Home	24th Sunday of Ordinary Time	2012 Bulletins
	September 16, 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 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…………….........................................9:30 and 7pm IMMACULATE CONCEPTION MASS SCHEDULE Monday ……………....………......…..........………..…….… 7pm Private Confessions (Last Monday of Month)...6:30-6:45pm Sunday………………..................…………………….....11:00am   24th Sunday of Ordinary Time - September 16, 2012 Peter recoils at Jesus' revelation that as "the Christ" he must "undergo great suffering...be rejected...be killed, and after three days rise again." Peter is so aghast at Jesus' words about suffering and death that he fails to hear the most important part of the revelation about who Jesus is and what he is to accomplish. He fails to grasp that through death Jesus will be raised to new life. Hearing Jesus' teaching about taking up his cross to follow him can cause us similarly to recoil as did Peter. But we live on the other side of the resurrection. We know that death brings risen life. This assurance of new life is what gives us the courage to "take up [our] cross, and follow" Jesus. The resoluteness of the Suffering Servant not to turn back no matter what suffering must be faced is the same resoluteness Jesus' shows in his choice to face suffering and death so that all may have life. It is easy to be resolute about what brings us joy, pleasure, advancement, possessions, and honor. It is far more difficult to be resolute about what costs us dearly of our time, energy, resources, and even our very life.   Catechetical (Religious Education) Classes Commence Next Sunday September 23 for Primary to Grade 6 and Saturday Sept 29 (biweekly) for EDGE and Confirmation  Registration 2012 – 2013 Parents who wish to register their children for 2012-13 Catechetics may do so by emailing the parish (see above for address) and including the following information: - children's names    - his or her catechism grade level  - parent's name(s)   - contact numbers and email.  Registration fees are $25 per student or $50 per family. Fees may be paid on the first day of classes. Parents who wish to register a student for Primary may print a registration form from the parish website and return the completed form by fax, dropping it off at the parish office.  Class Times: Primary to Grade 6:  Sundays 10–11am EDGE (grades 7 & 8): Sat Sept 29 at 10am–12noon (biweekly) Confirmation (grade 9): Sat Sept 29 at 10am-12noon (biweekly)  Parishioners who feel they can offer their services to help make the Catechetical program a success should contact the parish office or connect with the program coordinator Heather Rideout  Blessing of Catechetical Teachers This Sunday at the morning Mass our teachers will be specially blessed as they prepare to begin a new year of Religious Education.  We wish them well as they help form the faith life and spirituality of our younger parish members.  We appreciate all they do in their ministry to the youth.   Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council This Sunday at 10:45am in the Parish Hall Join us after Mass this Sunday at 10:45am for our Annual Meeting.  This is a great opportunity for you to hear about the various groups operating in our parish, their goals and intentions.  You will be able to share your thoughts about what is important to you in your parish, ask questions of various staff and team leaders and discern ways that you may become more involved.   Sunday Morning Mass Times To Change Next Week Beginning next week, Mass will be celebrated on Sunday mornings at 8:45 and 11:15am. The Anticipated Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at the usual time of 5pm and Mass will continue to be celebrated on Sunday evenings at 7.  (note: 5pm Sat Mass will change to 4pm on November 3)   Attention Seniors! The Senior’s Group will gather on Monday October 1 to celebrate Mass at noon followed by a light luncheon in the area behind the tapestry, a sing song and other fun stuff.  This is the first gathering for seniors this year and we encourage you to be a part.  All seniors are welcome.   Sister Norma Heffernan to Present Series on EXODUS Beginning on Thurs Sept 27.  A commentary on the Book of Exodus, The God of Freedom and Life by Stephen Bin will be partnered with a study guide. Sister’s recent presentations of scripture works have been thought provoking as well as faith formative.  The series will run for ten weeks on Thursday mornings in the parish office beginning at 10:30. $10 nominal fee covers book and study guide. Please call the office to register   RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process used when adults wish to be baptized into the Roman Catholic faith. Through this process candidates participate in a period of faith formation and education culminating in the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation – Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist – at Easter. At the same time, we welcome those who have been baptized in another Christian faith tradition and wish to join us in communion, as well as those who were baptized as Roman Catholics but were not catechized as children. Sessions will begin in the fall. Please call the office and leave your name.   Feed Others Of Dartmouth is in need of plastic containers … with lids (think Becel, ice cream containers and such)  Also plastic bags are useful for them to continue their work.  Drop them off at the parish office.    Sacrament of Baptism The following are to be baptized this Sunday Avery Taryn Clancey daughter of Chelsea Clancey and Adam Drake   Josh Michael Clements son of Sheena Briand and Michael Clements   Kelsey Marie Harrison daughter of Lynn Overland and Steven Harrison   Carter Ross McCoomb son of Patricia Ross and Chad McCoomb   Jared Carrios Sta. Juana son of Marivic Carrios and Jaime Sta. Juana, Jr. May they always walk as children of the light.   upcoming liturgies + events + programs + meetings Funeral Mass for James Clark Monday at 10am Senior’s Group Planning Committee Monday Sept 24 at 2pm in the office Choir Rehearsals (Children and Adult respectively) Wednesday Sept 19 at 4pm and 7:30pm in the church Catechetical Program Sunday Sept 23 at 10am for Primary to Grade 6 EDGE Saturday Sept 29 10am-12noon (biweekly) Confirmation Saturday Sept 29 10am-12noon (biweekly) Children’s Liturgy of the Word Sunday Sept 23 at the 8:45am Mass Discovery Faith Study Tuesday Sept 25 at 7pm in the parish office meeting room Sister Norma Heffernan’s Series on the Book of Exodus Thursday mornings at 10:30 beginning on Sept 27 in office Senior’s Gathering Monday Oct 1 Mass at noon, lunch to follow Liturgy Committee Thursday October 4 at 7pm in the office Catholic Women’s League Tuesday Oct 9 at 7pm in the parish office meeting room   in our community… Strawberry Social at St. Paul Church 199 Windmill Road, Dartmouth Sun, Sept. 16 –11am -1:30pm. Home-made biscuits, berries and real whipping cream, tea/coffee.   Price: $5, (under 5: $3) Take-out available.     The 22nd Annual Life Chain Sunday, September 30, 2:30 – 3:30pm Participants will gather between 2:30 and 3:30pm on the Commons side of Robie Street between Quinpool and Cunard Streets for a silent vigil to demonstrate their concern for the issue of abortion.  You are welcome to join and show your solidarity.  Sponsored by Campaign Life Nova Scotia   VERITAS Catholic Bookstore VERITAS bookstore is a great resource for the Holy Bible, Catechisms, books on the lives of the Saints, Church history, theology, liturgy, apologetics, and children's books. Also find rosaries and other devotional items. 1546 Barrington Street in Halifax. Telephone (902) 429-7216 or visit  www.veritasbooks.ca   Temporary Employment Opportunity at CHALICE CHALICE is looking for two temporary finance and general accounting clerks. Phone, donations, mail processing, coding and recording transactions. Three month term. Experience in transaction data-entry and customer service is an advantage. Send resume to diannebulger@chalice.ca. Deadline Sept 21.   Jesuit Centre of Spirituality 2287 Brunswick St. Halifax Roots for the New Evangelization? The Jesuit Centre of Spirituality offers programs to deepen your faith.  Make a retreat; explore spirituality; rediscover your faith; learn how to pray.   Silent Saturday Retreats: Sept 22 (New horizons and new energy) Oct 27 (Gratitude for God’s many gifts) Nov 17 (Communion of saints: past and present) Dec 15 (God coming into our hearts, into our world) Moment by Moment: a retreat in daily life: 32 weekly sessions in 2012-13   Mini-retreats and personal residential retreats Hearts on Fire (Thursday evenings Oct 11, 25, Nov 8 & 22) Jesus’ Growth in the Spirit (Tuesday evenings Oct 2, 16, 30, Nov 13) For info call (902) 429-7344; email registrar@jesuitspirit.ca; website www.jesuitspirit.ca   Dartmouth Christian Men's Fellowship Prayer Breakfast Tues Sept 18 at 7am at 45 Ochterloney. Guest speaker Pastor Bill Young (Inspiration Ministry Inc) Register with Bob (434-3438) by 10am Monday. $9   Are You Affected by Someone Else’s Drinking? To speak with a volunteer about Al-Anon call 466-7077 or email ais.hfx.ns.area91@gmail.com   Anonymity is assured.   Adult Formation Fall Sessions at Blessed Pope John XXIII Parish Hall Sept 20, 7pm Speaker Fr Irek Bem  It’s about Reconciliation not Confession   Chowder at St. Andrew Church 8 Locks Road Dartmouth Fresh Fish Chowder-homemade biscuits-desserts 435-2987 Sat Sept 22 11:30am-1pm  adults $9, children under12 $3   Development and Peace Emergency Appeal PLEASE ACT NOW TO STOP THE HUNGER CRISIS IN THE SAHEL REGION OF WEST AFRICA The Sahel region of Africa is facing catastrophic food shortages due to drought.  This region is in the northwest of Africa below the Sahara desert.  Millions are affected, including 1 million children.  D&P is working with Caritas Internationalis to bring aid.  Donations are needed and the Canadian government will match all donations until Sept 30 2012. A second collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend.  Envelopes are at the entrances to the church. If you who are registered, please add your name and registration number to be credited for tax purposes. Donations may also be made directly to D&P by calling 1 888 664 3387 or visiting the D&P website at www.devp.org   Children’s Liturgy of the Word at 8:45am Mass Program begins next Sunday morning in the room behind the tapestry.  Children are invited to the area behind the tapestry to celebrate a child appropriate Liturgy of the Word.  This is not intended to be part of the Catechetical Program but rather an effort to draw meaning from the readings of the day and present it in a way that small children will understand.  Thanks to the leaders of this program who bring the word of God to life for our children!   DISCOVERY FAITH STUDY Tuesday evenings at 7pm beginning on September 25. The study sessions continue this fall.  The sessions were initiated by the IMPACT group this summer with the intention to continue.  You may already have made contact with Alvaro Ortiz who has made himself available after the Sunday morning Mass recently to share the vision of these special study sessions.  Those of you who attended the summer series will be contacted directly.  We ask others among you to consider joining the sessions this fall.   The sessions are designed to help us grow in our relationship with Jesus.   Mass In Latin? Recently, some have received an invitation to Mass in Latin taking place in a local hotel. The group sponsoring this event is called the Society of Saint Pius X, a schismatic community. This means that they are not in communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Though there have been attempts at reconciliation by Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI, the group has refused to profess some of the basic teachings of the Church. If this were a licit (approved) celebration of Mass in Latin, either in the 1962 Extraordinary Rite or the Vatican II (Paul VI Rite), it would take place in one of our church buildings. If you have any questions on this matter, please contact your parish priest.   Catholic Women’s League The first meeting of the Catholic Women’s League for 2012-2013 took place this past week. Are you searching for something worthwhile that makes the best use of your time and talents? Your commitment could be as easy as maintaining an inexpensive yearly membership, even when you are unable to attend meetings or other events. As time permits, you may enjoy helping with just one project. Fresh ideas are always welcome; share them with the new friends that await you. The benefits of the CWL are eternal. Life is a series of new beginnings; make the CWL a priority in your life! Call the parish office to get connected.   Automated Door Installation You have noticed that the automated doors have been installed in the doorway near the tabernacle.  Henceforth, parishioners and visitors who struggle with mobility should find it much easier to enter and exit the church.  We thank those who worked so hard to realize the funds necessary for this installation as well as those who have supported their fundraising activities. We ask you to reserve the parking spaces near the automated door for those who benefit most by their proximity.   St. Vincent de Paul Society Thanks You Thank you for steadfastly sharing your food with the St. Vincent de Paul Society over the summer months when resources are somewhat diminished.  Your efforts enabled the Society to continue their outreach work to the disadvantaged.   Children’s and Adult Choirs New choir members are welcome.  Choir members for the Sunday 11:15am and 7pm masses rehearse on Wednesday evenings at 7:30.  The Saturday choir group rehearses before the 5pm mass at 4 o’clock.  Children’s choir rehearses on Wednesday afternoon from 4-5pm in preparation for our 8:45am liturgy.  Choir rehearsals begin on Wednesday Sept 19.  Contact Greg at the office.   in our community...   Seton Spirituality Centre Fall Programming Once again the Seton Spirituality Centre is beginning its Fall Programming.  we invite you to visit their website and explore the upcoming opportunities offered.  All programs are listed and described on their web site at www.setonspiritualityctr.ca     Halifax-Yarmouth Diocesan CWL Fall General Meeting on September 22 at 2pm To be held at St. Joseph Parish Centre, Kentville, NS.  All CWL members are encouraged to attend.   Women’s Interchurch Council of Canada Annual Fall Rally and Ingathering of the Least Coin Service The Halifax Chapter of the Women’s Interchurch Council of Canada will be holding their Annual Fall Rally and Ingathering of the Least Coin Service at 7pm on Monday, October 22 at Calvin Presbyterian Church, 3311 Ashburn Avenue, Halifax. The guest speaker for this service will be Sister Pat Wilson, Community Chaplain of the Halifax Community Chaplaincy, a multi-faith group providing spiritual guidance and support to those who have been in conflict with the law and wish to reconnect with their local community. A reception will follow the service. All are welcome.   WICC Fellowship of the Least Coin WICC coordinates the Fellowship of the Least Coin in Canada, a global movement of prayer for peace, justice and reconciliation. The "least coin" is an active symbol supporting opportunities for women throughout the world. WICC publishes monthly prayer concerns, which focus on different countries and global issues, and holds a service for the Ingathering of Least Coins in the fall of each year.