Home	4th Sunday of Ordinary Time	2012 Bulletins
	January 29, 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   4th Sunday of Ordinary Time - January 29, 2012 The people in the gospel twice responded to Jesus as one with authority: when he taught them and when he cast out the "unclean spirit." What was this authority? Both in word and deed Jesus touched people in their need. The people were "astonished" and "amazed" because Jesus was saying and doing something new. He was revealing God's very presence and life-- he is "the Holy One of God" among them. And among us. Moses was a prophet who spoke God's word with authority; now Jesus is the One who God raises up with authority-- not just a prophet, but as the Holy One of God.  Thinking of evil in terms of demons and devils keeps us at arm's length. The evil in our world that we must confront is more personal and immediate: violence, poverty, discrimination and the like.   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. Revised Roman Missal Session 2 Saturday, February 4 at 9:30am Next Saturday we encourage you to attend a session offered by Fr. Randy Doucette Pastor of St. Thomas More Parish  Fr. Doucette will speak here in our church and continue the dialogue on the implementation of the changes to the Roman Missal (formerly Sacramentary).  He will share his observations and insight in addition to helping us with the meanings and context.  Liturgical ministers will find this session valuable in terms of improving their understanding of ministry.  Of course, all parishioners are encouraged to attend as we absorb these changes and make them part of our regular practice.   Archbishop Mancini’s Visit It was a joy to have Archbishop Anthony Mancini among us to preside at the 8:45 and 11:15am Masses last Sunday.  Many of you were pleased to meet the Bishop at the reception held between the Masses.  The Archbishop offered the homily at each Mass and shared thought provoking ideas about our local Church, where we have been, where we are now and where we are to go in the future.  He reiterated his desire for the transformative embrace of the New Evangelization as proposed by Pope Benedict.  Pray for him as he carries out the difficult mission of serving God’s people at this time when the Church faces many challenges.   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.   Parish Directory Available We are happy to report that the Parish Directory is available for those who had their photo taken.  Again, thank you for your patience and understanding for the delay.  Pick it up at the parish office during regular office hours or they are available in the hallway behind the tapestry after Mass.   RCIA & the Rite of Acceptance Next Sunday, Feb. 5 at the 11:15am Mass, we will gather to celebrate the acceptance of Jackie Bone, Hayley Bone, Nikki Brown and Gayle Carolan into the Order of Catechumens.  It is a formal period of time when the catechumens and candidates express their desire to join the Church, and the Church accepts their intention to respond to God's call to follow in the way of Christ.  They will be Baptized at the Easter Vigil.  Also we have a Candidate, Phillip Henneberry, who will come into full communion with the Church.   Furthermore,  Ashley Henneberry and Jessica  Melady will complete their initiation.   Please pray for them.   Knights of Columbus Scholarship Knights of Columbus Council 3133 are pleased to announce the annual Simon J. Khattar Scholarship.  Applications for scholarships valued at $1,000 are being accepted through March 16, 2012. Applicants must be Catholic residents of Nova Scotia who will complete Nova Scotia Grade XII in 2012, or who are attending first year University, College, or Community College beyond the secondary level.  Applications and additional information may be picked up at St. Peter Parish office.   Please direct any inquiries to Joe Beaton at 462-4028 or beatonmj@yahoo.com   Marriage Preparation Course For those couples contemplating marriage during the year, there is a preparation program on Friday and Saturday, April 13 and 14. Please register by calling or emailing the parish office as we need to know the numbers of participants.   Mass Coordinator’s Meeting Mass Coordinators are invited to attend a meeting on Tuesday, February 28 in the parish office.  That night we will meet to explore the needs of the Coordinators and find ways to make improvements to their ministry.   CWL Installation of Officers This Saturday at the 4pm Mass, the new CWL Officers will be installed.   Sacrament of Baptism Last Sunday Lily Jean Grace Roach, daughter of Nikki Brown and Anthony Roach, and Lyndsay Lina Pinch, daughter of Vanessa Pinch and Gary Thomas Pinch were Baptized. This Sunday Jesse Charles Arnold, son of Kelly and Chad Arnold will be Baptized.  Please pray for them and their families that they will always walk as children of the light.   Circle of Care Society Thanks You! The Circle of Care Society thanks all who donated items to our furniture bank last year.  Your 455 contributions enabled our volunteers to help 387 families in the Dartmouth area.  Thanks to all who identify the need and serve those in our community who are less fortunate.   Saint Peter Drama Group To Present The Musical GODSPELL in May 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 enters rehearsal phase this week.  Actors, band members, costumers and production support people are all welcome. Contact Greg at the office with questions.    Come and Journey Lenten Day of Reflection for Women The CWL invites the women of the parish to join them on a Lenten Reflection Day to be facilitated by Sister Cecelia in the Parish Hall on Saturday, March 10 from 10am-3pm.   Children’s and Adult Choirs Choir rehearsals continue on Wednesday at their usual times, that is 4pm for children and 7:30pm for adults.   The Saturday group meets at 3pm in the music room (behind the tapestry).   If you lean toward musical interests, you should consider joining one of our choirs.   New members are welcome.  Call Greg at the office for information.   Senior’s Group The Senior’s Group will have their next event on Mon., Feb. 6.   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.    Upcoming Meetings Liturgy Committee – Monday, January 30, 7pm Parish Pastoral Council and Properties Committee Joint Meeting – Wednesday February 1, 7pm Catholic Women’s League – February 14, 7:30pm   +++ Children’s Liturgy of the Word+++ 8:45am Sunday Mass   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.   St. Vincent de Paul Please remember your contributions of non perishable food items for the St. Vincent de Paul Society.  Your thoughtfulness enables the Society to continue the work of feeding those who struggle to make ends meet.  Daily, the members of the Society bring food to those in need.  Your contributions are necessary to make this work.  You may bring food to church and leave it in the basket in the foyer or drop it off at the office during regular office hours.     … in our community   Valentine’s Dance/Social at Immaculate Conception Church Saturday, Feb 11, 8-11pm featuring the Sham-Rocks and their 50’s 60’s & 70’s sounds! + light meal, cash bar, door prize, spot dances, 50/50. Advance tickets $12.50, door $15. Info at 466-5912.  Proceeds to Roof Fund.   Churchill Academy to Offer an Eight Week After School Program developed to meet the needs of students who are not achieving their potential due to reading challenges. Information 446-3410 or e-mail iread@churchillacademy.ca.   St. Andrew's Anglican Church Presents a Musical Dinner Theatre: Mystical Shubie Canal three-course roast beef meal/ tunes from the 50's and 60's Tickets $25 by reservation only call 435-2987 February 3, 4 &11 at 8 Locks Road, Dartmouth http://standrewsdartmouth.ca/main/  Dartmouth Players Presents: The 39 Steps Feb. 1-18. Tickets $15 and $12 at www.dartmouthplayers.ns.ca or by phone 465-7529.    St. Paul 57th Annual Valentine Tea & Sale Sat, Feb 11, from 1–3:30pm.  Luncheon, bake tables, crafts, white elephant, raffles, toys, books, CD’s and more