OCTOBER 22, 2017 29TH 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... 507-232-3496 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 4pm St. Paul - Tuesday 9:30am @churchofstpeterstpeter @churofstpeter View From The Ambo AREA FAITH COMMUNITY CONTACTS Father Todd Petersen... 507-931-1628 X 110 Director of Music (Barbara)... 507-931-1628 X126 Faith Formation Director (Mary)... 507-931-1628 X 112 Youth Minister (Charlie)... 507-931-1628 X 113 Business Manager (Jennifer)... 507-931-1628 X 101 Deacon John Reed... 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 (Heather)... 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 individual appointments MISSION STATEMENT: United and inspired by the Holy Trinity, we are disciples guiding disciples.
UPCOMING SCHEDULES Weekly Schedule October 22 October 29 Sunday, October 22-29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 45:1, 4-6 / Matthew 22:15-21 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (+Tim Johnson), St. Peter Monday, October 23 Romans 4:20-25 / Luke 12:13-21 8:00 am... Mass (+Gerald Willaert), St. Peter 9:00 am... Bible Study, St. Peter Tuesday, October 24 Romans 5:12, 15, 17-21 / Luke 12:35-38 8:00 am... Mass (+Bob & Nathan Bruns), St. Peter 6:30 pm... St. Peter Administrative Council Wednesday, October 25 Romans 6:12-18 / Luke 12:39-48 7:30 am... Confession, St. Paul 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 8:15 am... JI Prayer 6:00 pm... Confession, St. Peter 6:30 pm... Youth Faith Formation - Grades 2-8 6:30 pm... Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal Thursday, October 26 Romans 6:19-23 / Luke 12:49-53 8:15 am... JI Mass (+Helen Vogt), St. Peter 1:00 pm 10:00 pm... Adoration 3:30 pm... Confession, St. Peter Friday, October 27 Romans 7:18-25 / Luke 12:54-59 8:00 am... Mass (+Sheila Conway), St. Peter 5:00 pm... KC Fish Boil Saturday, October 28 Ephesians 2:19-22 / Luke 6:12-16 3:00 pm... Confession, St. Peter 4:00 pm... Mass (Parish Family), St. Peter Sunday, October 29-30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Exodus 22:20-26 / 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10 / Matthew 22:34-40 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (+Ashley Leonard), St. Peter 10:00 am... Sunday School 6:30 pm... Confession, St. Peter 7:00 pm... LifeTeen 2 Church of St. Peter Ministry of Liturgy Schedule October 28-4:00 pm SERVERS: Liam Schloesser, Jacob Stone EME: Mary Ann Enz, Bob Genelin, Mary Ann Harty, Bill Leonard, Tim Prachar GIFTS: Maurice & Carol Ritz LECTOR: Shawn Schloesser USHERS: Volunteers October 29-10:00 am SERVERS: Nicholas Seitzer EME: Tony Grack, Mark & Sue Krzmarzick, LeAnn Miller, Marge Miller, Pat Miller, Brian Salfer GIFTS: Henry Nienow LECTOR: Charles Niederriter USHERS: Audrey Schmitz, Steve & Maureen Carlson *Please note if you need to find a sub do not ask a sacristan if you need the list of people in your ministry let Sarah know. We are looking for volunteers on Wednesday, November 1 at 7pm and Thursday, November 23 at 9am. Please contact Sarah if you are able to help. Coffee and Donuts The next Coffee & Donuts will be October 29. October 29: Shawn Schloesser Family Catholicism on Campus Episode 9 Join Msgr. Stuart Swetland as he travels to Mount St. Mary s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland, to field the tough questions college students ask about their faith. Issues he explores include: Who is Jesus? How do virtues encourage sobriety? Is abortion always immoral? Wednesday, October 25 @ 9 pm Thursday, October 26 @ 10 am Congratulations to our newly Baptized members: Wren Elizabeth Ernsting daughter of Tanner & Kristie. May she grow in grace and favor.
A NOTE FROM FATHER Dear Parishioners, Lately in my personal prayer, I have been stuck on the invitation, Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to God, the Almighty Father. There is so much to reflect on, first that the Eucharist is a sacrifice, but also that the sacrifice is different for me as a priest from the rest of the congregation, hence my is separate from 'yours'. When a priest offers Mass, it is for all those gathered, offering to the Father the one eternal sacrifice of Christ. He might offer it for a specific intention, such as for the repose of a specific person, another person s stated intention, or for the whole parish (pastors are to offer Missa pro populo - for the people - every Sunday and Holy Day of Obligation). But that is not the only sacrifice at Mass - there is also the sacrifice of the congregation, those who attend who are full participating with their own intentions. They make a sacrifice of their lives, symbolized by the offering of the bread and wine (and the collection, if there is one). It is not a passive activity, but one of being receptive. If you want to get more out of Mass, I encourage you to do just that. As St. Augustine exhorted, see yourself in the offering. Have your particular intention in mind before coming, and as the priest invites you to pray, offer it with you heart and mind. Somewhat related to this, I remind you again of the great custom of asking Mass to be offered for a specific intention, especially for the deceased. In addition to the Funeral Mass, offering Masses for the deceased can aid the souls in purgatory to come to the full love of Christ and prepare to enter into heavenly glory. But Mass intentions can be for anything within reason - the conversion of a sinner, the return of a prodigal child, healing, in thanksgiving for something, or an anniversary. An intention might even be for several deceased family members, for example. On my part, before I offer the Mass, I review the intentions as published in the bulletin. The priest offering the intention should have that particular intention in mind, and the laity may keep that intention in their prayers as well. To clarify, it is not necessary to vocally announce the intention, though it is good practice to do so whether at the start of Mass or during the petitions. Note, too, that the priest may have other personal intentions but can only accept one stipend (the donation that goes to the one who offers Mass for that intention). This is because the Mass is the source of unlimited grace and is not limited to the one intention. If you have some intentions for Masses, please contact Sarah in the parish office. The suggested offering is $10 (though any amount is accepted). For those curious, this stipend goes to the priest who offers the Mass and is reported as income. In Christ, Fr. Todd JOHN IRELAND NEWS www.churchofstpeter.org/ji Working together to reach Marathon goals is FUN! Hat Day No Homework Day Treats at Lunch Sit where you want at Lunch Crazy Hair and PJ Day Dance Party Mixed Up Morning We are a Catholic community welcoming students of all faiths, devoted to Gospel Values, Academic Excellence, and Christian Service. 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3
CHURCH OF ST. PAUL CHURCH OF ST. PAUL SUNDAY COLLECTION Sunday, 10/15/17 Adult - $1,235.00 / Plate - $18.00 Social Concerns $25.00 / Votive Candles 102.00 Rent $25.00 / D.U.F. $50.00 MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS Wed., 10/25 8:00 am Justin Giefer Sunday, 10/29 8:00 am Frances K. Rastetter MINISTRY OF LITURGY Sunday, October 29 USHERS: Bernie and Justin Laven, Chuck Kienlen LECTOR: Cyndi Zins EME: Bev Mayer, Clarice Rosin, Brenda Thompson, Colette Thorson, Cyndi Zins SACRISTAN: Phyllis Wenner SERVERS: Justin and Theresa Rosin GIFTS: Clarice Rosin, Brenda Thompson GREETERS: Bernie Laven Tuesday, October 31, 6:00 pm All Saints Day Vigil Mass (Holy Day of Obligation) USHERS: Jake Zins, Pat Zins, Paul Zins LECTOR: Dale Mack EME: Dale Mack, Donna Zins, Cyndi Zins, SACRISTAN: Pat Zins SERVERS: Ruth Brandel GIFTS: Jake and Cyndi Zins GREETERS: Jake and Cyndi Zins Church of St. Peter: Wed., Nov. 1 8:15 am / 7:00 pm The sick and/or homebound: God is taking care of you. Pat Anton, Sister Miriam Ardolf, Pam Bernal, LeAnna Brown, Millie Dorn, Charlie and Dianne Epper, Heather Giefer, Lisa Hackett Family, Sarah Iverson, Helyna Mack, Herman Mettler, Shirley Michels, Daniel Podol, Matt Reichard, Stacy Schultz, Pat Zins, Bethany, Richard, Rob, Scott, Troy. We pray for all who are ill or hospitalized. Nursing Home Residents: Rose Marie Zins, Oak Hills, New Ulm. Betty Wenner, Benedictine, St. Peter. Group Homes: Nadine Brown, James Weber, Mary Jo Weber. Assisted Living: Mary Ann Mans, Benedictine Living Community, St. Peter. Fran Renne, Monarch Meadows, North Mankato. Betty Wenner, Ecumen Sand Prairie, St. Peter. Cletus Wenner, Heritage Meadows Senior Living, St. Peter. PARISH NOTES: 1. A card shower will be held for Bob and Rosie Irrgang who were married at St. Paul s Church on November 12, 1947 and will be celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary. Congratulations, Bob and Rosie, and may God bless you!! Cards may be sent to them at: 101 19th Avenue North, Hopkins MN 55343-6977 2. Church of St. Paul, Comfrey, Sausage Dinner, Sunday, October 22. There will be a 10:00 am Mass with special music. A sausage dinner will be served buffet style, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, etc. Tickets: Adults - $12 / Ages 6 to 12 - $5 / Pre-school and under - $3. There will be a country store, a bake sale and silent auction. 3. Trunk or Treating, Nicollet Public School, Friday, October 27, 7:00 p.m. The Nicollet Chamber asks that all trunks are set up and ready to go by 6:45, park along the fitness center. If you are going to p a r t i c i p a t e, p l e a s e r e s p o n d t o : chamber@nicollet.org. 4. Church of St. Michael, Gaylord, Fall Festival, Sunday, October 29, 10:30 to 1:00 pm, Gaylord American Legion Hall. Enjoy a smoked pork chop dinner with all the trimmings or an Aranda Mexican meal. Tickets: Adult - $11 / Ages 5 to 10 - $5. There will be door prizes, a silent auction and raffle. 5. Church of St. Henry, rural LeSueur, Country Fair, Sunday, October 29 after 8:00 am Mass. Enjoy rolls and coffee (also available to purchase). Items for sale will be homemade pies and baked goods, 4 Church of St. Peter
CHURCH OF ST. PETER Faith Formation Fall Retreat November 17th-19th signups are now available online! Only 50 spots available. Log onto churchofstpeter.weshareonline.org to reserve your spot today. ***Parents, please sign up for our Remind 101 by texting the corresponding class code to 81010*** LifeTeen Parents: @SPLTParent EDGE Parents: @SPEGParent Confirmation Parents: @SPConAdult Catholic Daughters CDA members you outdid yourselves. Thanks so much to everyone who brought treats and helped in any way with our CDA Sunday/65th anniversary celebration. A very special thank you to Marlaine Smisek who coordinated everything! Thanks to Kim Kaveney for chairing the gummi bear campaign and to Lil Guenther who sold her crafts, and to Terri Guillemette for leading the Rosary. Thank you also to all the parishioners who stopped in to enjoy the refreshments and conversation. Next meeting is November 14th at 6 PM beginning with our Mass for Deceased Members. We invite all the parishioners and especially those who had a relative who was a CDA member to join us in the chapel. Next Regent outing is Sunday, Oct. 29th.meet at CC at 5 pm Mass 101 - A Walk Through the Mass Have you ever wondered why we do things the way we do at Mass each Sunday. Fr. Mike Schmitz has a 60 minute DVD presentation of the Walk through the Mass. Come and dig a little deeper into the Mass. This video will be shown at St. Paul s on October 24. All are invited to attend. Customer Appreciation Day Come to the St. Peter Thrift & Consignment Store on Saturday, November 4 from 9 am - 4 pm for Customer Appreciation Day. 50% off everything in the store (does not include consignment items). It s our way of saying Thank You for your business! All Saints Day Mass October 31-6:00 pm - St. Paul November - 8:15 am - St Peter November 1-7:00 pm - St. Peter Knights of Columbus Council 1509 BOIL Friday, October 27 5 pm - 7:30 pm Church of St. Peter Boiled Icelandic Pollock, Carrots, Potatoes & Onions - Cherry or Apple Pie - Also selling Cold Beer Adult $13 Youth 6-12 $5 Preschoolers Free 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5
AREA NEWS Catholic Home Missions Appeal Next week, we will take up the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. Right now, over 40 percent of dioceses in the US are considered home missions because they are unable to fund essential pastoral work needed in their communities. Your support of this appeal helps ease the struggle of these dioceses. Please prayerfully consider how you can support this appeal. More information can be found at www.usccb.org/home-missions. Worldwide Marriage Encounter The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; Listen with your spouse for God s message of love by exploring a Worldwide Marriage Encounter (WWME) weekend. The next weekends are: Nov 17-19, 2017 in Windom, MN and Feb 16-18, 2018 in Windom, MN. Early sign up is recommended. Visit our website at: southmnwwme.org. St. Henry Church County Fair. Sunday, October 29 after 8 am church. Great gift certificate or cash raffle items, rolls and coffee, homemade pies, baked goods, canned & garden items. Listening for the Still, Small Voice of God In 1Kings 19:11-12, Elijah hears God s voice not in the strong wind, the earthquake or the fire, but rather in a quiet whisper. In the midst of our busy lives and the many voices around us clamoring to be heard, it can be difficult to hear God s still, small voice within us. Join with women 18-45 yrs. seeking to listen to how God is calling them in their lives at this time. Learn ways to recognize God s voice and God s leading as you consider both small and big decisions. Beginning Nov. 13 th, the group will meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Church in Mankato in the Library Room (enter door 7). If interested please contact Sr. Stephanie Spandl, SSND at sspandl@ssnd.org or 651-278-4498. St. Michael s Fall Festival Save the date Sunday, October 29th for the St. Michael s Fall Festival. At the Gaylord American Legion Hall. 10:30 am - 1:00 pm. Smoked Pork Chop Dinner with all the trimmings or Aranda Mexican Meal. Tickets: $11, children (ages 5 to 10) $5. Door prizes, raffle, silent auction. Serving Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage and beverages. 6 Church of St. Peter
STEWARDSHIP OF DISCIPLES Treasure: Fiscal Year July 2017 - June 2018 Week ending: October 15, 2017 (current fiscal year) Actual Weekly Budget Giving Envelopes $ 4,944.22 WeShare & Electronic Giving (ACH) $ 2,754.68 Total $ 7,698.90 $10,096.15 Loose Plate / Offertory $ 354.53 $ 288.46 Children s Offertory $ 45.09 $ 28.85 Total Weekly Offertory $ 8,098.52 $10,413.46 Year to Date Contributions Online Giving $ 132,123.36 Year to Date Budget $166,615.36 Want a quick, easy, and safe way to donate to the church online? We now have an option for online giving. Contact the parish if you wish to stop receiving envelopes if you are giving electronically. HARVEST FESTIVAL NUMBERS Profit Raffle Tickets $12,377.45 Bake Sale $1,113.70 Dinner $520.00 Beverages $410.29 Games $7.60 Bingo $106.00 Donations $245.00 $14,780.04 Winners Raffle $500 Raffle $250 Raffle $100 Raffle $100 Bingo Beverly Johnson Judy Pedersen Mary Everett Diane Noyd 30 Winners CHURCH OF ST. PETER THRIFT & CONSIGNMENT STORE Store Hours: M-F 9-5, Saturday 9-4. (507) 931-9150 Are you looking for Volunteer hours? Or have some spare time? The Thrift Store is looking for Volunteers particularly on Saturdays. Contact Liz if interested. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Closed 50% off Books, Tapes & CDs 50% off Shoes, Slippers, Boots & Socks (October 31: 50% Halloween Items) 50% off all Clothing & Jewelry 50% off Miscellaneous Dishes & Knickknacks 50% off Pictures, Frames & Greeting Cards 50% off all Clothing & Jewelry 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7