Ascension Of The Lord May 8, 2016
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Ascension Of The Lord May 8, 2016
Ascension Of The Lord CLERGY Rev. Fr. Otis W. Young, Jr., Pastor Rev. Fr. Peter Finney, III, Parochial Vicar Deacon Clyde Ardoin Deacon Dennis F. Adams Deacon Jack Jung FUNERALS Arrangements may be made at the Rectory. SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Call Rectory in advance to register for seminar. Baptism-First Sunday of the month. SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE Please contact priest/deacon at least six months before the wedding. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 3:00- 3:50 p.m., 1st Saturdays 7:45-8:30 a.m., and by appointment at the Rectory . May 8, 2016 SCHEDULE OF MASSES Saturday Vigil……………….……..4:00 p.m. Sunday…..8:00, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Monday & Saturday………………..8:30 a.m. Tuesday - Friday………….6:30 & 8:30 a.m. Youth Mass 5:00 pm last Sunday of the month Holy Day of Obligation Mass schedule: see inside bulletin. ST. PETER PARISH WEBSITE: www.stpeterparish.com email: [email protected] ROSARY 6:05 a.m. in church - Tues.- Fri. 8:00 a.m. in church - Mon. - Sat. 3:00 p.m. - Tues.—Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary 3:30 p.m. in church - Saturdays 7: 15 a.m. in church - Sundays PERPETUAL ADORATION CHAPEL Ethel Ganucheau 985-630-9016 ST. VINCENT DEPAUL CONFERENCE 985-773-0329 SAINT PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL 130 E. Temperance St. Covington, LA 70433 985-892-1831 Michael Kraus, Principal Rectory: 125 E. 19th Ave., Covington, LA 70433 - 985-892-2422 - Fax - 985-898-1998 2 Happy Mother’s Day RECTORY PERSONNEL…………...………...985-892-2422 Ruth Adams-Bookkeeper/Administrative Asst. Mary Frances-Bulletin Editor Lorraine Sliman– Secretary PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Ruth Prats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . 985-898-0346 MARRIAGE & FAMILY LIFE Jennifer Schexnaydre…………………………985-892-9353 MUSIC MINISTRY Br. Ken Boesch, FSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ….. . . .985-966-1134 Mary Beth Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . 985-893-2535 Anne Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . .985-893-2535 PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION Penny Flores………………………………….985-893-2446 CONFIRMATION Kim Wright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . 985-893-2047 “She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs at the days to come. She opens her mouth in wisdom, and on her tongue is kindly counsel.” ~ Proverbs 31:25-26 YOUTH MINISTRY Junior High: Rafael Flores. . . . . . . . . . . …. . .985-892-8994 High School: Michelle Seghers …. . . . . …. . .985-892-8994 Ashley Gervais . . . . . . . . . . . . .985-892-8994 Young Adult: Evan Corneille. . ………...…...985-892-8994 SAINT PETER PARISH MINISTRY CENTER 128 E. Nineteenth Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 “What do you possess if you possess not God? ~St. Augustine PARISH STEWARDSHIP REPORT WEEKLY PARISH OFFERTORY Amount in envelopes + electronic giving: Amount in loose checks and cash: RCIC children’s stewardship offering: May 1: Offertory collection Total: . AVERAGE REQUIRED PER WEEK JUST TO OPERATE: $ $ $ 21,600.66 1,356.03 5.55 22,962.24 $ 22,500.00 (does not include deferred maintenance & repairs, or capital improvements) Second Collection : May 1: Maintenance & Building Fund NEXT Scheduled Second Collection is: ST. PETER PARISH WEEKLY OFFERTORY GOAL: $30,000 . 7,854.78 3 We welcome all newcomers to St. Peter Church and invite you to register as members of our parish family. Please complete a “Parishioner Card” located in back of church and drop it in the collection basket. A member of St. Peter Church will contact you to assist you with registration. TABLE OF CONTENTS Current Parish Events Catechetical Programs Youth Ministry Stewardship St. Peter School In the Archdiocese Liturgical p p p p p p 5-8 9 10 11 12 13 IMPORTANT NEWS Corpus Christi Mass and Procession First Holy Communion Children Ireland Pilgrimage with Fr. Otis K of C Baby Bottle Fundraiser Safe Environment Training Women’s Bible Study p p p p p p 6 9 8 7 8 6 Schedule May 15 4 p.m. 8 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Priest Fr. Peter Dcn. Jack Fr. Peter Dcn. Dennis Fr. Otis Dcn. Dennis Fr. Peter Dcn. Clyde Fr. Otis Dcn. Clyde Choir Schola Cantorum Cantor Choir Adult Choir Teen Choir Lectors Team 4 Team 8 Team 9 Team 13 Team 18 EMHC Team 2 Team 3 Team 6 Team 8 Team 10 Altar Servers Team 1 Team 3 Team 5 Team 9 Team 11 SICK RELATIVES & FRIENDS - Please remember in your prayers our Parish sick relatives and friends and their families: Lydia Ardoin, Louis Barrett, Cookie Baxter, Lori Bertucci, Claudette Bethea, Tommy Bishop, Cecile Boesen, Sunny Bologna, Tom & Andrew Brammer, Cliff Brown, Laine Buquoi, Amy & Baby Michael Casdaban, Jr., Fr. Joseph Cazanevette, Kathy Ceravolo, Gordon Chalmers, Lucie Comenge, Colleen Conlon, Jeannine Couvillion, Wayne Crawford, Yvonne Crawford, Diane Crespo, Lezette Crosby, Christopher Davis, Maggie Davis, Barbara Delatte, Michael Delery, Kayla Derocher, Louis R. Desselle, Elsie Dinkle, Annette Doskey, Renee Doucet, Danny Dougless, Liz Dukan, Susan Faherty, Heidi Falgost, Maggie Fallen, Rita Clare Faust & Children, Sherry Hill Felder, Don Ferrera, Kithy Filopoulos, Cathy Fogle, Jay & Nancy Frantz, Kelley Fraser, Paul Froeba, Jim Ghlostan, Bryan Gowland, John & Cathy Graves, Manny Guilliot, Cyndi Hendricks, Scarlet Hoffman, Shelley Hoffpauir, Mat Howcrott, Willie Hutchison, Wayne Jacob, Winnie Jordan, Bill Lagarde, Mary Grace Lambert, Dorian Land, Susan Landry, Stanley LeBlanc, Tricia Little & fly., Raymond & Gilda Maestri, Sr. Margaret Majors, Troy Marcantel, Marinello Children, Deborah Marshall, Angella Mata, Tom & Cheryl McCain, McDonald Family, Austin McElroy, Suzy McElroy, Jamie McHugh, Reed Antonio Menendez, Brenda Metcalf, James Mills, Dennis Mischler, Bernice Montagne, Rebecca Montreuil, Josiah Naquin, Harry Nunez, J. J. Nunez, Winnie Orr, Robert Perdomo, Lucille Perret, Shaylie Poche, Jim & Connie Porche’, Raoul & Patricia Potier, Bob Reed, Merlene Riviere, Cheryl Rogers, Kitty Cleveland Rogers, Bryant Roy, Jerri Russell, Baby Andrew Ryan, Tina Ryan, Marisa Saborio, Rodney Schliegelmeyer, Annie Shankles, Gary St. Cyr, Tom & Kathy Stubbs, Howard G. Stutzman, Barbara Sullivan, Susan Swanner, David Theriot, Ana Tolentino, Joseph Tolentino, Mary L. Troxclair, Warren Troxclair, Frances Vance, Nikko Verret, Alyssa Vicari, Lilianna Vermillion, Molly Watt SERVIAM - The following Family Members of St. Peter Parishioners have been called to “Active Duty.” Please remember them in your prayers: Chip Barrere, Joseph Baudier, Staff Sgt. Bryan S. Bonano, Josh Boudreaux, Jose Daniel Chacon, Peyton Eustis, Jared Fangue, Scott Gerard Favre, Barry Frederick, Christian Griffiths, Christopher J. Guidry, Jacob Lindley, Adam Ritchey, Charles Talley . 4 MONDAY, May 9 Easter Weekday 8:30 a.m. Ruth Salter Sevy TUESDAY, May 10 St. Damien de Veuster PRAY THE ROSARY In church: 6:05 a.m. Tuesday through Friday 8:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays, preceded by the Divine Mercy Chaplet 3:30 p.m. preceding the Saturday Vigil Mass 7:15 a.m. Sunday 6:30 a.m. LCpl. Justin McLeese 8:30 a.m. Bobbye Huval WEDNESDAY, May 11 Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Lorraine Bayham 8:30 a.m. Vance Family THURSDAY, May 12 Sts. Nereus, Achilleus, Pancras 6:30 a.m. Katie Zeringue (L) 8:30 a.m. Scott Salter FRIDAY, May 13 Our Lady of Fatima 6:30 a.m. Gloria Frances 8:30 a.m. Aborted and miscarried children and their mothers SATURDAY, May 14 St. Matthias 8:30 a.m. Steve & Karen VanZandt (L-Anniv.) 4:00 p.m. Anticipated Mass Robert J. Schoen, Gene Schoen, Ronnie Schoen, R.N. & Lynne Salter, Camden Salsman, Frank Anglada, Janet Jordan, Joan Marcotte, Daniel Faciane, Ed & Lee Graves, Claude Labasse, L.L.C., Jason Gonzales (L-bd), Darleen Danenhower (L), Jeremiah Mulviliel, Bernie Rose, Statsia Butler Regan, Kris & Grace Frank & Family (L), Angelle Damare (L), John & Sarah Montelepre & Family (L), Gerry Lamy, Elizabeth Kurtz, Mary White, Elliot Flood, Katie Zeringue (L) , Jimmy Deano SUNDAY, May 15 Pentecost Sunday 8:00 a.m. Church Ted Wall, John A. Montalbano, Sr., LCpl. Justin McLeese, Peter Urbaniak, Fr. Peter Finney (L), Clare Delery, Susan Stawaisz (L), Kathy Robicheaux (L), Chip Marchand (L), Fred Gernon (L), Ben Blanchard, Thomas Brown, Paul LaSalle, Bonnie Duplantier, Josephine Wagner, Lori Jas (L), Margaret Brazda (L), John Montelepre, IV (L), Curtis Bouton, Geoffrey Brazda (L), Gretchen & Andrew Becher (L), Natalie, Gregory & Baby Brazda (L), Jared & Katie Zeringue (L), Christopher Davis (L), , Gerardo Munoz, Audrey Naquin (L) 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. . Jason & Jennifer Baham & Family (L) Darryl Church St. Peter Parishioners Rosary for Fr. Otis & Fr. Peter May 9: Ruth Accardo May 10: Marie Lamy May 11: Grace Gauthreaux May 12: Ana Tolentino/Virginia Provosty May 13: Shirley Brown May 14: Rick Salter May 15: Embree Burvant Rosary for the Holy Souls in Purgatory May 9: Ruth Accardo May 10: Anna LaForest May 11: Virginia Provosty May 12: Ana Tolentino/Gayle Richard May 13: Rick Salter May 14: Dennis Mischler/Shirley Brown May 15: G. & D. Naquin The Sanctuary Light Burns In Memory of Betty & Scott Salter The Adoration Chapel Sanctuary Lamps Burn In Thanksgiving for Laura McDonald (L) Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 3:00 to 3:50 p.m. or by appointment at the rectory. 5 Current Parish Events Minute of Mercy PERSONAL CONVERSION Personal conversion, through a personal relationship with Jesus, is a good thing, but it is much more than a one-time event in our lives. The human condition is flawed and we often fall short of our good intentions. Our relationship with Jesus is similar to those we have with other people. It requires constant and ongoing communication, giving to one another and sacrificing for each other with the common goal of always putting the beloved’s good and well being before our own. This method is to be applied to our relationship with Jesus as well, with the added worship and adoration due Him as our Lord and Savior. Prayer is one of the most efficacious ways to communicate with our Lord. And to be with Jesus at every moment, even short prayers, spontaneously spoken, are a very meaningful way to speak with our Lord; He is always at our side and hears all whether it be spoken, thought or felt. Such examples include “Come Holy Spirit,” “Be with me Jesus,” or even the Fatima Prayer of the Holy Rosary. As Catholics, we could be no closer in a personal relationship with Jesus than when we consume His Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist. In order to do so, we must purge sin from our souls in the Sacrament of Reconciliation so that we can present ourselves in Holy Communion with our Lord as a pure offering. Many are plagued with recurring sin; and when so many do not recognize their sinful behavior, it can have a ripple effect. This fact must urge us as Catholics to pray for the conversion of our brothers and sisters. Our Lord gave us a very effective prayer for achieving the conversion of sinners, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. First and foremost, we must indeed work on our own conversion as well. Often Jesus asked St. Faustina to pray before the crucifix and say the Stations of the Cross. It is here we see what Our Lord endured for us by becoming one of us and that we, His servants, must walk this path which indeed will draw us ever closer to Our Lord. Frequent confession is the best path to true conversion and curing ourselves of the ills that weigh our souls down from sin and discourage us. In essence, it is not in the falling but in the getting up that is most imperative. Mercy in Action This week’s Mercy in Action is for all of St. Peter Parish to pray the Prayer Before a Crucifix for personal conversion. This powerful prayer can be found below. Prayer before a Crucifix Look down upon me, good and gentle Jesus while before Your face I humbly kneel and, with burning soul, pray and beseech You to fix deep in my heart lively sentiments of faith, hope, and charity; true contrition for my sins, and a firm purpose of amendment. While I contemplate, with great love and tender pity, Your five most precious wounds, pondering over them within me and calling to mind the words which David, Your prophet, said to You, my Jesus: "They have pierced My hands and My feet, they have numbered all My bones." Amen. . 6 Current Parish XäxÜçÉÇx |á |Çä|àxw àÉ }É|Ç âá yÉÜ ÉâÜ EDáà tÇÇâtÄ FEAST OF CORPUS CHRISTI SOLEMN MASS AND EUCHARISTIC PROCESSION fâÇwtç? `tç EL? ECDI DDMFC |Ç à{x ÅÉÜÇ|Çz fàA cxàxÜ Vtà{ÉÄ|v V{âÜv{ Reserved seating for Religious is available in the front right section of the church. For those unable to process, the special litanies will be prayed in the church. Girls of all ages who have received their First Holy Communion are invited to be Bridesmaids and Flower Girls for Jesus. Please pick up a registration form and instructions from the table in the back of Church. Completed forms can be left in the basket on the table or brought to the Church office. Thank you. The Knights of Columbus at St. Peter are conducting their annual "Baby Bottle" Fundraiser for the Northlake Crisis Pregnancy Center. Bottles are available for pick up this weekend. Please return them with enclosed donations before Masses next weekend, May 14th & 15th. The bottles can also be returned to the Northlake Crisis Pregnancy Center at 814 W. 21st Ave. in Covington. St. Peter Grandparents Club: All St. Peter Grandparents, school and parish, are invited to our end of the year party, Tuesday, May 10th, at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Hall. New members are welcome to come and join for the next school year. The Grandparents Club serves as a support to our school! For more information, please call Kris Ronquille at 504.416.5447. . Saint Peter’s Parish Women’s Bible Study Ministry Please join us this Summer as we study… "Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible" by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer An Engaging Journey Through the Bible You will: ◦ Make sense of the Bible and see how it relates to your everyday life ◦ Discover the remarkable connections between the Old and New Testaments ◦ See how the Sacraments, the Church and our entire Catholic Faith is rooted in Scripture. Meeting Dates: Thursdays: June 9th- July 28th: 12:30-2:00 p.m. The Upper Room, 318 S. Jefferson Ave. Registration/Materials fee: $25 For more information or to register please visit us online at: http://www.stpeterparish.com/bible-studiesfor-women or email: [email protected] 7 Current Parish Events St. Peter Parish Welcomes the following New Parishioners: Mr. & Mrs. Larry Bates Mr. & Mrs. William Burnside Dr. & Mrs. Ross Cazayoux Mrs. Teresa Lay Mr. & Mrs. Kristopher Meaux Mr. & Mrs. John Miskimmin Mr. & Mrs. Ben Samel Ms. Kaitlin Savoye Mr. & Mrs. Joey Yurt IN MEMORIAM Please pray for the families of our dearly departed, and for the repose of their souls. George Clarence Battalora, Jr. Elliott Francis Flood Bernard F. Comenge, Sr. Gloria J. Harper Fabre Donald Gerard Pechon, Sr. SCRIPTURE READINGS May 9th—May 15th Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Acts 19:1-8/Jn 16:29-33 Acts 20:17-27/Jn 17:1-11a Acts 20:28-38/Jn 17:11b-19 Acts 22:30, 23:6-11/Jn 17:20-26 Acts 25:13b-21/Jn 21:15-19 Acts 1:15-17, 20-26/Jn 15:9-17 Acts 2:1-11/1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13/Jn 20:19-23 With Gratitude… From those who have received flood aid “There are no words to express our gratitude for all the help given to us by our wonderful friends at St. Peter Parish. We have been members of the parish since 1983 and never have I seen such an exhibition of love and mercy in this wonderful year of mercy! BAPTISMS We congratulate the newest members of our worshipping Community who recently celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism: Bodhi Cash Crawford Amelia Grace Dietrich Dawson Albert Dietrich Kenzie Elizabeth Duhe Cade Anthony Matta Deveraud Abrielle Mugnier BAPTISMAL PREPARATION St. Peter Baptismal Preparation for infants consists of one mandatory session, that both parents and godparents are required to attend. Parents are encouraged to call the rectory 985.892.2422, three months before the expected birth date to register for class. The next seminar is Wednesday, June 1st, from 6:00—7:15 p.m. In the Upper Room, 318 S. Jefferson Ave. The Rite of Baptism will be scheduled after the class has been attended and all documents are submitted. . Kasyn Rae Tillotson Luke Benjamin VanAsselberg Hyland Phi Wesley Hansel Alexander Buring Jack Joseph Mire Adelaide Pelarre LeCorgne Reed Andrew Anderson Ty Louis Chapman Olivia Leigh Halpin 8 Current Parish Events St. Peter Parish Pilgrimage to Ireland and Scotland (Homeland of many of our beloved priests) Spiritual Guide: Fr. Otis Young, Jr. August 12-24, 2016 COME JOIN US and view the breath-taking sight of: The Cliffs of Moher 320 Million Years OLD The Cliffs of Moher, God’s gift in nature, rise vertically to a height of 650 feet over the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. They span eight miles and are the steepest cliffs in Ireland. Ancient rivers laid down sediments on the sea bed to form the rocks of the Cliffs of Moher which are sandstone, siltstone and shale. The Cliffs of Moher are home to 40,000 birds from 29 different species including puffins. Sea birds may be found and viewed along the rock shelves in the cliffs. Over a million visitors view these extraordinary picturesque cliffs each year. Currently Registering: Proximo Travel 855.842.8001 Proximotravel.com Flyers in the back of church, at the rectory or on our website www.stpeterparish.com The St. Peter Ladies Altar Society….. Attention all volunteers working with children: The mandatory Safe Environment training through the Archdiocese is valid for a three year period. For those in need of renewal OR for anyone requiring training for the first time, St. Peter Parish will offer the following training sessions in St. Mary’s Hall: Saturday, May 28th at 9 a.m. Monday, June 6th at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 8th at 6:30 p.m. Each session lasts approximately 1 hour and is free of charge. Registration is not required. For additional information, please call the Office of Religious Education at 985.893.2446. Questions and concerns can also be directed to Sr. Mary Ellen Wheelahan, O.Carm. at 504.861.6278 or [email protected] . will have their next meeting on Monday, May 16th at 10:00 a.m. in the Ministry Center. All ladies of the parish are welcome to attend. Our guest speaker will be Deacon Jay Frantz. For additional information, please call Nancy Frantz, 985.789.2092. Coffee & Donut’s Next Sunday Please join us for coffee and donuts in St. Mary’s Hall following the 9:30 a.m. Mass, Sunday, May 15th. This is a great way to meet fellow parishioners & build a vibrant church community. A ladies watch was recently found in the gravel parking area along Jefferson Ave. Please call the rectory to claim. 985.892.2422. 9 Catechetical Programs Brady Boyer Christian Boyer Karsen Boyet Everett Enk Augustine Galeziewski Nathan Guillot Quinlan Hand Claire Jacob Mia Kammerer Brynn Laughlin Kendall Lindsey Hayden Mahon Aubrey Marinello Bailey Moore Ava Moore Margaret Moreau Faryn Perry Jacqueline Primes Caroline Reagan Jeffrey Roth Luke Short Reese Sierra Zachary Sierra Alaina Stabile Samuel St.Pierre Matthew Verbene Noah Watson Nathan Bowers Whitney Clabert Lyla Combs Lauren Crews Allyson Dao Brody Delaune Marly Eason Lucia Englehardt Eleanor Francis Sadie Gallagher Sarah Grace Mikaela Hammett Carter Hutchinson Julia Jas Grey King Mary Miller Kitchen Dakota Langenstein Landen Luparello Aiden Maestri Matthew Pearce Seth Picou Kaden Romig Cohen Salsman Thomas Sanders Harrison Sawyer Emma Smith Alivia Sponsel Anna Aucoin Peter George Baglow Mason Bazajou Meredith Beck William Charles Grey Flattman Hunter Flauss Mary Hamby . Congratulations to our Sacramental Year children who made their First Holy Communion on May 7th, 2016. We rejoice with you and continue to remember you in our prayers as you join us in the Eucharistic Celebration! Luke Jones Nathan Jones Claire LeBoeuf Jonathan Lee Dylan Morris Claire Newton Lauren Nolan Lilly Oberlies Caleigh Olivier Lois Ottemann Noah Patrick Joel Scobel Brooke Smith Emma Streckfus Brycen Stegemeyer Kayden Tillotson Megan Tran Catelyn Yeager Caitlyn Berezuik Braden Bourliea Grace Butler Regan Cedor Wyatt DiBenedetto Aubrie Donnow Liam DuBois Sophia Fischtziur Patton Hanemann Anna LeBlanc Priscilla Nelson Alyssa Ryan Ronan Sanborn Kate Simon Ava Soileau Tracy Swanner Benedict Webre Olivia Adams Amelia Anderson Lexi Audler Paxton Audler Joseph “Max” Cosio Camilla Dehler Jude Haynen Annabelle Landwehr William Mihalik Lauren Pertuit Lilly Pittman Annie Ahrons Evan Arcana Katie Jo Buquoi Paul Beck, III Cade Chatelain Natalie Clelland Claire Gautier Ezequiel Gonzalez Katherine Henshaw Landry Jambon Briggs Kleinpeter Grace Stelly Logan Snow Michelle Vo Kayleigh Ramirez Noah Seeliger Sean Toney Ethan Ward Ava Au Aubrianne Kavanaugh Confirmation Prep III May Sunday 8th Final Prep III class and Marian Consecration—Meet in Church 6:30-8 p.m. St. Peter Parish Vacation Bible School Monday, June 13thFriday, June 17th 8:30 a.m.- Noon For children ages 5 years – 4th grade Last day to register May 31st Registration forms and information to Volunteer are in the back of church. 10 Youth Events R.O.C.K. St. Peter Catholic Church Middle School & Junior High Youth Ministry Taking On Radical Christian Holiness Sr. High Youth Ministry for grades 8-12 and at least 13 yrs. For more information contact Michelle Seghers 985.892.8994 [email protected] Tuesdays: Torch Adores 3:30-4:30 p.m., followed by Games at the YH. Pick up at 5:30 p.m. Check out the ROCK website at www.stpeterparish.com under the “Formation/Youth” section. 985.892.8994 E-mail us at [email protected] Coordinator: Rafael Flores May Mon. 9th Mon. 16th Mon. 16th Sat. 28th Sun. 29th Teen Council meeting “Seek His Face” 5:30-7 p.m. @ Y.H. “Men of Torch” 6—7:30 p.m. in SMH Torch BBQ and elections Feast of Corpus Christi June Fri. 3rd 1st Friday Feeding Frenzy after 8:30 Mass M-F- 6-10th Collect items for garage sale: 9 a.m.-noon Sat. 11th Torch Garage Sale!! Mon. 13th Senior meeting Sat. 18th Torch Night Mon. 20th “Seek His Face” 5:30-7 p.m. @ Y.H. Mon. 20th “Men of Torch” 6—7:30 p.m. in SMH For more information, join the T.O.R.C.H. Facebook group, May Fri. 13th ROCK Night: @ Youth House 6:30-7:00 p.m. Holy Half Hour @ Chapel 7-9 p.m. “And Justice for All” Any young man or woman who may feel a call to the religious life is invited to contact Fr. Otis or Fr. Peter at the rectory, 985.892.2422 so that they may support you through your discernment. They are committed to praying for you as you grow in knowledge of your vocation. or check us out under Youth Ministry at stpeterparish.com! “You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushelbasket, it is set on a lamp stand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father” -Matthew 5:14-16 Torch Garage Sale Unwanted items collecting in your house? Please consider donating them to the St. Peter High School Youth Group’s Annual Garage Sale. All proceeds go toward the Teen Retreat Fund. St. Peter Young Adult Ministry [email protected] Welcome to Virtues In Action! The way to Christ! Adoration every Thursday: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. then meet in the Youth House at 7:30 p.m. New Members are Always Welcome! Coordinator: Evan Corneille: 985. 892.8994 Web: www.stpeterparish.com Find us on Facebook! . Save the Date for the Sale: Saturday, June 11th Donation items may be dropped at the Youth House, (402 S. Jefferson Ave.) Beginning June 6th Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Or contact the youth ministry office at [email protected] Please note: clothing is not accepted for the Garage Sale. 11 Stewardship ....Our Way of Life at St. Peter Parish ONE GOD + ONE CHURCH + ONE FAMILY INVITATION FROM JESUS You are invited to spend one hour of your choice with Jesus in the Adoration Chapel. Committed adorers are needed: Friday:11 a.m.—noon and Sunday: 10-11 a.m. please call Barbara Fisher @ 985. 875.2011-H or 985.264.3318-C. Wednesday: 2-3 p.m., Friday: 5-6 p.m. please call Marybelle @ 985.867.8563 Tuesday: 11 p.m. -midnight, Wednesday: 6-7 p.m., please call Suzette McGoey @ 985.264.4641 Monday and Wednesday: 3-4 a.m., Tuesday: 1-2 a.m., and Thursday: 2-3 a.m., please call Sandy Wall @ 985.845.7585 Prayer partners are needed all hours: If you can commit to a weekly hour with our Eucharistic Lord, call: 985.630.9016 A Stewardship Moment Ascension of the Lord May 8, 2016 Today we celebrate the feast of the Ascension of our Lord, a feast which, in part, celebrates the confidence he placed in his close followers to continue his ministry. In the Gospel reading Jesus reminds his followers of the purpose of his mission, and commissions them to continue his work by proclaiming his word and by living courageously that which they preached. He also promises them the Holy Spirit who he said would strengthen them for the task ahead. As stewards of Jesus’ life and ministry, a good question for us to reflect on this week might be this: Has Christ’s confidence in the quality of our own witness been well placed? Ascension of the Lord May 8th: Today as we celebrate the feast of the Ascension we are reminded that Christ’s saving work on earth continues through his disciples...and now through us. When we give to the poor, God indeed pours his love, peace and joy into our hearts, into our lives and into the hearts of those who are poor. May Evangelization Intention of the Holy Father: Holy Rosary That families, communities, and groups may pray the Holy Rosary for evangelization and peace. St. Peter Parish Garden Ministry Come Join Us for a St. Peter Parish Garden Clean-up Day Saturday, May 14th @ 9:00 a.m.– Noon Please meet in front of the Church Bring: Small garden tools, gloves, pruners, hedge trimmers, etc. Unable to help? Supply Donations are appreciated Please send donations payable to St. Peter Church with “Garden” written in the memo Questions: E-mail Chris at [email protected] Cell: 504.237.1039 Your Spiritually Adopted Baby Week 40: Your baby comes to full term and is delivered! Happy Birthday, Baby! “ Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you. “ Jeremiah 1:5 . Are you interested in “Adopting” a small garden on our campus? Please contact Chris Stellingworth: [email protected] or 504.237.1039. 12 Quotes from Principal Michael Kraus’ weekly newsletter: April 27, 2016 Dear St. Peter Families, Thank you all for such a terrific Party at the Pavilion! It was truly one of the best weekends of the school year, and I know lasting memories were made for all our students and families. I want to thank all our volunteers and chairs for the countless hours of hard work before, during and after the event. With this event being so labor intensive, we need more people to step up for next year. If you feel that you can help in any capacity, please let us know. In growing closer to so many of our families over the years, I simply want to add how grateful I am to work alongside fantastic teachers and parents. We have a powerful school where the faith and family culture is overwhelmingly evident to each and every visitor. Through good days and tough days, it is obvious that God is making Saints among us. .... I pray you all have a great week. God alone, Michael Kraus Archdiocese of New Orleans-God’s Special Children Survey Dear Archdiocesan Community, In an effort to best serve the children of our community, the Office of Catholic Schools is currently assessing the needs of God's special children located in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. We would greatly appreciate if you would take a few minutes to complete this brief survey. Please complete the survey by May 30, 2016. Please feel free to contact me with any comments, questions, or suggestions. Thank you and may God's peace be with each of you. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B7QVYHZ Dr. Jan Daniel Lancaster Superintendent of Catholic Schools Archdiocese of New Orleans . 13 In the Archdiocese Willwoods Married Couples Retreat St. Augustine Retreat Center in Bay St. Louis, June 4-5, 2016: Would you like to break away with your spouse and spend quality time enriching your marriage? Then join us on June 4-5, 2016, for the Married Couples Retreat at the beautiful St. Augustine Retreat Center located one block away from the beach in Bay St. Louis! The retreat begins on Saturday, June 4, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. and ends on Sunday, June 5, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. The theme for this year is “Mercy & Love”. SSA’s Summer Camps Registration is now open! Visit www.SSAcad.org to download the camp flier, or to register online. Please contact Wendy Bertucci at 985.892.2540 x 129 for information. Cheer, Golden Blues Dance, Movie Making, Volleyball, Video Game, Softball and More!! Mercy Beyond Borders: An Ecumenical Approach May 10th at 7 p.m. Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church Presenter: Fr. Buddy Noel Info: 985.626.6977 or mqop@maryqueenof peace.org Hope and Healing: Counseling for couples, marriages and families The Archdiocese of New Orleans, sponsors an affordable Catholic Counseling Service, particularly in the area of marital, couple and family counseling. Counseling and psychotherapy are offered for issues including depression, anxiety, chronic illness support, sexual compulsions, adjustment issues, family problems, marriage counseling and pre-marital counseling. Whether you are looking to boost your relationship or hanging on by a thread, Catholic Counseling Service is here to help. For information call 504.861.6245. . If you would like to register or get more information call Jason Angelette at 504. 830.3716 or visit www.faithandmarriage.org. Suggested donation of $275 is requested but not required. Pre-registration deposit, which is part of the donation, is $50. St. Paul’s Summer Kids Sports Camps Boys ages 8-14 years Baseball, Football, Wrestling, Basketball, Lacrosse, Soccer, Speed/Strength Camps run 1-week, M-F, 9 a.m.—3 p.m.: $200 Registration form at www.facebook.com/ wolvessummercamps Info: Craig Ketelsen: 985.966.1147 [email protected] or Keren Davis: 985.502.7132 [email protected] Magnificat House of Discernment Saturday, May 14th: 9 a.m.– 1 p.m. Mass, meal & more: The Role of the Blessed Mother as a Model for Religious Life This event is open to Catholic women and Catholic Sisters, especially those in Initial Formation. RSVP is requested The Magnificat House of Discernment is a ministry of the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Single Catholic women, guided by religious mentors, may live in community for up to a year to deepen their relationship with God and discern their vocational call. 2729 Lowerline St., New Orleans, LA 504.227.3203 14 CHURCH NAME & ADDRESS: St. Peter Catholic Church 125 E. Nineteenth Avenue Covington, LA 70433 CHURCH PHONE: 985-892-2422 CONTACT PERSON: Mary Frances/Ruth Adams SOFTWARE Microsoft Publisher® 2007 Adobe Acrobat 9.0® Standard Windows 7 PRINTER Canon MF8000 Series UFRII LT NUMBER OF PAGES SENT Cover + 12 text pages + this page = 14 (3 ad pages) SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION May 8, 2016 TRANSMISSION TIME Monday @ Noon SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS .