OCTOBER 21, 2018 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... 507-381-6721 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 Weekly Schedule Oct. 21 Oct. 28 Sunday, Oct. 21-29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 53:10-11 / Hebrews 4:14-16 / Mark 10:35-45 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (+Tim Johnson), St. Peter Monday, October 22 Ephesians 2:1-10 / Luke 12:13-21 7:30 am...confession, St. Peter 8:00 am... Mass (+Kregg Kuhle ), St. Peter 9:00 am... Bible Study 6:30 pm... Mass 101, St. Paul Tuesday, October 23 Ephesians 2:12-22 / Luke 12:35-38 7:30 am...confession, St. Peter 8:00 am...mass (+Elmer Birkeland ), St. Peter 6:30 pm... St. Peter Administrative Counciil Wednesday, October 24 Ephesians 3:2-12 / Luke 12:39-48 7:30 am... Confession, St. Paul 8:00 am... Mass St. Paul 8:15 am... JI Prayer - Kindergarten 6:00 pm... Confession 6:30 pm... Faith Formation Grades 2-8 6:30 pm... Sanctuary Choir Thursday, October 25 Ephesians 3:14-21 / Luke 12:49-53 7:00 am... Mass (+Mary Stoffel), St. Peter 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm... Adoration 6:30 am... Mass 101, St. Peter 7:00 pm... Knights of Columbus Meeting Friday, October 26 Ephesians 4:1-6 / Luke 12:54-59 7:30 am...confession, St. Peter 8:15 am... JI Mass - Grade 4 (+Kevin Kuhle), St. Peter Saturday, October 27 Ephesians 4:7-16 / Luke 13:1-9 3:00 pm...confession, St. Peter 4:00 pm... Mass (+Parish Family), St. Peter 5:30-7 pm... Trunk or Treat Sunday, Oct. 28-30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Jeremiah 31:7-9 / Hebrews 5:1-6 / Mark 10:46-52 8:00 am... Mass, St. Paul 10:00 am... Mass (Leeb Family), St. Peter 10:00 am... Sunday School 12:00 pm... Mass (+Margaret K. Bowden), Gustavus 7:00 pm... LifeTeen 7:00 pm... Mass 101, St. Peter Ministry of Liturgy Schedule October 27-4:00 pm SERVERS: Sophia Ruffing, Lydia Yost EME: Denise Attenberger, Bob Genelin, Bill Leonard, Tim Prachar, Rachel Thompson GIFTS: Ron Bresnahan Family LECTOR: Lorna Bungum USHERS: Volunteers Needed October 28-10:00 am SERVERS: Kylie Grack, Cole Junso EME: Jeff & Peggy Borgmeier, Sue Connor, Mike & Susie Miner, Kathy Schmidt GIFTS: Pat & Pam Kienlen LECTOR: Brad Schloesser USHERS: Audrey Schmitz, Steve & Maureen Carlson All Saints Mass October 31st 5pm We are looking for people to help with the various ministries for the All Saints Eve Mass on Wednesday, October 31 at 5pm. Please email Sarah at sarah.denn@johnirelandschool.org or call the parish office. Thank you! Rosary October 28 Rosary led by the Knights of Columbus There is a rosary before weekday Mass at 7:30am in the Chapel. Coffee and Donuts Join us for the next coffee and rolls on Sunday, October 28. October 28: Bob & Judy Douglas Seven Sacraments: Anointing of the Sick as Healing: Episode 10 St. Peter Access Channel 7 Wednesday, October 24-9 pm Thursday, October 25-10 am Father Brian Mullady, O.P., S.T.D., presents an indepth study of the moral doctrine of the Church visa-vis the moral problems our post-vatican II era faces. Issues such as conscience, freedom, law, and the formation of moral maturity are the topics of this 13-part series. Birthday Party Please help Marian Pyan celebrate her 90th Birthday on Saturday, October 27 from 3-7pm at the American Legion Club in St. Peter. 2 Church of St. Peter
Dear Parishioners, A NOTE FROM FATHER Our sympathy to the families of Donald Vogt, Bernita Seitzer, and Mary Jane Borrell who have died in the recent weeks. May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace. (I apologize if I forgot anyone, too). Congratulations to Mark Kauffmann and Brittany Corson who were married last weekend. May they enjoy many years of married life. In my homily two weekends ago, I spoke on marriage. At our recent Pastoral Leader Days, we heard a presentation by World-Wide Marriage Encounter. As I listened, I could not help but think of my message. Marriage Encounter is for all couples, but is especially for those who have good marriages that want to take that next step. I encourage couples to think about attending. While it is a commitment of time and treasure, it is an profound investment in yourselves, your spouse, and your children. You can find information about the weekends at SouthMNWWME.org, or contact the local coordinators Craig and Barb Wetter (craig.barb.wetter@wwme.org). Pastoral Leader Days were thought provocation. The presenter is on staff at the St. Luke s Institute in Maryland. The Institute deals with in-patient treatment of priests and religious who are in need of psychological assistance. They are also a place where priests who are sexually abusive or struggling with celibacy are sent for help. While he referred to some of the insights that come from that work, his presentations were really about proper boundaries, setting a rule for life, and an encouragement to assess our self-care. The priests and religious most likely to get into trouble are the ones who lack emotional intelligence and neglect self-care. While there are a few areas that I need to improve in, by and large I think that my self-assessment is fair. In Christ, ~ 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. 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 3
CHURCH OF ST. PAUL CHURCH OF ST. PAUL SUNDAY COLLECTION Sunday, 10/14 Adult - $871.00 / Plate - $85.00 Social Concerns $45.00 / Rent $50.00 WEDNESDAY: 1:00 pm Church Cleaning MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS Wed., 10/24 8:00 am Kathy Mettler Sun., 10/28 8:00 am - Bill Hohenstein MINISTRY OF LITURGY Sunday, October 28 USHERS: Dave Holcomb, Chuck Kienlen, Justin Laven LECTOR: Kristy Zajac EME: Barb Blashack, Clarice Rosin, Brenda Thompson, Jeff Zajac, Donna Zins SACRISTAN: Bill Blashack SERVERS: Brianna Michels, Theresa Rosin GIFTS: Paul and Donna Zins GREETERS: Dave and Tricia Holcomb 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, Herman Mettler, Shirley Michels, Logan Moan, Daniel Podol, Matt Reichard, Pete Reinhart, Pat Zins, Greg, Richard, Rob, Scott, Troy. We pray for all who are ill or hospitalized. Nursing Home Residents: 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. Fran Renne, Monarch Meadows, North Mankato. Betty Wenner, Pheasants Ridge, St. Peter. Cletus Wenner, Heritage Meadows Senior Living, St. Peter. PARISH NOTES: 1. The family of Robert Bobby Weber extends their deepest appreciation to St. Paul s Church Community for their support, prayers and messages of sympathy. A heartfelt thank you to Fr. Todd Petersen, Dcn Steve Spilman and everyone that took part in the comforting Mass service. We are in gratitude to those who brought food and prepared the lunch. Thank you! 2. Trunk n Treat, Friday, October 26, 7:00 pm Nicollet Public School. If you would like to have a Trunk, please email chamber@nicollet.org to register your Trunk. All Trunks need to be ready and on site by 6:30 p.m. 3. Sunday, October 28 has been designated as Priesthood Sunday. It is a day to reflect upon and affirm the role of the priesthood in the life of the church as a central one. Please join the church on this special day in praying for our priests, in praising God for their courage and their generosity. 4. St. Padre Pio Relics Tour, Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, New Ulm, Sunday, October 28. 10:00 am Holy Mass in honor of St. Pio celebrated by Bishop John LeVoir. 11:00 am 6:30 pm Time for veneration of relics and confessions available. Refreshments, religious goods for purchase and the viewing of an informational video on Padre Pio will all be available in Leifeld Hall. For more information go to www.dnu.org or contact: Diocese of New Ulm, Office of Worship 507-233-5320 / sranna@dnu.org 5. Church of St. Paul, Comfrey, Sausage Dinner, Sunday, October 28 with a 10:00 am Mass. The buffet-style sausage, sauerkraut dinner with all the fixings is served 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. Tickets: Adults - $12 / Children (ages 6-12) - $5 / Preschool (5 and under) - $3. Take-outs available. There will be homemade candy, baked and canned goods, fresh produce, etc. Drawing at 2:00 pm. Anyone who has suffered sexual abuse by a priest or another person involved in Church ministry is encouraged to immediately report such abuse to local law enforcement, regardless of when it occurred, if it has not yet been reported. A listing of all county law enforcement and child protection agencies within the 15 counties of the Diocese of New Ulm is posted on the diocesan Web site at https://www.dnu.org/report-abuse. Victims and survivors of abuse by clergy are also encouraged to contact the diocesan victim assistance coordinator or the bishop s delegate in matters pertaining to sexual misconduct at 1421 6th Street North, New Ulm, MN 56073, or by phone at 507-233-5313, for counseling or other assistance in healing. 4 Church of St. Peter
CHURCH OF ST. PETER 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 on 3 different evenings: Oct. 22 at 6:30 pm at St. Paul's Oct. 25 at 6:30 pm at St. Peter's Oct. 28 at 7:00 pm at St. Peter's Up-Coming Faith Formation Calendar Faith Formation Contacts PreK-6, Adult: Mary Grack mary.grack@churchofstpeter.org LifeTeen: Heather Gilbertson heather.gilbertson@churchofstpeter.org Edge: Ben Braswell ben.braswell@churchofstpeter.org Confirmation: John Thoemke john.thoemke@churchofstpeter.org Catholic Daughters Thanks to all the members that came to the meeting on Tuesday and to the October unit for a great treat. CDA Sunday is October 21 st and we would invite members to attend Mass in a group if at all possible or if you are in attendance with family to wear the sash of our Court. We will be handing out a brochure to the women so you may get a lot of questions (hopefully) about joining. Gummi Bears will also be in the narthex. Next meeting is November 13 with a Mass for Deceased Members. Next Regent Outing is October 21 meet at CC at 5 Growing Together in a Stewardship It s Time This years, we are focusing on stewardship here in our Area Faith Community. It s time to think about what we, as parishioners, can accomplish in the coming year. Time is a gift from God. You cannot buy it, sell it or stop it. However, you can use time and you have a choice on how you use it. God is going to ask you how well you used the time He gave you. All of you are busy, but are you doing what God wants you to do? Or, are you doing what others say is best for you? Only you know what is best for you. You are awake 16 hours a day. What if you took 16 minutes of your day and purposely gave them 100% back to God for His use. That would amount to about two hours per week. Mass takes one hour, what can you do with the other hour, about 8 minutes per day. Say a short prayer whenever you can. Thank God for your life, your friends and your faith. Give a warm heartfelt greeting to everyone you meet. Be friendly. Listen carefully to what they have to say. Maybe that is the Holy Spirit talking to you through them. Visit a relative, a neighbor or a friend. Volunteer at Church. Learn something new to increase your skills. Help on a community project. Write a thank you card. Play a game with your children. Read the bible. Practice daily prayer. Listen to Catholic radio. These are just a few of the thousands of examples of stewardship of your time. God gave you a unique amount of time that you are to use to get the job done that He wants you to do. Pray about how you will use your time in the next 12 months. God will show you the way! You will feel good knowing that you are doing what you are supposed to be doing. Being a Good Steward is Rewarding 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 5
INFORMATION Catholic Watchmen Gathering The Catholic Watchmen is a movement calling men to be protectors, providers and leaders of their families and parishes. Through regular gatherings, men will come together to join in this mission to protect their families through dinner, fellowship, learning, and prayer. Our first gathering will be on October 29th from 6:30-8:30pm. Deacon Mark Kober will be speaking about being a Catholic man following the example of St. Peter. All men of our parish are invited to the event. Future gathering will be on January 28th and May 6th. World Mission Sunday Today, with Catholics of the world, we are called to offer, at this Eucharistic celebration, our prayers and our generous financial support, through The Society for the Propagation of the Faith, to continue the mission of Jesus. Today we speak up through our prayers and personal sacrifices for our brothers and sisters in the Missions. As little as $25 helps support a catechist for a month in Latin America, $75 provides for the work of religious Sisters in Africa, $100 assists children in schools in Asia As always, your prayers are your most treasured gift to the Missions. Your prayers and financial help, offered today, WORLD MISSION SUNDAY, support mission priests, religious Sisters and Brothers, and lay catechists who are Christ s witnesses to a world so in need of His healing love and peace. Sexual Abuse Anyone who has suffered sexual abuse by a priest or another person involved in Church ministry is encouraged to immediately report such abuse to local law enforcement, regardless of when it occurred, if it has not yet been reported. A listing of all county law enforcement and child protection agencies within the 15 counties of the Diocese of New Ulm is posted on the diocesan Web site at https://www.dnu.org/report-abuse. Victims and survivors of abuse by clergy are also encouraged to contact the diocesan victim assistance coordinator or the bishop s delegate in matters pertaining to sexual misconduct at 1421 6th Street North, New Ulm, MN 56073, or by phone at 507-233-5313, for counseling or other assistance in healing. 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 CHURCH OF ST. PETER THRIFT & CONSIGNMENT STORE We are searching for Holiday Volunteers especially on Saturdays. Monday 10/22 Tuesday 10/23 Wednesday 10/24 Thursday 10/25 Friday 10/26 Saturday 10/27 50% off Men s, Women s & Kids Clothes (does not include Jackets & Coats) 50% Frames, Pictures, Shelves and Lamps 50% off Puzzles, Games, Stuffed Animals & Toys 50% off Shoes & Boots 50% off Craft Supplies & Materials Bag of books $1 50% off All Halloween Merchandise & Costumes 6 Church of St. Peter
STEWARDSHIP OF DISCIPLES Treasure: Fiscal Year July 2018 - June 2019 Week ending: October 14, 2018 (current fiscal year) Actual Adult Giving Envelopes $ 4,883.10 WeShare & Electronic Giving (ACH) $ 2,297.00 Weekly Budget Total $ 7,180.10 $ 9,615.38 Loose Plate / Offertory $ 328.11 $ 288.46 Children s Offertory $ 30.36 $ 28.85 Total Weekly Offertory $ 7,538.57 $ 9,932.69 Parish Trustees: Agnes Stensby & Jeff Borgmeier Year to Date Contributions $ 148,313.35 Year to Date Budget $153,956.70 October 28 has been designated as Priesthood Sunday. This day has been chosen by the USA Council of SERRA international as a day to honor our priests. It is a day to reflect upon and affirm the role of the priesthood in the life of the church as a central one. Please join the church on this special day in praying for our priests, in praising God for their courage and their generosity. We urge you to make your appreciation for your parish priest known. A simple note, a smile or a phone call to assure him of your loving care and gratitude for his presence in the life of your local church will go a long way to serve the greater good of our wonderful Catholic Church.