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	April 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………........................………………………….…...5pm Private Confession..............….............………….4 – 4:30pm 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 Easter - April 29, 2012 What is the command Jesus received from his Father? That he be the Good Shepherd by laying down his life for his sheep. That he gather all people into one flock by laying down his life for his sheep. We, Jesus' disciples, receive the same command from him. We are not to be "hired" hands but good shepherds who, by listening to his voice leading us, lay down our lives for others. In the Father's love we too gather all people into one flock by laying down our lives for others. Jesus is the Good Shepherd. So are we to be. Because "the Father has bestowed on us" great love, we are able, like Jesus, to lay down our lives for others. As human beings we have a hard time being faithful about loving. The whole Easter mystery reveals to us how utterly faithful God is in loving us. We can be faithful in our own loving because God is faithful in loving us. Sacrament of Confirmation Class of 2012   Jillian Flick Josephine Gascoigne Iain Gatien Jessica Gentile Xochil Hernandez Thomas LaPierre Duncan MacDonald Evan MacEachern Frances MacEachern Adam McMullin Emily Moir Kelby Moriarty Grace Quigley Amanda Rose Cameron Shreenan Nora Simms Caitlyn Temple   Three Candidates from neighbouring parishes are Confirmed as well. Lauren MacDonald St. Thomas More Church & Ashley Blank Emily Campbell St. Vincent de Paul Church   Fr. Charles Burke to Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Ordination On Sunday, May 20, the Solemnity of the Ascension, Fr. Charlie will celebrate his Fiftieth Anniversary of Ordination as he presides at Mass at 3pm at St. Thomas More Church, Dartmouth (his home parish at the time of Ordination).  You are warmly invited to join him for this jubilee celebration.   Banns for Ordination Rev. Mr. Craig Matthew Cameron is to be ordained to the Sacred Order of Presbyter for the Archdiocese of Halifax – Yarmouth on May 19, 2012 at St. Mary Cathedral Basilica, Halifax, NS. Please remember him in your prayers. Canon Law obliges Catholics to reveal any impediment to sacred orders to the bishop or pastor.   +++++Priests on Retreat this Week+++++ Due to the priests’ retreat there will be no noon time Masses celebrated on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.   Saint Peter Drama Group Presents GODSPELL A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew May 9 – 10 – 11 (Wed-Thurs-Fri)  in the church at 8pm (doors open at 7:30) Tickets are $12 (students/seniors/underemployed) and $15 available at the office during regular office hours, from a member of the music ministry or at the door on the night of performance. The cast of twenty two (mostly youth and young adults) from our parish look forward to bringing this musical about the ministry of Jesus to life here in our church. The cast is working hard along with the band and all their support team to offer you a great evening of entertainment.  Tell your friends about this exciting happening!   Impact Halifax Catholic Christian Outreach will bring 60 young missionaries to Halifax for 14 weeks this summer, four of whom will be involved in our parish.  Thanks you for your recent monetary support of these young people.  At the entrances to the church you will find a list of household items such as mattresses and small appliances and furniture that are needed as these youth set up their living accommodations for the summer.  Any help you can offer is appreciated.   Yard Sale May 19 Yard Sale to be held in the school gym May 19 from 10am to 2pm. Any items can be dropped off on Friday, May 11 and 18 from 4–8pm. We are looking for all types of small items (no large items or clothing due to lack of storage space). Baked goods can be dropped off on May 18 from 4–8pm or on the morning of the sale by 10am. Thank you for your generous support.   Religious Education Notes  First Holy Communion next Sunday at 8:45am Mass Religious Education program concludes on Sunday, May 13.  Finance Committee Statement The parish Finance Committee met recently to discuss financial results for January and February. Collections $61,774.67 Total Revenue $72,100.32,  Total expenses $89,999.29 Net Income  -$17,898.97   Development & Peace You were very generous during Lent with your gifts for Development and Peace.  Take some time and visit their website.  www.devp.org It’s inspirational.   Steubenville Atlantic Project We have several young people attending Steubenville Atlantic 2012. These individuals will be selling Mother Day Corsages at both Masses on Mother’s Day.  Please show your support by purchasing a Mother’s Day Corsage for $6.   Catholic Women’s League Retreat Day There is a list of all the resources that were discussed at the CWL’s Retreat Day posted on the bulletin board in the foyer of the church.  Check it out.   Children and Senior Choirs No children’s choir rehearsal on Wednesday. Senior choir folk practice at 7:30pm on Wednesday.   Summer Mass Schedule Note that on Sunday, May 20, we will change to our summer Mass schedule.  This year we will celebrate Mass here at 9:30am on Sunday mornings.  Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church at 11am starting that day.  During the summer months we will continue to celebrate Mass on Saturdays at 5pm in anticipation of Sunday and at 7pm on Sunday evenings.   GODSPELL Rehearsals Rehearsals for cast this week are on Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30pm, as well as Saturday morning at 9.  Junior cast at 3:30pm on Tuesday and Wednesday and Saturday at 10am.  Band meets on Saturday at 10am as well.     April 29, 2012 Changes in our Parish Structure As you may be aware, our Parish owns four buildings. They are the church/office/residence, the  two schools and the former parish centre. The old blue school building is currently leased to the Halifax Regional Municipality which covers all the costs related to its upkeep. The other school building (our current Parish Center) is leased to Churchill Academy. The lease, which was up for renewal in July 2011, included a provision that the parish would use the facility as our Parish Center.  During the past year, the Churchill Academy Board members and Saint Peter's Parish Administrative Council have negotiated a new lease agreement for the facility. Enrolment at the school has increased considerably in recent years and the Board has asked for full use of the building to expand their classroom space and have greater access to the gym area for their physical education programs.  Under the new lease agreement, Churchill Academy will take responsibility for the building maintenance and rental agreements for the facility.  The parish will receive a token $1.00 per annum for the building. The other leased building located at 14 Maple Street is currently occupied by The Regional Independent Students Association.  It is a residence for youth who are enrolled in a number of school programs in HRM. The lease on this building has expired. After much deliberation, the Parish Administrative Council and Pastoral Team agreed that this building would suit the needs of the Parish for our programs, meetings and other functions. At a meeting in January of this year, the President of The Regional Independent Students Association was informed of our decision to return the building to its former use as a Parish Centre. The Association had already been actively seeking another residence and the students will be moving out of the current facility on July 31, 2012. We recognize that these changes will require some adjustments for all parties concerned. In the coming weeks, we will have a more definitive plan in place to prepare for these changes and will appraise you of new developments during this transitional time. Fr. Jim Richards On behalf of the Pastoral Team and Administrative Council   Upcoming liturgies + events + programs + meetings Grief Supprt Group Fourth Wednesday of the month at 7pm in the office First Holy Communion  May 6, 8:45 Mass Senior’s Group Gathering  Monday May 7, noon Mass + Godspell May 9, 10 & 11 in the church at 8pm Yard Sale Saturday, May 19, 10am-2pm in the gym Evening Prayer on May 18 Anticipating Ordination of Rev. Mr. Craig Cameron on Friday, May 18 at 7pm Fr. Charlie’s 50th Anniversary Celebration May 20, 3pm at St. Thomas More Church    … in our community  Nova Scotians United for Life 4th Celebrate Life Conference "All God's children have a place in the choir" Reflecting the New Evangelization efforts in our Archdiocese by inviting persons with disabilities to share their special gifts and challenges with us. Fri May 11, 7-9pm Canadian Martyrs Church speaker/entertainer Terry Kelly Saturday May 12, 9-4pm Quality Inn, Parkland Dr. speakers, discussions, spirituality. Registration: $40 - includes Saturday lunch/refreshments Contact: Margo Burke at 423-3114; nsul2001@gmail.com   Canadian Diabetes Association public information session on diabetes and heart health, Wednesday May 9 from 6pm- 9pm at the Best Western, Chocolate Lake, 20 St. Margaret’s Bay Rd Halifax. FREE   ST. THOMAS MORE CHURCH 50th ANNIVERSARY St. Thomas More Church is preparing a history book on the importance of the church building in the lives of our faith community. We ask all who were former parishioners and those who might have taken pictures while visiting, to share images you may have, if the church (inside or out) or grounds can be seen.  E-mail images to officeinfo@ns.aliantzinc.ca, drop them off at the parish office, or call 434-5574.   All originals will be quickly returned to you. Please include dates and names, along with your name and contact information.   THE EUCHARIST: A MANY-SPLENDOURED MYSTERY The celebration of Mass.  What do its many rituals mean and why are they shaped the way they are and what mystery do they re-enact for us? We will bring the Mass to life in this work-shop, exploring its different facets, and inviting us into a life-giving Eucharistic spirituality. Three Thursday sessions: Apr 19, May 3 & 17, 7-9 pm. For information or registration: 429-7344 or registrar@jesuitspirit.ca    Suggested offering $20 per session.   Pilgrimage: Greece: In the Footsteps of St. Paul April 10 – 20, 2013 during the “Year of Faith”.  Informational meeting at St. Thomas More Church, Dartmouth, Monday April 30 at 7pm in Sacred Heart Room.  Contact Peggy Ludlow at 434 –5554 or ludlowm@hotmail.com   Giant Spring Flea Market at St. Anthony Church A giant spring flea market will be held in the basement of St. Anthony’ Church Hall,  27 Farrell Street, Dartmouth.  Something for everyone – new to you items. Saturday May19, 9am to1pm.  Info: Gordon at 469-5698.  Seton Cantata Choir Presents Spring Forth! On Saturday May 5, the choir performs at Chester United Baptist Church, 84 King Street, Chester, and on Sunday, May 6, at Bethany United Church, 7171 Clinton Street, Halifax. Both concerts are at 7:30 pm. Conducting this performance is Wayne Rogers with accompanist Dean Bradshaw. Tickets are $15 available at the door or from choir members in Halifax, and in Chester at Kiwi Cafe and Chester Pharmasave. For more information, please call 275-4049 (Chester concert) or 464-3696 (Halifax Concert)  Homemade Baked Goods Sale Saturday May 12, 10:30am to 12noon St. Andrews Anglican Church8 Locks Road, Dartmouth 435-2987