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RECTORY: (636) 391-1307 SCHOOL: (636) 394-6840 8:00 am - 3:30 pm 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Parish School of Religion: (636) 394-6840

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Dear family,

Accessed at : https://www.pinterest.com/pin/156922368236585272/?lp=true It certainly was a long time ago, the summer of 1977, when as a family, the Dunlaps, 4/5 of us, anyway (more on that in a sentence or so), saw Star Wars, Episode IV, A New Hope, at a Drive-In theatre. I was almost 6 years old, and I loved it. Throughout my childhood, the original (and best episodes, in my humble opinion) three Star Wars Movies ran like a thread through our family.

I watched Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back on August 13 or 14, 1980, with my dad and my little brother Mark. Our sister Julie had just been born, and she and my mom were still in the hospital. When Return of the Jedi came out in 1983, we saw that together as well. Between my brother and me, and our neighborhood friends down the street, the 3 Buettner brothers, Chris, Mark, and Matt, I think we pretty much had most of the original toys, which we PLAYED with. Hmm, I wonder where those toys are now? I wish I knew. I still have a Lego Millennium Falcon in my Saved for Later cart on Amazon Smile. Questions I ask myself: Will I ever buy it? Have you seen the price of it? Will I ever have time to assemble it? Then what would I do with it?

The final Star Wars film in the original canon, Episode XI, The Rise of Skywalker, hit theaters a little over a week ago now, to immense anticipation (just like Christmas) and record crowds, it’s taken the world by storm. Have you seen it yet? Anticipating the movie, thanks to Disney+, I went back and watched all 8 of the previous movies, and the two standalone movies, as well as the new series available only on Disney+, The Mandalorian. I wanted to go back and revisit and remember the history of this family, the Skywalkers. If you squint and look, you can see a vague…ok very vague, similarity to the Holy Family. Imagine: “A long time ago in a land far, far away… “… see? Not so different, eh?

Know that whether you are a family of one, or a family of 10, or somewhere in between, know that whatever the size, God is calling you to be a holy family, like the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, that we celebrate this weekend. How? Here are just a few ways:

1. Pray together. Attend Mass together. Pray Grace before meals. Pray the rosary together, etc. Pray with and for one another.

2. Share a meal together.

3. Family Movie Night - you had to see this one coming.

Christ is born!

The Holy Family reminds us that no matter what your family looks like, no family is perfect. Even the Holy Family. Think about that. They had their struggles too. We can all take comfort in that. We do the best we can, and we strive for holiness, and to love one another. This time of year can be really difficult for many, as we may grieve the loss of family members, or maybe we know we need to apologize or forgive but we can’t, or we may feel loneliness or regret. Family time can be challenging, as we can get stuck in our brokenness, our lost relationships.

Nothing can prepare parents, family or friends for a child dying prior to birth, due to miscarriage, accident or other reason. The Order for the Naming and Commendation of an Infant Who Died Before Birth was created to assist those who are grieving for a lost infant, seeking to set the death of an infant within the context of faith, and uniting the grieving parents and family members to our merciful God. Based on Christian faith and hope, this rite provides parents the occasion to name their child and commend it in faith to the loving mercy of God. We will hold this Order for the Naming and Commendation of an Infant Who Died Before Birth next Saturday January 11 following 8 a.m. Mass in church. A certificate will be given to the parents during the ceremony. All family members are invited to attend this scripture service. Your RSVP to the parish office would be appreciated.

If you are looking to give that bigger, year-end gift to the parish or school, we invite you to please ask your employer if they participate in the Matching Gifts Program. Please note: the last day we can accept donations for the 2019 year is: January 5, 2020, as long as the donation is dated NO LATER than December 31, 2019.

Finally, we are still in the Octave of Christmas. As such, you are invited to make the most of this joyful time. Keep that tree up a little longer. Say “I’m sorry” if you need to. Spend time with the Lord, relating to him your thoughts, feelings, and desires, then receive what the Lord wants to say to you. Spend time with your family members. Don’t be afraid to say “I love you” when you mean it. Savor the season. LOVE your families. Find that JOY… the JOY of Christmas! Watch your favorite Christmas movies. Heck, just watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GWAQZiBi6U. It’s guaranteed to bring you JOY! “What is it? What is it?” you ask. It’s my gift to you. Well, ok, not exactly MINE. I’ll bet you already know what it is, don’t you?

Upcoming Events: Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God - January 1 - Holy Day of Obligation Monday, December 31 - 5 p.m. & Tuesday, January 1 - 9 a.m.

Saturday, January 11 following 8 a.m. Mass in church - Order of Naming and Commendation of an Infant Who Died Before Birth – see above

Please note: NO PUBLIC ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT ON NEW YEAR’S EVE DUE TO THE HOLIDAY.

As the Joyful Season of Christmas Continues… I continue to wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Have a great week!

#BetheGreaterGator

Fr. Chris Dunlap

OH YES, and OUR ST. LOUIS BLUES ARE STANLEY CUP CHAMPIONS!!!

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Charles Etling, Jr. John & Rosemary Veith Steve Dermody Donna Etling Lambrecht Franz & Marie Metzger Ray Stratmann Clarence & Helen Ahrens Eileen Metzger Deacon Joe Kennedy Dan Stratmann Charles & Josephine Etling Danny Kennedy Geraldine Rabe Art Steiger Claude Martin Gussie & Hank Townsend George McCormick David McCormick Al & Gert Joseph Mary & Jack Kennedy Ella Pauli Meghan Samisch Jason Todd Bauman Jack & Esther Sale Sharp & Day Families James Bauman Gough Family Nance, Mike & Pat Sale Earl “Trey” Clifford Ruggeri Family Sandy Rettle Dolores & Fred Freiner Wesley Clifford Larry Rambo Pat Anderson Toni Heitert Huelsmann & Lester Families Nancy Mallon Darrell Mobley Joel Huelsmann Lucille & Roman Beuc James R. Mallon Mike Samisch Peter Schaefer John O’Brien Michael Townsend Glennon Schaefer Simone Nailor Joe Murphy Francis & Estelle Flynn Marie Weber Erin Flanagan William Amend Gloria Daniel Bill Lister Kevin O’Brien Stella Genovese Dolora Beckerle Ernst & Hedy Kullenberg Ed Schuster Terry McGuire Jackie Luedde Cliff Hungerford Ernst Roehm Ken Werner Barbara Niemeyer Joseph Hadzima Scott R. Diderrich Elaine Ebeling Madeline & Bill Fisher Leonard Shotwell Bill & Barbara Fisher Joseph & Helen Tasch Carolyn Forsyth Norma Frick Hederman/Biggins Families Louis R. Demeter Andar DeVille Sorkin/Wieck Families Brown & Homan Families James D. Trovato Joe & Loretta Lawrence Armella E. Stover William C. Banton II Gil & Catherine Kuhn Harold A. Stover Mary McCarthy Mr. & Mrs. John Roth Lindsey Judd Maurice & Irene Curran Mr. & Mrs. William J. Beger Angelo & Ann Zarinelli Francis & Florence Shea Eschmann & Klorer Families

In Memory and Honor of: We would like to express our gra tude to those who contributed to our

Christmas Flower Offering in tribute to the following:

Christ is born!

Girl Scout Family of God Metal

The Family of God Medal is the Catholic Girl Scouting religious program designed to help young girls discover the presence of God in their daily lives as members of both a family and a parish. CPOP is offering the Family of God Medal Classes for all 2nd grade parish Girl Scouts. Three classes will be held in January and February at an after school or weekend time for interested participants. Medals will be awarded at the Girl Scout Mass on March 7th at 5:00 pm. The fee for this program, which includes the workbook, medal, and supplies is $20. Registration deadline is January 3rd. If interested in participating, please contact Lori Connolly at 904-735-7861 or via email at lconnolly10@hotmail.com to register.

**SAVE THE DATE!!** February 8, 2020

The CPOP 2020 Trivia Night hosted by the CPOP Athletic Association will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020 in the school cafeteria! Doors will open at 6:15 pm and trivia will begin at 7:00 pm. Cost is $200 per table and will include wine, beer, and water...plus the time of your lives! Registration will open January 6th and run through January 31st. 30 tables max and we expect to sell out! Start building your teams now! If you are interested in helping out on the Trivia Planning Committee, please email Mike Callahan at mikecallahan75@gmail.com as soon as possible. Thanks all and we hope to see you and your friends at our 2020 CPOP Trivia Night!

Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God Holy Day of Obligation

December 31

Mass at 5:00 pm

January 1 Mass at 9:00 am

My name is Stone Cook and I’m blessed to be the new Youth Minister for Christ, Prince of Peace parish. I recently moved to the St. Louis area from Cape Girardeau, MO where I attended Southeast Missouri State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychology. I was born and raised in Kansas City, MO, thus born and raised a Kansas City Royals’ fan. I have a beautiful and healthy baby boy who is growing fast. We are happy to be at Christ, Prince of Peace parish and are excited to see how God is guiding us in this phase of our lives and how He wants to use me to bless the youth in this parish family.

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Whole Kids Outreach Christmas Toy Collection. The goal of this organization is to create strong, healthy, and happy families in rural areas of southeast Missouri. CPOP families collected a variety of toys to be donated to Whole Kids. Many students enjoyed choosing toys that they had enjoyed in the past. As we were collecting the items, our eighth grade students shared fond memories of toys they had and were excited that these children in southeast Missouri would be able to enjoy these new toys. What a great way to share our bounty with those who could really use the helping hand. Great things are happening at CPOP School! Mrs. Hoormann Principal

After Care Help Needed!

Beginning in January, CPOP School is in need of someone to help with our after school care program. The program is run by one of our teachers who is present each day. We are looking for someone to assist by playing games with the students, supervising free play in the gym/playground, and helping students complete homework. This is a great paid opportunity for someone who only wants to work a couple of hours each day or only a few days per week. Our after care program runs from 3:00 pm-6:00 pm, Monday through Friday on full school days. If interested, please contact Joanne Hoormann at 636-394-6840 or jhoormann@cpopschool.com.

FORE!

CYC Golf Registration is open for all boys and girls grades 1 – 8. Little League (Grades 1 - 4) includes 6 lessons by PGA instructors and two 9-hole rounds. Big League (Grades 5 - 8) includes 4 clinics and five 9-hole rounds. Individual and Team Championship for lowest scoring golfers. More information and registration available at https://ezrosters.com/stl-cpop. Registration will close on January 27th.

2019 Contributions In order to provide your 2019 contribution statements in a timely manner, all contributions credited to 2019 must be received by the

rectory on or before Sunday, January 5, 2020. Checks must be dated 2019 and clearly marked 2019 Contribution.

Online Giving: Our website is www.christprinceofpeace.com, click the online giving link on the main page. For additional information, email Nancy at nzoia@christprinceofpeace.com or call the Rectory at 636-391-1307. Thank you!

The Book Club will be meeting on Monday, January 27, at 7:00 pm in the Rectory basement to discuss Dark Night of the Soul by St. John of the Cross, with a new translation and introduction by Mirabai Starr, translation copyright 2002. Please join in any or all of the group gatherings! Contact Diane Bialis at bialis@charter.net for more information.

Christ is born!

Remember in Your Prayers Please remember in your prayers the Benefactors of our Endowment Fund, those on our Parish Prayer Line and those who are sick, especially our parishioners:

Fred Applegate Buzz Dunaway

Rosemary Applegate Mary King

Joann Brady Dennis Klos

Ann Marie Cochran Jim Mosbacher

Joyce Cullen Betty Purschke

Jack Donovan Joan Weissert

as well as,

Marty Hartigan, nephew of Bob Ogrodnik

Rick Ruble, brother-in-law of Dick Tuhro

Karen Tovar, aunt of Monika Hill

Barbara Ferretti, sister of Mary Ann Knizel

Jonathan Ferretti, nephew of Mary Ann Knizel

If you would like to add or remove someone, please call the

Parish Office at 636-391-1307.

Stewardship Actual Goal Over/Under

Sunday Offering $ 20,789

Online $ 4,397

Total (12/15/19) $ 25,186 $ 22,445 $ 2,741

Year to Date $ 508,832 $ 538,680 $ (29,848)

Maintenance $ 480 Year to Date $ 19,017

Sunday, December 29

- Masses at 8:00 am, 9:45 am & 11:30 am

- Children’s Liturgy 9:45 am Mass CB

Tuesday, December 31 ~ New Year’s Eve

- Mass 5:00 pm CH

Wednesday, December 1 ~ New Years Day

- Mass 9:00 am CH

Saturday, January 4

- Reconciliation 4:00 pm CH

- Mass 5:00 pm CH-Blessing of Expectant

Families

Sunday, January 5

- Masses at 8:00 am, 9:45 am & 11:30 am-

Blessing of Expectant Families

- Children’s Liturgy 9:45 am Mass CB

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Our Week Ahead At Christ Prince of Peace

The Parish Prayer Line

The Parish Prayer Line consists of a group of fellow parishioners who will pray for your intentions. If you have need of prayer or would like to join our prayer line, call Rosie at 636-256-9398 or email Connie at csorkin@yahoo.com.

Stewardship Reflection “Wives, be subordinate to your husbands…Husbands, love your wives…Children, obey your parents in eve-rything…Fathers, do not provoke your children…” Colossians 3:18-21 Pope Francis said that families, through their life of prayer and love, become "schools of true human growth." Being credible witnesses of Christian love, especially that of family members, exerts the most positive influence on our children. We are all children of God, let us pray and love each other as God, Our Father, does for us.

Mission Statement

Nourished by the

Word and

Eucharist,

we imitate Christ, the

Prince of Peace,

through

unconditional love

and service

to others.

Mass Intentions Liturgical Roles January 4 & 5

Legend CB Church Basement

CH Church

CMR Church Meditation Rm

RB Rectory Basement

RC Rectory Conference Rm

CAFÉ Cafeteria

SCH School

SMR School Music Rm

Rm #110 School Youth Rm

Christ is Born!

Monday, December 30

8:00 am Jerry Kuhlman

Tuesday, December 31

5:00 pm Larry M. Lewis

Wednesday, January 1

9:00 am Mary Liddy

Thursday, January 2

8:00 am Sucher/Leonard Families

Friday, January 3

8:00 am Int. of Greg Mathiesen Family

Saturday, January 4

8:00 am Ray Jansen 5:00 pm William Maender

Sunday, January 5

8:00 am Our Parish Family 9:45 am Donald Alsop 11:30 am Teresa McCreanor

Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion

5:00 pm M. Brennan, D. Kowalczyk

R. Kowalczyk, R. Ritter

J. Schlichting, A. Shea

L. Triller

8:00 am T. Cini, L. Cini

F. Denny, R. Denny

C. Gilbert, T. Mueller

M. Rudloff

9:45 am D. Brady, M. Cummins

G. Eschmann, M. Mortland

J. Naunheim, J. Purschke

N. Thole

11:30 am T. Gordon, J. Gordon

M. Griffin, B. Johns

K. LeBrun, C. McCloskey

N. Schanbusch

Lectors

5:00 pm M. Jansen , C. McNichols

8:00 am T. Fontana, R. Crump

9:45 am R. McCarthy, K. Cummins

11:30 am M. Neely

9:45 am D. Beger 01/05

9:45 am Volunteer 01/12

Altar Servers

Monday 12/30 8:00 am M. Clever J. Clever

Tuesday 12/31 5:00 pm L. Friedman M. Friedman L. Ruyle

Wednesday 01/01 9:00 am B. Probst G. Purschke

Thursday 01/02 8:00 am L. Ruyle Volunteer

Friday 01/03 8:00 am M. Clever Volunteer

Saturday 01/04 8:00 am C. Oldani

5:00 pm L. Monzyk B. Probst M. Schmidt

Sunday 01/05 8:00 am M. Mathiesen L. Mathiesen T. Schoenekase

9:45 am E. Naunheim G. Purschke K. Thole

11:30 am G. Cahill E. Khazen C. Schanbusch

Celebration of the Sacraments Sacrament of Baptism Baptisms are celebrated on the First and Third Sunday of the month at 12:45 pm on Sunday afternoon. Parents must be registered, practicing Catholics and attend a baptismal preparation class.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday from 4:00 to 4:45 pm and anytime upon request.

Sacrament of Marriage Arrangements for the Sacrament of Marriage are to be made by the prospective bride and groom with the priest at least nine months before the wedding.

Devotions Our Mother of Perpetual Help Devotions are conducted every Tuesday after 6:30 and 8:00 am Masses. The Rosary is recited the first Saturday of the month for the Respect for Life Campaign before the 5:00 pm Mass and every Monday after the 8:00 am Mass in honor of Our Lady of Fatima.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for Adoration from 12:00 to 6:30 pm every Tuesday in Church. All are encouraged to spend an hour with our Lord.

Bulle n Deadline - Monday at Noon Announcements Deadline - Thursday at Noon A , .

The Holy Family December 29, 2019

Welcome! A warm welcome to all our guests and

visitors who have joined us at today’s liturgy.

We hope that you feel at home here. Please let us know if we can be of

any assistance while you are among us.

Holy Mass Schedule Saturday: 8:00 am & 5:00 pm (Sunday Liturgy)

Sunday: 8:00 am, 9:45 am & 11:30 am

Weekdays: 8:00 am

Tuesday: 6:30 am & 8:00 am

Wednesday: 6:30 am & 8:00 am

Pastoral Staff (636) 391-1307 Rev. Christopher J. Dunlap, Pastor Ext. 308 cdunlap@cpopschool.com

Rev. Dennis J. Doyle Ext. 309

Deacon Patrick J. Belding (314) 223-4488 pbelding6@gmail.com

Mrs. Nancy Zoia, Business Administrator Ext. 310 nzoia@christprinceofpeace.com

Ms. Trish Whitmore, Admin. Asst. Ext. 307 twhitmore@christprinceofpeace.com

Mr. Tony Phillips, Dir. of Evangelization & Ext. 311 tphillips@christprinceofpeace.com Parish Counselor Counseling Line: 636-594-0011

Mr. Adam Wright, Dir. of Music & Media Ext. 314 awright@christprinceofpeace.com

Mr. Stone Cook, Dir. Of Youth Ministry Ext. 317 scook@christprinceofpeace.com

Mrs. Joanne Hoormann, Principal Ext. 102 jhoormann@cpopschool.com

Mrs. Karen Watkins, School Secretary Ext. 102 kwatkins@cpopschool.com

Mrs. Laura Maledy, School Secretary Ext. 102 lmaledy@cpopschool.com

Mrs. Cindy Fichter, Evening School & CRE Ext. 132 cfichter@cpopschool.com

Mrs. Karen Kurowski, PSR & PGC Ext. 132 kkurowski@christprinceofpeace.com

Mr. Keith Cleveland, Maintenance Ext. 124 kcleveland@cpopschool.com