Home	2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time	2012 Bulletins
	January 15, 2012
SAINT PETER’S PARISH 10 maple street • Dartmouth, NS • B2Y 2X3    tel 466-6183 • fax 466-2207 e-mail:   st.peters.dartmouth@ns.sympatico.ca website:   http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Religion/StPeters PASTOR FR. JIM RICHARDS • PASTORAL ASSOCIATE SISTER CECELIA SACCA DEACON JACK MACNEIL • DIRECTOR of MUSIC and LITURGY GREG BECIGNEUL PRIESTS IN RESIDENCE • MSGR. JOHN R. CAMPBELL • FR. CHARLES BURKE  RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORD • HEATHER RIDEOUT • OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR SHERRI LAPIERRE REGULAR OFFICE HOURS:  MONDAY to THURSDAY; 9 am – 4 pm / FRIDAY: 9am – 1 pm  WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE Monday ……........................................................No Mass Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.....………..……….....12 noon Friday………………………........................................no mass WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE Saturday………........................………………………….…...4pm Private Confession..............….............………….3 – 3:30pm Sunday……………...............................8:45, 11:15 and 7pm IMMACULATE CONCEPTION MASS SCHEDULE Monday ……………....………......…..........………..…….… 7pm Private Confessions (Last Monday of Month)...6:30-6:45pm Sunday………………......................…………………….....10am   2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time - January 15, 2012 In today’s Gospel Reading, Andrew quickly transfers his allegiance from being a disciple of John to being a disciple of Jesus.  The instant John pointed Jesus out as the “Lamb of God,” Andrew followed Jesus.  This encounter with Jesus was so powerful that Andrew immediately went to find his brother Peter, announced he had found the Messiah, and brought Peter to Jesus.  Encounter elicits allegiance and allegiance generates action. Sometimes the call, and who is calling, is not clear as in the first reading.  At other times the call, and who is calling, is quite clear as in the gospel.  Either way, when we respond, our life is changed.  We prize independence.  By contrast, the gospel places higher value on our relationship with Christ as our teacher and Saviour in the midst of a community of fellow disciples..   Archbishop Mancini to Visit Our Parish Next Sunday  Next Sunday Archbishop Mancini will preside at the 8:45 and 11:15am Masses.   A reception will be held in the parish hall between the masses from 10 – 11am.  The Archbishop will take a brief opportunity to speak directly with the children of the catechetics program at 10am.  Join us for this special occasion, celebrate Mass and meet Archbishop Mancini at the reception.   F.O.O.D. Project This weekend is our once monthly committed weekend to provide meals for Feeding Others Of Dartmouth.  The assistance you offer to those in our neighbourhood who struggle to make ends meet is greatly appreciated.  Please keep those who are less fortunate in your prayers as well as those in our parish who are committed to serving them well.   Sr. Norma Heffernan Presents the 7 Week Series: The Passion and Resurrection Narratives Sr. Heffernan has offered these sessions on various scripture based themes over the last few years.  They are well received.  We are able to accommodate 10 or 12 people.  The series, which begins on February 9, is held on Thursday mornings from 10:15 to 11:45 in the parish office.  Call the office to register.   WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY January 18-25th, 2012  Join us for a prayer service entitled: "We Shall All Be Changed"  at Immaculate Conception Church on Sunday, January 22 at 7pm.  The material for the service was prepared by the Christian churches in Poland focusing on a theme that is concerned with the transformative power of faith in Christ.   How well the history of Poland has been marked by series of defeats and victories!  The reflection will be offered by Rev. Frances Drolet-Smith, pastor of St. Alban Church.  Come and join us for prayer and fellowship.   New Revised Roman Missal Many of you are becoming well accustomed to the use of the new Revised Roman Missal.  It has been an adjustment for all of us.  Continue to refer to the Prayer Guide found in the pew. It is a great resource.  Also, the Celebrate in Song hymn book contains not only the revised prayers and responses, but the new musical settings for the Gloria, Holy Holy, and Memorial Acclamation.  The Gloria, which was introduced at the Christmas Masses is found at number 2.2.  You may want to follow that in the book as the text has changed.  To a lesser extent the Holy Holy has revisions.  It is found at number 2.3. It does seem that many of you are acclimatizing to the new settings happily and singing along with the choir.  Keep it up.    Revised Roman Missal Session 2 Saturday, February 4 at 9:30am At the end of November, on the Saturday before the 1st Sunday of Advent, in anticipation of the changes to the Roman Missal (formerly termed Sacramentary), many of you gathered to hear Fr. Jim speak on those changes, the reasons for them and the impact they are expected to have.  Throughout the season of Advent and Christmas we have experienced the changes directly in our prayers, responses, postures and music.  We have been challenged at times to not simply rely on memory.  Sometimes we have felt awkward with the new translations.  Our slight discomfort has occasionally been met with humour.  At any rate, on Saturday February 4 you are encouraged to attend a follow up session to be presented by Fr. Randy Doucette, Pastor of St. Thomas More Parish.  Fr. Doucette will continue the dialogue on why these changes are important as well as share his observations and experiences.  Liturgical Ministers will find this session thought provoking in terms of their understanding of ministry, though of course all parishioners are encouraged to attend.   Grief Support Group Meets Wednesday January 25 The Group Support Group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7pm in the parish office.  If you know someone who would appreciate this support and sincere compassion, please invite them to come.  Of course you would be more than welcome to accompany them.  Call Sr. Cecelia at the office for information.   Saint Peter Drama Group to Present the Musical GODSPELL St. Peter Drama Group announces their production of the musical Godspell slated for a run in early May.  You are invited to be a part of this project which will enter rehearsal phase soon.  Come to a meeting this Tuesday evening in the church at 7pm and find out what it’s all about.  Actors, band members, costumers and production support people are all welcome. Contact Greg at the office with questions.   Religious Education Note Catechetical Formation Classes continue at the usual times.  Primary level to Grade 6 on Sunday morning at 10 o’clock.  EDGE Group and Confirmation Classes continue to meet at 5:30pm on Sunday afternoon. Next Sunday, Archbishop Mancini will speak to an assembly of the students in the parish hall at 10am before their classes.  (see article above)   St. Vincent de Paul Society Outreach A note from the Society: Thank you to our helpers!   As we mentioned in last week’s bulletin, there were 340 guests served and 290 take-out meals provided at the annual St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Dinner.  A list of sponsors who contributed is posted at the entrances to the Church.  Many of our guests expressed their gratitude for the meal and hospitality.  Also thank you to the many regular contributors to our food room.   Parking for the Disabled Parishioners are asked to respect the need for parking for the disabled near the east entrance to the church.  Fortunately we are able to offer parishioners a ramp to access the church at the entrance next to the tabernacle area.  There are four parking spaces assigned for use by parishioners with mobility difficulties in the laneway on the east side of the church.  On a related note, you may be aware that fundraising began in the fall to replace the existing doors with an electric-operated wheelchair accessible door system.    Prayer Line We remind you that we have an active Prayer Line network in the parish.  If you have a friend or family member who is seriously ill contact the office ext 222 and leave a name.   Children’s and Adult Choirs Choir rehearsals begin this Wednesday, January 18.  New members are welcome.  Call Greg at the office for information.   Lost and Found Forget your gloves?  An umbrella perhaps?  Lose your glasses?  Check the Lost and Found in the closet to the east of the main entrance.   Poinsettia Plants Parishioners who offered a poinsettia in memory of a loved one to adorn the sanctuary are welcome to retrieve their plant and take it home if they like.  These beautiful flowers were really the ‘icing on the cake’ for our worship space during our Christmas season celebrations!  Thank you again.   Parish Administration items Address Changes In preparation for Income Tax Receipt mail-outs, please ensure that the parish office has your correct mailing address. If you have moved in the past year please e-mail or call Sherri at the office, or write your name and new address on your parish envelope or a piece of paper and drop it in the collection basket. Pre-Authorized Payment Contributors After seven years we have used up the old envelopes from 2004. Therefore your special collection envelopes for 2012 will be mailed out quarterly directly from the printing company that produces the regular envelopes. If you have any questions or concerns please call Sherri at the office.   Parish Directory Due to unforeseen technical problems, the company that will produce our parish directory advises that it will not be available until the new year.  We apologize for any inconvenience.   Senior’s Group The Senior’s Group will have their next event on Mon., Feb. 6.   Upcoming Parish Meetings Catholic Women’s League - Tuesday, January 17   Dartmouth Christian Men's Fellowship Prayer Breakfast Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 7am in the Dartmouth Seniors' Service Center, 45 Ochterloney St .  Guest speaker Fr. James Mallon.  Men welcome.  Register by Monday morning at 10.  Contact Bob at 434-3438.  $9