items 50% off Flower Pots, Vases & Artificial Flowers and Plants Are you looking for a Valentine s Day gift? Come check out the jewelry section. There s quite a bit to choose from. Valentine s Day 50% off Jewelry, Vases, & Picture Frames 50% off Toys, Games, Stuffed Animals and Puzzles 50% off Clothes & Shoes for the entire family 6 Church of St. Peter
STEWARDSHIP OF DISCIPLES Treasure: Fiscal Year July 2018 - June 2019 Week ending: February 3, 2019 (current fiscal year) Actual Adult Giving Envelopes $ 5,860.10 WeShare & Electronic Giving (ACH) $ 3,207.00 Weekly Budget Total $ 9,067.10 $ 9,615.38 Loose Plate / Offertory $ 222.68 $ 288.46 Children s Offertory $ 20.70 $ 28.85 Parish Trustees: Agnes Stensby & Jeff Borgmeier Soup-er Bowl - proceeds go to The Kitchen $921.00 Thank You from The Kitchen Thank you LifeTeen for all the delicious soups you prepared and served for The Kitchen fundraiser. Last year we served 3,392 dinners so you can certainly see we appreciate your donation. Also thank you to everyone who came and supported this fundraiser. ~With sincere appreciation, The Kitchen Total Weekly Offertory $ 9,310.48 $ 9,932.69 Year to Date Contributions $ 302,773.14 Update as of 1/29/19 Year to Date Budget $312,879.74 Year End Statements have been mailed. If you did not receive one or have questions, please contact the parish office. Parish Goal: $35,338.53 Portion Received: $22,414.56 Total Cash Received: $5,603.64 Variance ($7,300.33) Number of Donors: 98