SAINT PETER S CATHOLIC CHURCH November 22, 2015

SAINT PETER S CATHOLIC CHURCH November 22, 2015 Christ Before Pilate Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/ wiki/file:munkacsy_- _christ_before_pilate.jpg Artist: Mihály Munkácsy (1844 1900) 104 West First Street Mansfield, Ohio 44902 Mass Schedule: Saturday: 5:00 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9:30 am, 11:30 am Monday & Friday 5:30 pm Tuesday - Thursday 6:30 am Spanish Mass: Resurrection Parish, Lexington Sunday: 6:00 pm Phones: Rectory & Parish Center:419-524-2572 High School, Jr. High: 419-524-0979 Grade School: 419-524-3351 Montessori: 419-524-3351 Fax: 419-522-2553 Gifts to Msgr. Dunn Foundation: 419-524-2572 Ext. 2125 Parish Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 8:30 pm Friday: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm Saturday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Sunday: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Parish Business Manager: Mr. David Barber (Interim) Sacrament of Baptism: Please contact the Parish Center to begin plans for the baptism of your baby or child. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday: 3:00-4:30 pm Other times by appointment Sacrament of Marriage: Arrangements should be made at the Parish Center at least six months in advance of the ceremony. Sunday Nursery: Every Sunday during 9:30 and 11:30 am Mass, located in the Day Care Center in the basement of the High School. Bulletin Deadline: Monday, 12:00 noon. All requests must be submitted in writing or email. Website: www.mansfieldstpeters.org Staff emails are found on the website Pastoral Staff: Fr. Gregory R. Hite, Pastor Fr. Jeremy Miller, Parochial Vicar Mr. Bill Johnson, Director of Music & Liturgy Ms. Lynne Lukach, Pastoral Associate Mrs. Elizabeth Wurm, Director of Religious Ed. & Youth Minister Deacons: Mr. Terry Philpott Mr. John Reef St. Peter s School System: Mr. Michael Wasiniak High School, Jr. High School Mrs. Madalyn Bauer Elementary School Mrs. Tammy Kemerling Montessori Pastoral Care Contacts: Mrs. Vickie Palmer 419-524-2572 Hospital & Follow-up Mrs. Vickie Palmer 419-524-2572 Nursing Homes/Assisted Living & Prayer Pipeline Deacon John Reef 419-529-3694 Shut-ins/Homebound A Parish of the Saint Juan Diego Deanery, Diocese of Toledo

Page 2 St. Peter s Catholic Church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 MASS INTENTIONS Monday, November 23 Weekday 5:00 pm Rosary 5:30 pm Jeanette Sanson Tuesday, November 24 + Andrew Dung-Lac, Priest and Companions, Martyrs 6:30 am Sylvester Thomas 9:00 am Joe and Virginia Boyd 4:00 pm Mass at Wedgewood Estates Wednesday, November 25 W eekday 6:30 am Nick Olivieri Thursday, November 26 Thanksgiving Day 9:00 am Dominic Sellars Friday, November 27 5:00 pm Rosary 5:30 pm Charles A. Massa Saturday, November 28 Vigil of First Sunday of Advent 5:00 James Strauser Sunday, November 29 First Sunday of Advent 7:30 am Nick Olivieri 9:30 am Ettore Chiudioni 11:30 am Parish LECTOR / COMMUNION MINISTER Saturday, November 28 5:00 pm L B Rader, C Taddeo D D & T Hipp, M Joyce, B Linkenbach, B Nihei, B Schartl, C Sgambellone, V Zack, need one Sunday, November 29 7:30 am L B Danuloff, T Murphy D M Collet, L Danuloff, M Hawkins, J Morvai, K Randall, S Santoro, K Stone 9:30 am L C Raff, T Studer D D Dreskler, T Baker, J Brennan, I Cervinski, B Connolly, D Forster, T Frasz, S Herlihy, J Kastelic, M Meinzer, R Renie, M Riggleman, S Weber, K Wehinger, S Weitzel 11:30 am L L Brackett, C Staton D F Leitenberger, C Becker, J Liston, B Riley, C Thrasher, need six MASS SERVERS Saturday, November 28 5:00 pm M Maxwell, K Delano, S Keller Sunday, November 29 7:30 am J Ramey, M & S Tridico 9:30 am C Blunk, B Ball, E Dauterman 11:30 am G Farragher, E & J Rizzo Counters - Sunday, November 29 K Groff, M Haller, K Tucker, C Pollman Vivo Cristo Rey During the Mexican Revolution of the early 20 th century, the revolutionary government greatly persecuted the Church and its people. In this battle between the earthly kingdom and the kingdom of Christ, some of the Cristeros (defenders of Christ) were bribed, Say Death to Christ the King and Save Your Life. Jose Sanchez del Rio and others cried out in the face of death, Vivo Cristo Rey! Long Live Christ the King. This struggle and their martyrdom for Christ is wonderfully depicted in the 2012 film, For Greater Glory. The feast of Christ the King, established around the time of the Mexican Revolution in 1925 by Pope Pius XI, was intended to combat secularism by emphasizing the lordship and the reign of Christ. For centuries The Enlightenment had proposed that a society devoid of God would produce a better situation for humanity than a society founded on divine truths. Philosophies such as Marxism, Communism, and Fascism had attempted to establish societies without God. Pope Pius XI, in the aftermath of this failed project which was evidenced by World War I, created this feast to reorient society toward the only true kingdom possible, the kingdom of Christ. This feast is always the last feast of the liturgical year, emphasizing that Christ s Kingdom will outlast every earthly attempt at power and dominion. While the Lord s reign is certainly present in seminal form in this world wherever Christ and the Church are present, its fullness will be ushered in with the return of Christ at the end of time. As Catholics, we are what are called a-millenialists, meaning that we do not believe, like many Protestant Christians, that Christ will usher in a literal thousand year reign on earth at his coming. Rather, we believe that Christ is already reigning indefinitely through his Church in this world, though the fullness of that reign is yet to be revealed. Our readings today reveal that our King is not power hungry. He is a King that serves, not a sovereign that lords his power over others. Whenever we imitate Christ and serve others, we help to bring about God s kingdom here on earth. Please join us next Sunday in worshipping Christ the King by spending a few moments in Eucharistic Adoration during the afternoon hours. Let us grow together in Christ, Fr. Jeremy Children s Liturgy of the Word - Sunday, November 29 9:30 am Angie 11:30 am Angie Hearts & Minds If you and/or a loved one are struggling with depression or other mental health issues, consider joining us on Tuesday, November 24th after 4:00 p.m. in Assisi Hall for Educating Yourself Helps. For further information, contact Sue Malaska at vmalaska@neo.rr.com or call 419-756-0962.

Page 3 St. Peter s Catholic church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 Please Pray for the Sick of our Parish Krista Marshall, Michael Davis II, Madeline Taddeo, Helen Green, Rose Mary Lang-Martin, Don Blank, Pam Taylor, Nick and Hilda Schemine, Mary Ann Gibson, Nancy Stanton, Bill Miller, Cody Riley, Beverly Strauser, Mary Mowyer, Connie Dalton, Rick Finnerty, Mary Yeager, Margie Caldwell, Beth Weiland, Elizabeth Risacher, Pat Colarosa, Michael Wells, Dina Riley, Greg Betscher, Andrew Weaver, Debbie Ashley, Aaron Blank, Andy Taracko, Christy Selby, Jim Brook Names will only be listed for 4 weeks. If you wish to have your name appear an additional 4 week period, contact the Parish Center at 419-524-2572. In God s Arms Stephen Wiecher, Fred Marshall Giving Tree Our annual Giving Tree is filled with gift requests from families from St. Peter s church and school, Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, Catholic Charities ( Angel Tree -prisoner children). The ornament tags are color coded for each respective entity and it is important to return them securely fasted on the gift. Please return your gift either the weekend mass of November 28-29th or Decemember 6-7th. THE DEADLINE TO RETURN GIFTS is DECEMBER 6TH at the 11:30am MASS - as gifts will be distributed soon after by their respective agencies/volunteers. Thank you in advance for providing Christmas joy to needy families. Assistance is appreciated after all Masses to carry gifts to the servers sacristy. Free Thanksgiving Meals ~ November 26, 2015 Providence Baptist Church 112 W. Sixth St. Mansfield, Ohio Service at 10:30 a.m. Meal from 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Phone: 419-524-9032. New Jerusalem Progressive Church 709 Burns St. Mansfield. Service from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Phone: 419-522-0652. Friendly House 380 N. Mulberry St. Mansfield. Serving from 1:00p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Family Activities & Entertainment Sponsored by the Candice Williams Helping Hands Foundation (Homebound Seniors age 62 & older, call Theresa Williams for home delivery starting Monday, November 23rd through Thursday November 25th. Phone 419-961-8334.) First Lutheran Church 33 Broadway, Shelby. Serving from 12:00 noon 2:00 p.m. No rides, no deliveries. For carry out call Wednesday November 25th by 4:00p.m. to reserve! Free and open to all. Donations welcome. Phone 419-347-7675. Granny s Kitchen Hosted by St. Peter s Girl Scout Troop 2628. Please join us on Thanksgiving Day for a traditional turkey dinner free of charge to anyone in need. Granny s Kitchen of Galion will open its doors at 11:00am and continue to serve through 1:00pm. Granny s is located at 940 Charles Street, Galion, Ohio. Beginning January 14, 2016, a new Bible Study will begin on Thursday evening at 7:00 PM in Assisi Hall. The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation is the foundational study in the Great Adventure Bible Study Series and is a 24 week program. It will be offered until Memorial Day with a break for summer. It will resume again after Labor Day and conclude in October 2016. The Bible Timeline will take us on a journey through the historical books of the Bible beginning with Genesis. Please join us in learning about God's promises from the beginning of time and their fulfillment in Jesus the Christ. Cost of study materials for attendees will be $20.00. Please contact Vickie Palmer, Parish Secretary, to register for the Study. If the cost is prohibitive, please talk with Vickie. t Regular Sunday On Line Donation School Children Mailed In Sunday Direct Deposit Herlihy Christmas Open House This family home is once again opening their house to the public on December 10, 11, 12, and 13 from 6-9 p.m. This Christmas house, located at 170 West Second Street, Mansfield, Ohio (located behind Herlihy- Chambers Funeral Home), has been a Holiday tradition for many years. This personal collection is on display and features over 30 Christmas trees (ranging from 12 18 ), hundreds of Santa's, Disney, villages, trains, etc. The family asks for a minimum of $1 per person donation that will then be given to A Special Wish and Toy Time. Bring the whole family and make this a part of your Christmas tradition! For more information call 567-303-5721 or visit www.herlihychristmashouse.com. November 15, 2015 $ 10,695.00 $ 150.00 $ 4,304.00 $ 24.72 $ 2,207.00 $ 2,717.00 Totals $ 20,097.72 Weekly Average Needed = $ 25,000.00 Building Improvement Fund = $ 508.00

Page 4 St. Peter s Catholic Church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 RECYCLING ~ Our next Recycling date is: December 11, 2015 in the Franciscan Activity Center Parking lot. HOURS: 10 to 11 am and 2 to 4 pm. IMPORTANT: Please honor these drop off times. Do not leave your recyclables on the sidewalks or curbs. BLUE BARRELS December 12-13 We are happy to welcome back to St. Peter s Parish seminarian Andrew Wellmann, who will complete his Pastoral Internship Year in our parish. Andrew was here a few summers ago for a summer experience in parish life. Andrew will arrive Sunday, November 15, and will provide service to our parish through June, 2016. I will be his supervisor, along with Fr. Jeremy s assistance. Andrew has completed his second year of theological studies at Mt. St. Mary s School of Theology of the Athenaeum of Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio. He is a native of Delphos, and a graduate of the Pontifical College Josephinum, Columbus, Ohio. His ministry to our parish will encompass many pastoral activities to prepare him for ordination to the priesthood. We all know we have plenty of experiences to share with him! Welcome back, Andrew! Back To Heartland Gathering High School Students: There is no time like the present to register for the Back to Heartland High School Gathering taking place January 17th- 18th at the Galion, Saint Joseph Activity Center. It begins at noon on Sunday and runs until 11 a.m. on Monday. The cost for the gathering is just $15 if prepaid by January 12th or $20 if you pay at the door. The weekend includes faith building, speakers, fun, games and a whole lot of fun! If you are interested in getting involved you can pick up a registration form at the parish office or through the youth office by contacting Youth Director, Elizabeth Wurm at wurm.elizabeth@myspartans.org. Attention 7th and 8th Graders: Join us for the Back to Heartland Junior High School Gathering on Sunday, February 14th from1 p.m.- 7 p.m. at Saint Francis in Willard. The day includes games, workshops, food, prayer, dancing and friends and will have a Confirmation Theme. The cost to attend is $10.00 if prepaid and $15.00 if you pay at the door. Families are invited to join us at the closing liturgy at 6 p.m. at Saint Francis Xavier. Registration forms are available in the parish office and through the youth office by contacting Elizabeth Wurm at wurm.elizabeth@myspartans.org. Dear Parent(s)/Guardian, SCHOOL NEWS I have served as Pastor of St. Peter s Parish for five years. I am blessed to be here! During that time, I have come to experience the quality Catholic education that our school has to offer. Learning occurs in a disciplined environment, where religious values infuse our Courses of Study. The school community is small enough to respond to the needs of individual students, yet large enough to prepare our young people for the post secondary educational experience and life s challenges. Qualified and dedicated faculty and staff give daily of their time and expertise to help shape an educational environment where each student feels valued and where children learn. We sincerely hope that you will consider St. Peter s School as you select a school for your child(ren). As a young boy, my father reminded me, Education is something that can never be taken from you. Why not consider the best education possible, in a Christian environment, where each person is valued as a son or daughter of God? We are pleased to inform you of the numerous opportunities to visit our campus throughout the year and we encourage you to visit us to see why St. Peter s offers an excellent program and remains a strong, viable presence in our community. Information about St. Peter s School including enrollment events, tuition assistance, State of Ohio School Choice scholarships, and parent and alumni testimonials are available at all doorways of the church. Blessings to you and yours! Sincerely, Very Rev. Gregory R. Hite, M.S., S.T.L. Pastor and Superintendent The Mansfield Catholic Cemeteries Committee is moving forward with the addition of up to four Columbaria in the Prince of Peace Cemetery in 2016. A Columbarium is a marble structure holding 48 single spaces (niches) for the placement of cremated remains in a cemetery. Each niche can hold two urns. Before construction can begin we need to pre-sell twelve (12) niches. The price for each niche has been set at $1,300 but until March 31, 2016 we are going to offer these niches at a reduced price of $1,100. If you think this may be an option for your family, please contact Tracey Williamson in the Parish Center at 419-524- 2572 For more information please refer to our website at www.mansfieldcatholiccemeteries.org. Heringhaus General Dentistry 419-524-7409

Page 5 St. Peter s Catholic Church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 St. Peter s Parish is seeking a Business Manager Mansfield St. Peter Catholic school and parish is seeking a Business Manager to provide leadership and day-to-day management of the financial and administrative affairs of the parish and schools. The Business Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective administration of the parish financial, capital and human resources for a Catholic parish of 1,600 family households in Mansfield, Ohio. Works at the direction of the Pastor and in consultation with the Parish Finance Council. Duties include management of all range of parish administrative functions. Due to its scope and supervisory responsibility, parish administrative responsibility is fully delegated by the pastor in the areas of finance, facilities, purchasing, stewardship, communications and personnel. Supervises all staff support positions. Requires a Bachelor s Degree in Business or Accounting with at least five years business management experience or equivalent. Must have high level of computer expertise including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, power Point and Outlook). Must learn cloud-based Quick- Books account system. Prefer a practicing Catholic and registered member of a Catholic Parish faith community. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resume to humanresources@myspartans.org or to St. Peter s Parish 104 West First Street Mansfield, Ohio 44903 Attn: Parish Business Manager Search Committee There will be a Thanksgiving Food Collection for the H.O.P.E. Pantry at Catholic Charities. Please bring canned and boxed food (non-expired, please!) to the 9:00 a.m. Mass Thanksgiving Day. Help will be needed after that Mass to load cars and take the food to Catholic Charities. Every little bit helps a lot! Thank you for your generosity! Now that our Preserving Our past, Securing Our Future Campaign is officially underway, we are looking for a few special angels to help elevate the standard of giving for everyone by making one of the few key pacesetting gifts that we need to assure our campaign s success. Several gifts in an amount equal to 1% to 10% or more of our overall goal would be a God send to us and will all but assure our success. Please, check out the Campaign Messenger Newsletter to view the gifts that have been given and those that are still needed. Check out the various ways that gifts can be made, which may enable you to make larger and more beneficial gifts than you thought were humanly possible. In short, consider becoming one of the angels we need for a successful campaign and make an awe-inspiring, uplifting gift. Your generosity is sure to be richly blessed...with maybe a wing...definitely a prayer and God s abundant grace...and other earthly and heavenly rewards that await. CHRISTMAS CLASSIC IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Christmas Classic: December 5, 2015 Call 419-524-8162 to reserve a craft table for only $25.00. POTICAS, POINSETTIAS and KIEFFELS Do not forget to place your order for poinsettias, poticas, and kieffels. We will make kieffels on November 30th, and poticas on December 3rd & 4th starting at 8:00 a.m. in the cafeteria. Sit down jobs available in early afternoon wrapping poticas. We need lots of helpers both men and women. Call Jenny Wala at 419-756-6064 for more information. Knights of Columbus Council 687 419-529-5532 Baptism Bib Ministry - We extend a huge "thank you" to MaryAnne Voytko for her many, many years of sewing Baptismal garments. Although MaryAnne is no longer able to sew all the garments, she will generously continue to donate the material. We are reaching out to all our parish seamstresses to consider being part of this beautiful ministry. If you would like to see the pattern and learn more about this project, please come to the Parish Center Monday, November 30th, at 1:00 for an initial meeting. This is not a commitment; simply come to learn more and see if you are called to this parish ministry. Questions? Call Lynne at 419-524-2572.

Page 6 St. Peter s Catholic Church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 TODAY S READINGS First Reading One like a Son of man received dominion, glory, and kingship (Daniel 7:13-14). Psalm The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty (Psalm 93). Second Reading Jesus Christ is the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead (Revelation 1:5-8). Gospel For this I came into the world, to testify to the truth (John 18:33b-37). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45; Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Dn 3:62-67; Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Dn 6:12-28; Dn 3:68-74; Lk 21:20-28 Thanksgiving Day, Suggested: Sir 50:22-24; Ps 145:2-11; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19 Friday: Dn 7:2-14; Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27; Dn 3:82-87; Lk 21:34-36 Sunday: Jer 33:14-16; Ps 25:4-5, 8-10, 14; 1 Thes 3:12 4:2; Lk 21:25-28, 34-36 50th Jubilee of Cursillo in Christianity in the Diocese of Toledo: The first Cursillo was celebrated in Toledo in November, 1965 at SS Peter and Paul Parish. We will remember this occasion on Sunday, November 22nd, with a Jubilee Celebration beginning with Mass at 12:00 noon, followed by a potluck dinner and Ultreya. All are invited to participate. Location: SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church 738 St. Clair Street Toledo OH 43609 De Colores! Advent Wreaths The Sorrowful Mother Shrine Gift Shop has a beautiful new selection of wreaths to help you enjoy a blessed. Advent and better prepare for the coming of the Christ Child. Stop in the Gift Shop at 4106 State Route 269 south of Bellevue and take a look. For more information, call 419-483-3435 ext. 106. St. Paul Norwalk is hosting Dr. Edward Hahnenberg, author and professor at John Carroll University in Cleveland. He will help us celebrate the closing of the 50 th Anniversary of Vatican Council II and the opening of the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy proclaimed by Pope Francis. He is coming on Thursday, December 3 rd from 7-9 p.m. to St. Paul Parish Gathering Space, 91 E. Main St., Norwalk, OH. The event is free and open to all!

Page 7 St. Peter s Catholic Church, Mansfield, Ohio November 22, 2015 ENTERING INTO FULL COMMUNION WITH THE CATHOLIC CHURCH ***We ask that you might share this letter with someone who might meet these criteria and who is interested in entering into full communion with the Catholic Church For years St. Peter s Parish has offered the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This is the process through which those who are not baptized and not catechized enter into full communion with the Church. We have found over the years that we have many baptized Christians in our parish who come to church frequently, have raised or are raising their children in the Catholic faith, and volunteer in various capacities, but who are not full members of the Catholic Church. Due to their involvement and their exposure to the Catholic Church, the full RCIA process may not be the most suitable path for them. The Catholic Church specifically says that for those in this situation, no undue burden should be placed on their entrance into full communion with the Church. For the second year in a row, our parish is offering a special program for those in this situation. It will be a shortened version of the RCIA journey suited for those who have absorbed much of Catholic life and belief over the years. The requirements for participation are: a baptized Christian - this means baptized with water in a Christian congregation according to the Trinitarian formula I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. You will need to prove this through written record or testimony of someone who was present at the baptism. has been exposed to and supportive of the Catholic Church for many years e.g. married to a Catholic, raised your children Catholic, semi-frequent attendance at Mass, etc. is in a valid marriage this means that those in need of an annulment or the Church s blessing of their marriage are not able to enter into full communion until the marriage situation has been resolved. If there are questions about this, we would be happy to help you clarify this matter. The sessions for this special program will be on six Saturday mornings stretching from January through March January 23 & 30, February 13 & 20, and March 5 & 12. We are building in a couple of off weekends so that the schedule is easier to manage. The sessions will begin at 8:30am and take place in the Assisi Room on the fourth floor of the high school building. A light breakfast will be provided. We will be finished each day no later than noon. Since we know the busy-ness of your schedules, we would ask that you attend at least five of the six sessions. You are encouraged to attend all six, but one excused absence is certainly understandable. The goal would be for the participants to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil, March 26, 2016. However, entrance into the Church could happen any time following the program if different arrangements need to be made. If you are interested in this process or know someone who might be interested, please invite them with this letter or contact us about reaching out to them. If you have any questions about the program or wish to participate, please contact Fr. Jeremy Miller, at miller.jeremy@myspartans.org, or Lynne Lukach at lukach.lynne@myspartans.org, or call either of us at (419) 524-2572.