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Saint Peter
Catholic Church 2835 MANOR ROAD
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA 19320 www.saintpeterchurch.net
Phone: 610-380-9045; Fax: 610-380-9049
Parish Office e-mail: [email protected]
May 19, 2019
Reverend David Patrick O’Brien
“Dear lay faithful, be close to your priests with affection and with
your prayers, that they may always be shepherds according to
God’s heart. And pray for those whom God is calling to be priests
that they may respond to this call with humility and joy.”
Pope Francis
Leadership Commission
REV. MICHAEL J. FITZPATRICK, PASTOR Rev. Emmanuel Iheaka (Chaplain in Residence) Fr. Emmanuel serves at Coatesville Veterans Hospital
Deacon Todd Smith: Permanent Deacon
Commissioned in Service of the Parish: Mrs. Robin Burckhardt: Coordinator of Parish Ministries [email protected] Mr. Austin Flinn: Music Director, Coordinator of Liturgy [email protected] Mr. Michael Field: Coordinator of Youth Ministries [email protected] Mrs. Dorothy Pepe: Business Manager [email protected] Mrs. Susan Kenna: Administrative Assistant [email protected]
Mrs. Debbie Forrest: Safe Environment Coordinator SCRIP [email protected] Mr. Steve Forrest: Buildings and Facilities Mrs. Kathy Hoffman: Parish Organist Mrs. Veronique Hadfield: Adult Choir Director
Commissioners: Serving on the Parish Pastoral Council Outreach: Jim Mulry, Ellen Cerritell, Carol and Chuck Beebe Welcome: Barbara McCleary Witness: Ken Slavik, Chris and Jessica Valentino, Colin Gallagher Worship: Jeff Yoder, Ken and Polly Pratt Education: Tim Perry, Kathy Kelly-Borowski, Lori Johns, Cathy Turpin, Sharon and Ian Bowman
Parish Finance Council: Father Fitzpatrick, Pastor Tom Stern, Phil Moran, Jeff Gilbertson, Natalie Carrozza, Ted Mirenda, Don Courtney, Alicia de la Torre-Yoder, Chuck Mirarchi, Madelyn Wadlinger. (Dottie Pepe, Advisory Member - Business Mgr.)
Our Catholic Education Programs Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary : Phone: 610-384-5961 Fax: 610-384-5730 Principal: Dr. Sarah Kerins School Web Site: www.popejohnpaul2sch.org
Parish Religious Education Program (PREP): Office and Classes at Pope John Paul II School:
Phone: 610-384-3145 Fax: 610-679-5985 Director: Mrs. Patrice Peterson [email protected]
PREP Advisory Council: Father Fitzpatrick, Pastor, Patrice Peterson, DRE, Debbie Boone, David Duva, Karen Givens, Jen Murphy, Pat O’Brien, Tim Perry, Tracy Philips, Jason Reed, Joe Stubblebine, and Ginny Fennimore.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
THIS WEEK AT SAINT PETER PARISH
Pray the Rosary & the Divine Mercy Chaplet Daily
Sunday May 19 6:30 a.m. Confessions - Shrine Rm 8:30 a.m. Confessions - Shrine Rm 10:30 a.m. Confessions - Shrine Rm
3:00 p.m. Celebration of First Mass of Thanksgiving with Fr. David O’Brien
Monday May 20 12:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl - Bethany Lounge 5:30 p.m. Clean Team (Dust Bunnies) - Church 7:00 p.m. RCIA - Bethany Lounge
Tuesday May 21 9:00 a.m. Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament 10:00 a.m. Reserved - Rms A& B 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Chaplet - Chapel 6:15 p.m. Confessions - Shrine Rm 7:00 p.m. Evening Prayer & Benediction - Chapel 7:00 p.m. Vacation Bible Camp Mtg - Rms A & B 7:00 p.m. The King's Men - Bethany Lounge 7:45 p.m. Kephas - Chapel
Wednesday May 22
4:00 p.m. St. Peter Community Festival
6:45 p.m. Cantor - Music Rm 7:15 p.m. Choir - Music Rm
Thursday May 23
4:00 p.m. St. Peter Community Festival 4:00 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal - Church 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts - SS. Drexel & Neumann 7:30 p.m. YaYa Music Practice - Church 8:00 p.m. Serenity Group / AA - Bethany Lounge Friday May 24 2:00 p.m. Wedding - Church
4:00 p.m. St. Peter Community Festival
5:30 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal - Church
Saturday May 25 12:00 p.m. Wedding - Church 3:30 p.m. Confessions - Shrine Rm
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Register with us, and learn about our Parish, on Sundays in the parish office after the 9 and 11 a.m. Masses, and Monday - Friday at the parish office during business hours.
Our Parish Vision Statement: We are a Vibrant and Prayerful Catholic Community Welcoming you to Worship God in Spirit and Truth.
Enlivening the Vision of Faithful Stewardship, Charitable Outreach and Dynamic Evangelization.
Our Parish Mission Statement: Baptized into the Life of the Holy Trinity and called to
Service in the Name of Jesus Christ, we of Saint Peter Parish strongly desire to be united as a Christian Family.
Together we will make prayer the source and strength of all our actions. As a Spirit-Filled Catholic community, we
commit ourselves to use our individual talents and gifts to reach out to one another in love and friendship.
~ FRIDAY SUMMER OFFICE HOURS ~
The Parish Office & Facilities will be closed on Fridays, June 7 - August 30.
(except for appointments)
Parish “Facilities” will be open approximately 3 p.m. on Saturday
Saint Peter Parish Apostleship of Prayer
I n your prayers, please remember the sick of our parish including…
Gayle Jacobs, Toni Sharpless, Linda Belmonte, Barbara Schober, Joseph D’Angelo, Naomi Petruska, Jenna Cummings, Tom Sandri, Donna & John Byrne,
Walter Tremoglie, Laurie Flynn, Sharon Bullock, Marianne Lewis, Ed Morris, Joan Trembecki, Richard Kern, Barry Pignoli, Lexi McAlonan,
Kathy Reaney, Cathie McCullagh, Joe Formica, Margaret Gentry, Fr. Andy Lasko, Kathy Przychodzien, Leo Kopec, Kathy Newell, John Lynch, Thomas Alvord, The McBeth Family, Barbara Lombardi, Jerry Readon,
Mary Crone, Paul Guinan, Jr., Jay Algier, Melissa Korte, Michael Cervone, Pat McGarvey, George O. Barber,
Franklin Knowles, Marion Dugan, Gary Terry, Delores Leifholt, Donna Cabry, Mona List,
Michael Sofranko, Clarissa Churns, Gary Gamache, Dan & Austin Brown, Kathy Hawk, Heather Bradway,
Dave & Zachary Bruni, Liam Hawk, Richard John, Kurt Martin, Tessie Berger, Bud Griffin, Michael Morris,
Mallory Mcnear, Rose Pakerski, Melissa Drake, Eileen Kelly, Julie Ann Kibler, Gilbert Dillinger,
Joe McCullagh, Pat Olsen, Shelly Guiseppe, Janet Dodds, Chris Valentino, Meredith Olseski, Elizabeth Romano,
Rachel Holmes, Kevin T. Moran, Carolyn Krieg, Cindy Bower, Jim McAlonan, Bea Thomas,
Edward Pristernik, Edna Staiano, Richard Carroll, Glenn Maxwell, Peter Knebel, Meredith Marascio,
Avery Reif Shaefer, John Bracelin, Anne McQuillin, and all the residents of our nursing homes.
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Please join in prayer for those remembered in our Mass Intentions
for the Week of 5/20/2019
8:30
Wednesday No Morning Mass
Thursday 8:30 a.m. Helen Hayes
Friday 8:30 a.m. Deborah Labombard
Saturday 8:30 a.m. Mary Jo Peters
Sunday 7:00 a.m. Janet Trego 9:00 a.m. Joyce Terry 11:00 a.m. Bryant Miller
Also in your prayers please remember: Deacon Joseph W. Niland and Donald P. DiCarlo, Sr., who have recently died.
The publication of the intention of the Mass in the Parish Bulletin fulfills the obligation to “announce” the intention of the Mass.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO PRAY FOR ALL OUR YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE ARMED SERVICES:
Brandon A’Hara, Ron Jon Annaballi, Timothy M. Bruce, Dillan T. Duvall,
Cristin A. Goerlitz, David Honey, Jr., Brendan Kessler, Brittany Kessler, Mallory Kessler, John Kerstetter, Tim Laurento, Jr., Steve Lentz, Ryan McGuckin, Molly McGuckin, Garrett C. McKinney, Ian Miller, Jeremy Miller, Brandon Mistretta, Kevin & James Moran, Timothy R. Powledge, Camilo Ramirez, Zachary Schaeffer, Ryan Stephenson, Bobby Stewart, Mark Thompson, Brandon Twiss, Claudia Twiss, Jason Twiss, Matthew Twiss, Brian Weightman, Erick Williams, and Jodi & Steve Zellers.
MAY 2019 PRAYER INTENTIONS OF POPE FRANCIS Evangelization: The Church in Africa, a Seed of Unity: That the Church in Africa, through the commitment of its members, may be the seed of
unity among her people and a sign of hope for this continent.
Respect Life
“Selfishness and fear are at the root of (pro-abortion)
legislation...We in the Church have a great struggle
to defend life...life is a gift not a threat.”
Pope Benedict XVI
Stewardship Commission
Sunday, May 12 $ 19, 296.10
Annual Fund 1,296.00 Annual Fund to date 64,849.57
Catholic Home Mission 1,456.00 Notre Dame Cathedral 1,150.00
The practice of tithing provides a regular reminder of your dependence on God. In good times, tithing helps you remember that God is the source of all blessings, and it allows you to demonstrate your gratitude for His care. In hard times, tithing motivates you to remember God’s faith-fulness and enables you to demonstrate trust in God to provide for all of our needs.
In full compliance with Vatican directives and Archdiocesan guidelines, low-gluten communion hosts are offered at each Mass for those who
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Did You Save the Date!
Celebrate your “Wedding Anniversary”
by renewing your vows Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 5 p.m.
followed with social and refreshments in the Celebration Center.
To register, please call Sharon Perry 610-574-9414.
A Great Time of Thanksgiving: Rev. David O’Brien’s First Mass
This Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. our parish celebrates the First Mass of Thanksgiving with Father David O’Brien. The whole parish is invited to join together in celebration of God’s gift of the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Through the ‘Invocation of the Holy Spirit’ and the ‘Laying on of Hands’ by Archbishop Chaput on Saturday at the Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Deacon Dave O’Brien was ordained a priest.
Fr. David will greet parishioners and friends after his First Mass under the tent on St. Peter Plaza. (Invited guests will join in a dinner in the Celebration Center.) Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend the historic First Mass of Thanksgiving at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, here at St. Peter Church.
Pope Francis ordained 16 men on April 22 at St. Peter Basilica. He reminded them to be like Jesus the Good Shepherd in the way they serve the members of their spiritual flock and minister to those who are lost and searching for God. “Always have before your eyes the example of the Good Shepherd, who did not come to be served, but to serve and to seek and save what was lost. May your teaching, joy and support to the faithful of Christ be the fragrance of your life,” he continued, “that with word and example you can build the House of God which is the Church.”
Pope Francis and the Seven ‘Pillars’ of Priesthood 1) The strength of a priest depends on his relationship with
Christ so that the priest sees as Christ sees and loves as he loves. It took the disciples time to really “become Christ” to others so this is not a given at ordination. For this to happen, the priest needs to continue to grow in union with Christ through prayer and intimacy.
2) Just as he must be close to Christ so the priest must be close to the people he serves. Pope Francis praised one priest for knowing his parishioners so well that he knew not only their names, but also their pets’ names!
3) A priest’s authority must be linked to service, especially to the care and protection of the poorest, weakest, the least important and most easily forgotten.
4) The priest must be a minister of mercy. God never tires of forgiving us. This is a clear call to priests never to tire in faithfully dispensing that mercy, both sacramentally and in their daily living.
5) The priest is called to a simplicity of life. Diocesan priests do not take a vow of poverty, but commit them-selves to a simple lifestyle.
6) The priest must be a model of integrity. There can be no place in priests for a haughty clericalism, any kind of abuse of their position or a concern to climb the ec-clesial career ladder but it was a real sign that no priest should consider himself exempt from the demands of ordinary accountability. Otherwise priests can “become wolves not shepherds.”
7) Finally, the priest is to be a source of blessing for his people. The anointing which he receives at his ordina-tion is not meant just for himself – it is to flow through him to those he serves. “A good priest can be recog-nized by the way his people are anointed...when our people are anointed with the oil of gladness, it is obvious: for example, when they leave Mass looking as if they have heard good news. The priest is anointed with the oil of gladness so as to anoint others with the oil of gladness.” In his preaching, in his prayer, through being truly present to his flock!
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) meets on the first and third Mondays of each month in the Bethany Rooms (Meeting Rooms C+D) near the Parish Of-fice. On Monday, May 20, at 7 p.m. The Topic will be “The Sacraments in Gen-
eral: The Catholic Worldview.” We begin with prayer based on the Sunday readings followed by teaching and discussion.
Our time is comprised of Fellowship and Prayer with Keith Kibler, Nancy Schneider, Deb Reif, Jan and Todd Smith, along with Fr. Fitzpatrick. Our candidates and potential catechumens this year include folks from a wide range of ages and religious backgrounds, and from no particular religious background. I invite your prayers for Alex, Jus-tin, Nicole, Mark, Lindsay, and Audrey. In the weeks lead-ing up to Easter several individuals and members of our parish families have indicated an interest in participating in the RCIA. All persons 16 years and older are welcome to join us on any Monday evening.
Worship Commission Celebrations of Holy Mass
DAILY: 8:30 a.m. (except Wednesday)
WEEKEND: Saturday (Vigil) 5 p.m. Sunday 7 a.m., 9 a.m., and 11 a.m. Parish Devotional & Spiritual Formation Ministries: DAILY: Rosary is prayed after the 8:30 a.m. Mass (Sunday after the 7:00 a.m. Mass for Respect Life intentions)
TUESDAY: Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament (after 8:30 Mass) Di-vine Mercy prayed at 3 p.m. Gethsemane Holy Hour (6 - 7 p.m.) (Rosary and Intercessory Prayer) Evening Prayer and Benediction at 7:15 p.m. SATURDAY: Miraculous Medal Novena after 8:30 a.m. Mass
N.B. Chapel is open Mon. thru Fri. during parish office hours
Parish Sacramental Celebrations
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Penance) Sundays: 6:30, 8:30, & 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays 6:15 to 7 p.m. / Saturdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. / *Vigil of Holy Days 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. unless noted otherwise.
Sacrament Anointing of the Sick: First Saturday of each month during 8:30 a.m. Mass. Please consider receiving this sacrament here at the parish prior to surgery or hospitalization. The Pastor will be happy to anoint you in the church after week-end Masses or by previous arrangement in the Parish Office. The Pastor should be notified as soon as possible when a family member or friend becomes ill, is hospitalized, or is in danger of death.
Sacrament of Baptism: Infant Baptisms are usually celebrated on the first and third Sunday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Prior arrangements for Baptism are made through the parish office at least one month before the celebration of the sacrament.
Sacrament of Marriage. Arrangements for Marriage are made with the parish office at least six months prior to the wedding.
Gathering Song 5 p.m. & 9 a.m. BB396 Be Thou My Vision
BB396 Be Thou My Vision
Mass Parts SS34 (Amen, Holy Holy, etc.)
The Penitential Act and the Gloria are found in “SS” pgs. 6 - 8
Responsorial Psalm 5 p.m. & 9 a.m. BB813 I Will Praise Your Name 11 a.m BB813 I Will Praise Your Name
Profession of Faith is found in “SS” pg. 10
Presentation of Gifts and Preparation of the Altar 5 p.m. 11 a.m. SS257
Communion 5 p.m. & 11 a.m
Sending Forth 5 p.m. & 9 a.m. BB535 O God, Beyond All Praising 11 a.m
Please Note: “BB” Means Breaking Bread Missal “SS” Means Spirit and Song Missal
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Music Ministry
5th Sunday of Easter May 18 & May 19, 2019
First Reading Acts 14: 21 - 27
After Paul and Barnabas had proclaimed the good news to that city and made a considerable number of disciples, they returned to Lystra and to Iconium and to Antioch. They strengthened the spirits of the disciples and exhort-ed them to persevere in the faith, saying, "It is necessary for us to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God." They appointed elders for them in each church and, with prayer and fasting, commended them to the Lord in whom they had put their faith. Then they traveled through Pisidia and reached Pamphylia. After proclaiming the word at Perga they went down to Attalia. From there they sailed to Antioch, where they had been commended to the grace of God for the work they had now accomplished. And when they arrived, they called the church together and reported what God had done with them and how he had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles. Responsorial: Psalm 145 (for 7 a.m. Mass only)
R. I will praise your name for ever, my king and my God.
Second Reading Revelation 21:1 - 5a
Then I, John, saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. I also saw the holy city, a new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, pre-pared as a bride adorned for her husband. I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, "Behold, God's dwelling is with the human race. He will dwell with them and they will be his people and God himself will always be with them as their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, wailing or pain, for the old order has passed away."
The One who sat on the throne said, "Behold, I make all things new." Gospel John 13: 31 - 33a, 34 - 35
When Judas had left them, Jesus said, "Now is the Son of Man glorified, and God is glorified in him. If God is glori-fied in him, God will also glorify him in himself, and God will glorify him at once. My children, I will be with you only a little while longer. I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another."
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Community
Quo Vadis Days – June 24-27, 2019: High school men are invited to gather for this 4-day, 3-night camp with the Philadelphia Seminarians. The camp includes dynamic talks, small group
discussions, meaningful prayer experiences, and a fun environment including a ropes course, swimming pool, lake, basketball, soccer, frisbee, and more. A sliding scale registration fee of $25 - $300 includes lodging, meals, t-shirt, and activities. To register, or for more infor-mation, please visit HeedTheCall.org/QuoVadis or call the Vocation Office at (610) 667-5778.
An Important Vacation Bible Camp Volunteer Meeting! Join us for a Vacation Bible Camp volunteer meeting THIS Tuesday, May 21, in Rms A & B at 7 p.m. We are still in need of volunteers!! Please come and help us make camp a success.
Did you know that if have children in PJPII or the PREP Program, a percent of your sales can go towards tuition? We offer GIFT CARDS (SCRIP) to: Crop’s,
Wawa, Sheetz, American Eagle, Gap, Kohl’s, Old Navy, Amazon, iTunes, Boscov’s, Macy’s, TJ Maxx, Marshall’s Home Goods, Wal-Mart, Target, Cabela’s, Dick’s Sport-ing Goods, Staples, Payless Shoes, Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, Regal Cinema, Game Stop, Pet Smart, Bath and Body Works, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Barnes & No-ble, Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Olive Garden, Out-back, Red Lobster, Shady Maple, and so much more! SCRIP may be purchased in the parish office daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Thursday, Fridays until 3:30 p.m.
Easter comes to a close on the weekend of June 8 & 9 as our Church celebrates Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit, empowering the Disciples to proclaim Christ boldly! Here’s a little idea for those who read the bulletin regularly: On fire for Christ, in unity & love, let’s everyone wear something RED on the weekend of June 8 & 9 in witness to the Spirit breathing His life of grace upon us & within us! Come Holy Spirit!
To All The World Pope Francis’ Apostolic Exhortation To Young People, Cristus Vivit! Join CYACC - Catholic Young Adults of Chester County, May 22, 7:15 p.m. at Saints Peter and Paul in West Chester. Young people are recognized to be an integral part of the Church. Last year, the bishops gathered to discuss the challenges, opportunities, and mis-
sion of the youth in our Church. If you are a young adult, come and learn how you are to play a pivotal role in our community. Fr. Dailey will talk about the apostolical exhortation Christus Vivit, which invites us to live our vocation to the fullest. Becoming familiarized with the letters from the Pope is one way to grow in your faith. For more information check www.cyacc.org; find us on Facebook or email us at [email protected].
Memorial Day Weekend Tribute To Fallen Heroes May 25 and 26, 2019
Memorial Day, formerly known as Decoration Day, has been set aside to first and foremost, remember and give honor to those brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice
on our behalf to preserve our freedom.
At the 5 p.m. and 9 a.m. Masses on Memorial Day weekend, we will pay special tribute in music and flag ceremony to six heroes from Pennsylvania
who died in the service of our country since May, 2018.
We encourage everyone to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and offer prayers for their sacrifice.
A Morning of Reflection for Grandparents, “The Grace of Be-ing Grand.” Join us at St. Maria Goretti Church in Hatfield, on Thursday, June 13, from 8:30 – 11 a.m. This special day begins with the 8:30 a.m. Mass in our chapel. Following Mass we will en-joy a continental breakfast and our guest speaker, Deacon Antho-ny Bellitto. Cost: $10 per person. To register visit the Adult Faith events page at www.stmariagoretti.net; for questions call Angela at 215-721-0199, x 202 or [email protected].
Time to Register! Who: children from 3 years old to entering Kindergarten as of September 2019; What: Join us for Little People Church; Where: Registered chil-dren gather at the front of the altar to process to the Chapel with their teachers for class and return to their family after
the presentation of the gifts; When: during the 11:00 Mass ~ Sun-days from September – May; Why: For our young children to grow in faith and understanding of the Gospel in a fun, child-friendly way; Contact: Sharon Bowman at [email protected] with any questions. Registration forms are available in the information rack in the church Narthex.
The Pennsylvania Flute Choir Free Concert Saturday, June 1, at 7 p.m. at Forks of the Brandywine Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 1648 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore. If you haven’t had the opportunity to experience one of these melodical concerts, now is your chance! Invite family, friends, and neighbors. Come and enjoy the beautiful music this choir performs, followed by light refreshments. A free-will offering will be taken.
Faithful Stewardship St. Peter PREP (Parish Religious Education Program) Families Monthly Contribution in Support of Saint Peter Parish
January 2019 110 Families February 2019 112 Families
No Contributions 52 Families No Contributions 52 Families
$5 to $59 31 Families $5 to $59 31 Families
$60 or more 27 Families $60 or more 29 Families
Total Stewardship Gifts
for January $ 5,891 Total Stewardship Gifts
for February $ 5,373
Faithful Stewardship Saint Peter Catholic Elementary School Families at PJPII Monthly Contribution in Support of Saint Peter Parish
January 2019 188 Families February 2019 189 Families
No Contributions 89 Families No Contributions 80 Families
$5. to $59. 44 Families $5. to $59. 38 Families
$60 or more 55 Families $60 or more 71 Families
Total Stewardship Gifts $ 7,634 Total Stewardship $ 9,505
Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary School
www.popejohnpaul2sch.org Phone: 610-384-5961 Fax: 610-384-5730
Dr. Sarah Kerins, Principal Mrs. Patty Tarquinio, Vice Principal
PJPII School Enrollment 622 ~ St. Peter Students 313
WHAT IS EITC ? S The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax credit that many businesses and individuals in Pennsylvania are eligi-ble to receive. The program offers the donor a PA tax credit of 75% for a 1 year commitment and a 90% tax credit for a 2 year commitment. This donation can be designated to a Catholic School to help offset tuition for students who would otherwise
not be able to attend a Catholic School.
Contact one of these approved scholarship organizations! Foundation For Catholic Education: 610-793-8503 [email protected] BLOCS: 484-704-2300; [email protected]
Bishop Shanahan High School www.shanahan.org
Phone: 610-518-1300 Fax: 610-343-6220 Sr. Regina Plunkett IHM, President
Mr. Michael J. McCardle, Principal
5/22 - Junior/Sophomore Student Council Elections 5/23 - Senior Sports Awards Assembly 5/24 - No Classes Principal Holiday 5/27 - Memorial Day 5/28 - Classes Resume
Parish Religious Education Program (P.R.E.P.) A St. Peter Parish Program
This program is for all children who attend Public, Charter Schools, or are Homeschooled.
Classes are held at PJPII School for Grades 1 - 8
Phone: 610-384-3145 Fax: 610-679-5985
E-mail: [email protected] Director: Mrs. Patrice Peterson
Grades 1 - 8 offered at both sessions:
Sunday 9:15 - 10:45 a.m. Tuesday 6:15 - 7:45 p.m.
PREP REGISTRATION FOR NEXT YEAR
for both NEW and Re-REGISTERING Families:
If you have not yet registered, please contact the PREP office at the above number or email for an appointment ASAP.
All registrations for PREP must be done in per-son. All new students who were not baptized at St. Peter need to supply a baptismal certificate. Also, bring a check for tuition. The tuition sheet is posted on the PREP page of the website.
A $50 late fee is added after July 1, 2019
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Tuesday 5th grade was " Rocking out for Jesus!"
They also made presents for Mother's Day!
Congratulations Reverend David O’Brien!
Outreach Commission
The Serenity/AA Group meets every Thursday at 8 p.m. in the Bethany Lounge. “God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the
courage to change the things that I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.”
The Cancer Support Group meets at 11 a.m. in Meeting Rooms SS. Drexel & Neumann. We offer support to anyone diagnosed with cancer, anyone who is presently undergoing treatment,
has completed treatment, is a family member and/or care-giver. Our next meeting is June 8, at 11 a.m.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul: In the Gospel today, Jesus says “I give you a new command-ment: love one another….This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” By your gift to the So-
ciety of St. Vincent de Paul you show that you have love for one another, especially those suffering and poor, and that indeed you are the disciple of Jesus. Society of St. Vincent de Paul Helpline is 610-470-9090.
Aid for Friends: Cooks: As warm weather arrives, please continue to prepare meals so that we are able to supply food to the people on the program. Although it is no longer soup season, we ran out of soups recently because they are being requested by several of the
people. It is certainly because they are very delicious. Please consider making and contributing some soups. There are containers available.
Visitors: Thank you for your continued dedication to the AFF program and your care for your friends. Please take some of the delicious soups that our wonderful and generous cooks have made available.
Any questions concerning Aid for Friends please call Ellen at 610-384-7160 or email [email protected].
Please help feed the hungry!
~ NEXT WEEKEND ~
May 25 & 26
The Food Drive takes place on the 4th full weekend of each month.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be no Caregivers Support Group meeting in June or through the summer months. We will resume meeting the 2nd Thursday of each month starting October
through May. If you have any questions or just want to talk with someone contact Cathy [email protected] or 484-433-9705.
Good Works: We are St. Peter Parish volunteers who join many other local Christian church groups in performing home repairs. We reach out in love
and friendship to transform substandard houses into warmer, safer, and drier homes, and by doing so, turn despair into hope. The team welcomes new volunteers of all skill levels. For more information or to be a part of Good Works, call Jim at 610-496-1393 or email him at [email protected].
Community Gardens: Our Church Garden is growing again. Lots of different crops will be grown through October. Planting has begun! Stop over anytime to see what’s
happening. If you are interested in participating please email Barbara at [email protected].
Know Someone Struggling in Some Way? Our Prayer Shawl Minis-try would like to let them know our parish supports them and people are
praying for them. We weave our prayers into the shawls, lap blankets, hats, and socks as we make them, asking God to bring them comfort and let them know He is always with them. And we continue to pray for all our recipients. Our pieces are suitable for men, women, children, and infants. Consider bringing comfort to those who are ill, struggling with loss, or facing some unknown. We can deliver these items if you wish. Contact Jan Smith at [email protected] or 610-269-1756 for more information about our ministry or to gift someone.
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Prayer Shawl
Ministry
Witness Commission
meets every Tuesday at 7:45 p.m. in the Chapel. Please join us
this Tuesday!
The Knights of Columbus meet the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in SS. Drexel & Neumann Rms. All men 18 years or older interested in joining the Knights of Columbus should contact Roy Staszak at [email protected]. Our next meeting is Monday, June 10.
The King’s Men meet every Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Bethany Room. This is a group of Catholic
men geared towards coming together for weekly formation and accountability to be strengthened in heir roles as leader, protector, and provider. Please join us every Tuesday for pizza and fellowship!
Welcome Commission
Hospitality Committee! What does it involve? Baking goodies or provid-ing other items needed for parish
activities. If you are interested, contact us at: [email protected] or [email protected].
NO DONUT & BAGEL SALES THIS WEEKEND! In order that the Church & Hall be fully available for celebrating David O’Brien’s 1st Mass as a fully-ordained priest, there will be no sales on Sunday. The committee is very proud of David, who himself was a scholar-
ship recipient during his years at Bishop Shanahan High School. Heartfelt congratulations are extended from us to David and his family. Next weekend will be the last Sunday for Donuts and Bagels so email Karen with any special orders to hold you over the summer, [email protected]. See you in September.
SILVER LINING SENIORS: Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, June 11, at 1 p.m. in the Saints Room. If you are attending our Annual Members Only Picnic on Tuesday, July 23, at noon and have not yet signed up, you need to make sure you do so at the June meeting. Also, payment
for our Wednesday, August 21, event at Bird-in-Hand Restaurant and the American Music Theatre needs to be made at our June meeting. If you have any questions, please call Pat Currie at 610-913-0721. New members are welcome to join us at any time. Come enjoy the faith, fellowship, and fun we share!!
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Wonderfully Made: A Theology of the Body Retreat for High School Girls
RETREAT LEADER: Samantha Kelley of FIERCEathlete.org
SPEAKER: Marie DiCecco -“Women’s Health in conformity with The-ology of the Body”
PRIESTS: Fr. Aaron Loch, LC and Fr. Michael Moriarty, LC
WHEN: Friday, May 31, – Arrive 7:30 p.m. to Sunday, June 2, – Depart 11:30 a.m.
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner served Saturday and Breakfast served Sunday
WHERE: St. Mary Of Providence Center, Elverson 227 Isabella Road, Elverson, PA 19520
COST: $75 per person (scholarships available)
We will talk about what it means to be a young, dynamic, Catholic wom-an in today’s world. The retreat will introduce you to John Paul II's The-ology of the Body and what it means for your life! Retreat will include talks, small groups, Mass, Adoration, and time for confession. The Re-treat is led by Samantha Kelley, the Founder and President of FIERCE Athlete fierceathlete.org. Sam is a young Catholic woman, trained in teaching the Theology of the Body. Marie DiCecco has been a high school health educator for the past 35 years and has recently complet-ed an Allied Health program in women’s health care. Sponsored by St. Peter Respect Life Committee. For more information, TEXT Eileen Christian @ 610-716-1840 or email @ [email protected]. Regis-ter online at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wonderfully-made-a-theology-of-the-body-retreat-for-high-school-girls-june-2019-tickets-60099261509.