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Third Sunday of Easter April 15, 2018

ST. PETER PARISH WEBSITE: www.stpeterparish.com

email: rectory@stpeterparish.com

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 p.m. last Sunday of the month

Holy Day of Obligation Mass schedule: see inside bulletin.

CLERGY Rev. Fr. Otis W. Young, Jr., Pastor Rev. Fr. Colm Cahill, 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 to eight months prior to the wedding.

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Sunday 4:00– 4:50 p.m. Monday – Saturday 8:00– 8:20 a.m. Saturday 3:00- 3:50 p.m. 1st Saturdays 7:45-8:30 a.m. and by appointment at the Rectory

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

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ARCHDIOCESAN CLERGY Most Rev. Gregory M. Aymond, D.D. Archbishop of New Orleans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 504-861-9521

Very Rev. Rodney P. Bourg, V.F.,- Dean. . .. . . 985-892-0642

RECTORY PERSONNEL…………...………...985-892-2422 Ruth Adams-Bookkeeper/Administrative Asst. Mary Frances-Bulletin Editor Lorraine Sliman– Secretary

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Ruth Prats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . 985-898-0346

CONFIRMATION Kim Wright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . 985-893-2047

MARRIAGE & FAMILY LIFE Katie Lee……………..…………………………985-892-9353

MEDIA COORDINATOR Jenny Schexnaydre. .………………………….985-892-2568

MUSIC MINISTRY Br. Ken Boesch, FSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ….. . . .985-966-1134 Mary Beth Russell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . 985-893-2535 Anne Simpson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. . . . .985-893-2535

OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Penny Flores………………………………….985-893-2446

YOUTH MINISTRY Junior High: Rafael Flores. . . . . . . . . . . …. . .985-892-8994 High School: Ashley Gervais . . . . . . . . . . . . .985-892-8994 Lisa Perret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 985-892-8994 Young Adult: Evan Corneille. . ………...…...985-892-8994

SAINT PETER PARISH MINISTRY CENTER 128 E. Nineteenth Avenue, Covington, LA 70433

ST. PETER PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

We, the believers of St. Peter Parish, having our beginnings as the earliest Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans on the Northshore, in response to God's call, come together:

to love God and one another to worship as a faith community to be God's hands, heart and mind and to provide for our community's spiritual and

physical needs

In doing this, we glorify God and help realize His reign on earth. While rejoicing in the experience of our pilgrimage, we must ever keep in mind our ultimate destination through our faithful stewardship of time, talent and treasure. Called to be a prayerful and hospitable Catholic family of living faith, we welcome and invite all people to share in our unique gifts of the Holy Spirit.

PARISH STEWARDSHIP REPORT—WEEKLY PARISH OFFERTORY

Amount in envelopes + electronic giving: $ 28,387.75 Amount in loose checks and cash: $ 2,784.95 Building & Maintenance Fund Allocation: $ 2,000.00 Apr. 1: Offertory collection Total: $ 33,172.70

Amount in envelopes + electronic giving: $ TBA Amount in loose checks and cash: $ TBA Building & Maintenance Fund Allocation: $ RCIC children’s stewardship offering: $ Apr. 8: Offertory collection Total: $ TBA Mar. 29: Holy Thursday: $ 1,142.00 Mar. 30: Good Friday- Holy Land Collection $ 2,554.60 Second Collection: Apr. 1: Beautification of our Parish Facilities $ 12,412.36 Second Collection: Apr. 8: Maintenance & Building Fund $ TBA

ST. PETER PARISH WEEKLY OFFERTORY GOAL: $30,000 NEXT Scheduled Second Collection: Apr. 22: Diocesan Priest Retirement

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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 p 5-10

Stewardship p 11

Youth Ministry p 12

In the Archdiocese p 13

IMPORTANT NEWS

Decoding the Old Testament– Study p 5

K of C Spaghetti Dinner p 9

New Catholics/Sacraments Received at Easter p 5

Senior Dinner Dance –Season of Life p 6

Soulful Marriage-Date Night p 9

SERVIAM - The following Family Members of St. Peter Parishioners have been called to “Active Duty.” Please remember them in your prayers: Andrew Barksdale, Chip Barrere, Joseph Baudier, Staff Sgt. Bryan S. Bonano, Josh Boudreaux, Jose Daniel Chacon, Peter Chatry, Peyton Eustis, Jared Fangue, Scott Gerard Favre, Barry Frederick, Christian Griffiths, Sgt. Mark R. Hammett, Brett Krysan, James Thomas Lee, III, Jacob Lindley, Deborah Mills, Max Morse, John Nunez, Adam Ritchey, Charles Talley, David Tiziani, Arthur Trufelli

SICK RELATIVES & FRIENDS - Please remember in your prayers our parish sick relatives and friends and their families: Joan Alberado, Ruth T. Ates, Eulalia Barger, Cookie Baxter, Cecile Boesen, Sunny Bologna, Cindy Braquet, Melanie Broadbridge, Phil Brown, Tommy Brunning, Larry Buckles, Fr. Ronnie Calkins, Camille Callais, Kelly Canone, Barb Cazier, Kathy Ceravolo, Gina Cherry, Andy Chisholm, Rev. Wynon Clark, Wes Cole, Lou Ann Coles, Austin Culotta, Gary Davila, Fayette Dennis, Kayla Derocher, Louis R. Desselle, Renee Doucet, Rosemarie Entringer, Maggie Fallen, Rita Clare Faust & Children, Don Ferrera, Kithy Filopoulos, Ken Fleming, Candice Flood, Cathy Fogle, Catherine Forrest, Martha Frederick, John & Cathy Graves, Diane Gunther, Hayze Hart, Deacon Charles Heine, Emily Ann Heine, Danny Hotard, Victoria Howes, Willie Hutchison, Ashley Jenkins, Winnie Jordan, Jane Jung, Virgie Kraus, Dorothy LaBranche, Darwin & Geraldine Lafont, Dorian Land, Gwen LeBlanc, Tricia Little, Gilda Maestri, Margaret Majors, Lynn Marcel, Deborah Marshall, Matthew & Heather Morgan, Louis Mauroner, Tom & Cheryl McCain, McElroy Family, Brenda Metcalf, Hodgson & Betty Modinger, Roger Monlezun, Bernice Montagne, Rebecca Montreuil, Jinx P. Munster, Josiah Naquin, Harry Nunez, Ruth O’Neil, Winnie Orr, The Patecek Family, Anna Lee Pierson, Rosalie Pizzitola, Shaylie Poche, Jim & Connie Porche’, Raoul & Patricia Potier, Bob Reed, Joel Rivera, Francis Robichaux, Francisco Rodriguez, T. J. Rogers, Carol & Bryant Roy, Ainsley Rushing, Baby Andrew Ryan, Tina Ryan, Cheri Santora, Willo & Dolores Schech, Rodney Schliegelmeyer, Annie Shankles, Benjamin Shaw, Kingsley Skinner, Cindy Smith, Special Intention, Lou Stafford, Gary St. Cyr, Connie Stephens, Tom & Kathy Stubbs, Tracy Swanner, Alton Thompson, Ana Tolentino, Joseph Tolentino, Kelly Trahan & Baby, Arthur Trifelli, Mary L. Troxclair, Warren Troxclair, Elene Tyson, Frances Vance, Carolyn Van Zant, Betty Vermillion, Nikko Verret, Shirley Willheit, Conor Woods, Cliff Yawn

Liturgical Schedule Apr. 22

4 p.m.

8 a.m.

9:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

5 p.m.

Priest Fr. Colm Dcn. Dennis

Fr. Colm Dcn. Jack

Fr. Otis Dcn. Jack

Fr. Colm Dcn. Clyde

Fr. Otis Dcn. Clyde

Choir Cantor Cantor Choir Choir Teen Choir

Lectors Team 1 Team 5 Team 10 Team 14 Team 19

EMHC Team 1 Team 5 Team 7 Team 9 Team 11

Altar Servers Team 1 Team 3 Team 7 Team 8 Team 10

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The Adoration Chapel Sanctuary Lamps Burn

In Thanksgiving for St. Peter Parishioners

The Sanctuary Light Burns In Memory of

Billy Kentzel

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

The Blessed Mother Lamps Burn In Memory of

Rhonda Baumgartner

Rosary for Fr. Otis & Fr. Colm

Apr. 16: Ruth Accardo Apr. 17: Dennis Mischler Apr. 18: Margaret Early Apr. 19: Ana Tolentino/S. & D. Gardner Apr. 20: Camille Bruce Apr. 21: Tammy O’Brien Apr. 22: Dennis Mischler

Rosary for the Holy Souls in Purgatory

Apr. 16: Ruth Accardo Apr. 17: G. & D. Naquin Apr. 18: Margaret Early Apr. 19: Ana Tolentino/Barbara Burkart Apr. 20: Patrick Mendow Apr. 21: Mary Foley Apr. 22: Dennis Mischler

MONDAY, April 16 Easter Weekday 8:30 a.m. Fr. Maur Robira, OSB TUESDAY, April 17 Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Eddy Burvant, Sr. 8:30 a.m. Meda Adelia Koepp WEDNESDAY, April 18 Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Elizabeth A. Armistead 8:30 a.m. F. M. Sanchez

THURSDAY, April 19 Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Donald Pechon, Sr. 8:30 a.m. Scott Salter FRIDAY, April 20 Easter Weekday 6:30 a.m. Debbie Mendow (L) 8:30 a.m. Michelle & David Laney SATURDAY, April 21 St. Anselm 8:30 a.m. Rene’ & Dee Dee Daigle (L– Anniv.) 4:00 p.m. R. N. & Lynne Salter, Frank Anglada, Carolyn Aldrich, Mary T. “Bunt” Percy, Ed & Lee Graves, Dwight Simmons, Sr., Agnes Laine (L-bd), Jimmy Deano, John Steen, Sr., Marion Boudreaux, Camille Boudreaux, Sr., Clay Boudreaux, Mother Angelica, William & Marilyn Berthold, Marion LeBlanc, Genevieve Berthold, Gary LeBlanc, Joseph Carver, Courtney Smith (L), Stacie Hollingsworth (L), Ann & Jim Ensley (L), Barry & Julie Matte (L), Billy Kentzel, Pat Ott (L), Carl & Paula Manger (L)

SUNDAY, April 22 Fourth Sunday of Easter 8:00 a.m. Ted Wall, Donald Pechon, Sr., Earl Pechon, Daniel A. Faherty, Jr., Kelly Englehardt (L), Clint Goss (L), Jenn Baham (L), Mike Riecke (L), Trina Fouchi (L), Joyce Kennedy (L), Dewey Matranga, E.J. Rebaudo, Cliff Brown, Michael Delery, Rhonda Baumgartner, Steven & Stacey Glynn (L), Jean & Janice Charbonnet (L), Darrell O’Keefe, Sammy Darrell O’Keefe, Frances Blondo, Alice Bonomo, Kathleen Compton, Matthew & Heather Morgan (L), Maria Monterozo, Dr. Appolinaro Medalla

9:30 a.m. St. Peter Parishioners 11:30 a.m. Joe Mattingly 5:00 p.m. Etta Strain

Sacrament of Reconciliation Sunday: 4:00 to 4:50 p.m.

Monday thru Saturday: 8:00 to 8:20 a.m. Saturday: 3:00 to 3:50 p.m.

First Saturday: 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. or by appointment at the rectory.

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Current Parish Events

DECODING THE OLD TESTAMENT

"The New Testament lies hidden in the Old and the Old is unveiled in the New."

~St. Augustine

St. Peter Adult Formation Committee presents

A JIMMY SEGHERS BIBLE STUDY

DECODING THE OLD TESTAMENT

Mondays, April 16, 23, 30

and May 7, 14

7 p.m. in St. Mary's Hall

Please register at the first gathering on April 16th A $10 donation for expenses is suggested

Please make checks payable to “St. Peter Catholic Church” For information contact St. Peter Rectory, 985.892.2422

CONGRATULATIONS to our new Catholics who were received into the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil

Abigail Achord

Joshua Achord

Deidra Bickham

Courtney Butters

Grant Clayton

Brianna Guilbeau

Zachary Jourdan

Simon Pengelly

Gracelyn Russell

Jasper Russell

Jennifer Russell

Savannah Russell

Walker Russell

Jourdan Taylor

Derek Thompson II

Melissa Wegierski

CONGRATULATIONS to our Catholics who received Sacraments at the Easter Vigil

Juliette Andry

Bryson Ayo

Brayden Francois

Caleb Francois

Gerald Francois

Joseph Frannino

Lee Guidry

Travis Manning

Ben Russell

Daquari Seamon

“With such affection for you, we were determined to

share with you not only the Gospel of God, but our

very selves as well so dearly beloved had you become to

us.” ~1 Thessalonians 2:8

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Current Parish Events

Every Season of Life…

a Gift from God “With length of days I will satisfy him, and fill him with my saving power.”

~Psalm 91:16

In celebration of St Peter Catholic Church’s 175th Anniversary, The St. Peter Knights of

Columbus, Council #12906, invite you, our senior parishioners (65 and older), to be

their guest at a dinner dance honoring you for the many years of prayer, wisdom,

grace, and faith that you have demonstrated during your life. You have been and

truly are the strong roots of St, Peter Parish.

Saturday, May 12, 2018 St. Mary’s Hall

5:30-8:30 p.m. Casual Attire

Reservations for the dinner/dance can be made after all Masses on the weekend of

April 21 and 22, 2018 in front of the church. Reservations are limited and will be

closed after all tables are reserved.

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April 16th—22nd

Monday: Acts 6:8-15/Jn 6:22-29 Tuesday: Acts 7:51 -- 8:1a/Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8/Jn 6:35-40 Thursday: Acts 8:26-40/Jn 6:44-51 Friday: Acts 9:1-20/Jn 6:52-59 Saturday: Acts 9:31-42/Jn 6:60-69 Sunday: Acts 4:8-12/1 Jn 3:1-2/Jn 10:11-18

Current Parish Events

SCRIPTURE READINGS

Wedding Banns are announced between:

Tim Pearce &

Abbie Leigh Malin

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Current Parish Events

BAPTISMAL PREPARATION

St. Peter Baptismal Preparation for in-fants consists of one mandatory session, that parents and godparents are re-quired to attend. Parents are encour-aged to call the rectory, 985.892.2422, three months before the expected birth date to register for class.

The next seminar is Wednesday, May 2nd, 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.

BAPTISMS

We congratulate the newest members of our worshipping Community who

recently celebrated the Sacrament of Baptism:

Michael Geoffrey Lemonier, Jr.

Gabe Frassati Rodriguez Beau Barrus Benefield

Eva Charlotte Benefield Holden Crawford Frentz Felix Emerson Gallodoro

Ellis Frances Hymel Parker Marie Miller

Alaila Stelle Miranda Charlotte Michelle Huck Benson Michael Carona

Kathryn Anne Borne Reed Michael Bradley

Christopher Badeaux Fox, Jr. Madeline Rose LeBlanc

IN MEMORIAM Please pray for the families of our dearly

departed, and for the repose of their souls.

John Maurice LaPlante Gerri Russell

Iris Jane “Mimi” Ross

EASTER BLESSINGS:

St. Peter Parish continues to be showered with blessings during this 175th anniversary year. Fr. Otis opened the Triduum by processing into church with a new, very special gift --- a relic of the true cross; the very cross Christ carried up the hill to Calvary and upon which He offered Him-self to the Father for our salvation. A unique wooden reliquary was designed to display the relic. This was created through the talented hands of Sean Alford, craftsman. Thank you, Sean! A permanent place has been designated near the Divine Mercy image for the relic to remain in church for veneration.

LOOK AROUND:

Several of our statues have received a “touch-up” by the generous and gifted artist, Carol Strain. They look beautiful and we are very grateful. Look around and you will notice some new statue place-ments:

St. Jude --- Reconciliation Room St. Anthony ---Church Entrance, above the poor box Sacred Heart --- Centered in church vestibule St. Peter --- Back right corner New Holy Family --- Back left corner St. Joseph --- Front right, facing the Blessed Mother Infant Jesus of Prague --- Front left, facing Divine Mercy Our statues enhance the beauty of our worship space and remind us of the Communion of Saints and the powerful intercession of those who are eternally before the throne of the Father.

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Current Parish Events

THE KEY TO A

OULFUL MARRIAGE IS

##SPPDATENIGHTSPPDATENIGHT GATHER YOUR FAMILY OR JUST YOUR

SWEETHEART AND JOIN US AT THE

ROCKIN’ THE RAILS CONCERT COVINGTON TRAILHEAD CLOCK TOWER

5PM-7:30PM THURSDAY, APRIL 19TH

*ALL OF OUR OUTINGS ARE FREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY*

St. Peter Parish Garden Ministry Come Join Us for a

St. Peter Parish Garden Clean-up Day

Saturday, April 21st following 8:30 a.m. Mass Please meet in front of the Church

Bring: Small garden tools, gloves, pruners, hedge trimmers, etc.

Students needing service hours are welcome!

Unable to help? Supply Donations are appreciated Please send donations payable to

St. Peter Church with “Garden” written in the memo.

Are you interested in “Adopting” a small garden on our campus? Please contact Chris Stellingworth: cstellingworth@gmail.com or 504.237.1039.

Poor Box Envelopes can be found in a holder near the private confessional in back of church. Please place donations in the collection basket or drop off at the rectory. Thank you.

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Current Parish Events

St. Peter Parish is offering a weekly “The Divine Mercy Hour of Prayer” each Tuesday from 3:00-3:45 p.m. in church. The hour will begin with the recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy then the recitation of the Ro-sary. We invite all to join us for this hour as we pray for God’s Mercy!

Diocesan Priest Retirement Fund Second collection next weekend April 21st/22nd

The Archdiocese is truly blessed by the service of its many fine and dedicated priests, especially our retired priests who have served our area faithfully. Many continue to serve the Church of New Orleans and the surrounding region in many ways.

The annual retirement collection on Good Shepherd Sunday is used to defray the significant costs of the medical and retirement expenses of these priests. Your participation in this collection is a way to say “thank you” to our retired priests.

Have you, or someone you know, recently suffered the loss of a child? The Embrace Ministry offers sup-port, information and consolation of our Lord through prayers and assis-tance during the time of mourning. For more information please email:

Cathy Schroeder: schrofam@bellsouth.net

Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us!

St. Peter Men’s Association

All men of the parish are invited to our upcoming meeting this Tuesday, April 17th, at 7 p.m. in the Upper Room, 318 S. Jefferson Ave. Come learn more about this men’s parish service group…Join us for an informal meeting, devotional, and a meal! Questions? Contact Dan McKnight at 504.450.5434.

Sanctuary ~ Blessed Mother Flowers

 

Would you like to donate flowers to grace our sanctuary or to be placed at the foot of the statue of Our Blessed Mother?

Floral arrangements may be donated in memory of a loved one or for a special intention. Please call the rectory for more information. 985.892.2422

INVITATION FROM JESUS

You are invited to spend an hour with Jesus in the Adoration Chapel. Committed adorers & Prayer Partners needed: Sunday: 11 a.m.-Noon, Noon-1 p.m. & 1-2 p.m. Monday: 3-4 a.m., 3-4 p.m. & 6-7 p.m. Wednesday: 2-3 a.m. Friday: 11 a.m.-Noon Saturday: 2 –3 p.m.

If you are able to commit to one of these weekly hours with Jesus, please complete this form and drop it in the offertory collection basket at Mass or bring it to the rectory.

Name:__________________________________ Adoration Hour Selected:__________________ Phone #:________________________________ Email Address: ______________________

Any questions, please call the rectory at 985.892.2422 or contact Ethel Ganucheau, Eucharistic Adoration Chapel Coordinator, at

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Third Sunday of Easter April 15th:

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus explains the meaning of the scriptures. Like the disciples, when we offer and receive forgiveness our hearts burn because we encounter the risen Christ within us. Have you considered answering the call to “help the poor find forgiveness and healing in their life” by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?

Stewardship ....Our Way of Life at St. Peter Parish ONE GOD + ONE CHURCH + ONE FAMILY

Any young man or woman who may feel a call to the religious life is invited to contact Fr. Otis or Fr. Colm at the rectory, 985.892.2422 so they may support you through your discernment. They are committed to praying for you as you grow in knowledge of your vocation.

Third Sunday of Easter

April 15th:

An underlying lesson from all three readings this week-end is that the Risen Christ has wiped away our sins, not only for individuals, but throughout the world and its history. The terrible power of sin has now been reversed and our coming to perfection through the love of God is part of the Easter experience. As stewards of God’s love we are called to participate in Christ’s redemptive activ-ity. The stewardship questions for us are many: How do we resist injustice at home or in the workplace? How do we confront violence in our language and attitudes? How do we bring Christ to others?

“The Eleventh Hour”

DID YOU KNOW that St. Peter Parish has a ministry that prays FOR THE DYING?

The ministry is called “The Eleventh Hour”. The members of this ministry pray for those who are dying and in their final hours and for those who have re-cently died. It is very easy to request prayer: just call the parish office 985-892-2422.

Heart of Jesus, have mercy on the dying!

Rosary Sign-up for The Holy Souls in Purgatory

Would you or your family like to sign-up to pray a rosary for “The Holy Souls in Purgatory”?

All parishioners are invited to pray a rosary for the Souls in Purgatory as often as possible during the year. This rosary may be said for your dear departed family members, friends, or anyone, even those unknown to you, whom you wish to include in this Act of Charity. The sign-up sheet is in the back of church. Thank you for sharing in this special gift to all the “Holy Souls in Purgatory”

Rosary Sign-up for our Beloved Priests

Christ continues to love us and be present for us through the hands of His holy priests! Fr. Otis and Fr. Colm have offered their lives to God as a sacrifice for us, his people. They depend on our prayerful support to live faithfully their vocation in the midst of many challenges.

Please consider praying a Rosary, asking God for special graces for them to persevere in their priestly vocations. Sign-up sheets are in the back of Church. Thank You!

“The priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus” ~ St. John Marie Vianney

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R.O.C.K.

St. Peter Catholic Church Middle School &

Junior High Youth Ministry

Check out the ROCK website at www.stpeterparish.com under the “Formation/Youth” section. 985.892.8994

E-mail us at rock@stpeterparish.com Coordinator: Rafael Flores

April

Sun. 29th Youth Mass - 5 p.m./Confessions at 4:00

“And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this ROCK I will build my church, and the powers of death shall not prevail against it.” – Matthew 16:18

Taking On Radical Christian Holiness

St. Peter’s High School Youth Group TORCH@stpeterparish.com

High School Youth Events for grades 8-12 (and at least 13 yrs. old by Sept. 30, 2017)

Youth House is located at 402 S. Jefferson Ave. For more information: Ashley Gervais or Lisa Perret -985.892.8994

April

Tues.17th, H.S. Youth Adoration: Church 5:45 - 7:00 p.m. & 24th Dinner in Youth House 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sat. 21st Torch Night - Monthly H.S. Youth Event Sat. 27-29th Party at the Pavilion/Fundraiser (sign up sheets)

Sun. 29th 5 p.m. Youth Mass/Confessions at 4:00 Ice Cream following Mass in YH

St. Peter— Young Adult Ministry

viachristi@stpeterparish.com Welcome to Virtues In Action!

The way to Christ!

New Members are Always Welcome! Coordinator: Evan Corneille: 985.892.8994

Web: www.stpeterparish.com Find us on Facebook!

April

Sat. 21st 8:30 a.m.—noon Prep III Service Saturday: Meet in church for 8:30 a.m. Mass

Sun. 22nd 6:30-7:30 p.m. Prep I (St. Mary’s Hall) No Prep III

Wed. 25th 6:30-8:00 p.m. Sponsor Meeting in St. Mary’s Hall

Sun. 29th 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Prep I (St. Mary’s Hall) Prep III (St. Mary’s Hall)

May Sun. 6th 6:30-7:30 p.m. 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Final Prep I (St. Mary’s Hall) Final Prep III (St. Mary’s Hall)

Confirmation Calendar—Prep I & Prep III 2018

Youth Events

Liturgy of the Word for Children Offered for 3 - 6 year old children

During the 9:30 a.m. Mass  

The Children’s Liturgy provides children with a time and place to “soak in” the gospel message on a level that they can understand. Children will be led to St. Mary’s Hall for catechesis after the Opening Greeting and will return to church immediately following the Prayers of the Faithful. No registration is required.   

Spring Dates:

April 22nd May 13th, 20th, 27th

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In the Archdiocese

2018 Southeast Louisiana IHM Catholic Homeschool Conference

Friday, April 20th Clarion Inn, Covington

This conference is designed for those families who want to learn about Catholic Homeschooling and

for those who already homeschool.

A FREE day of speakers, curricula and more!

For more information, please visit http://www.ihmconference.org/southeastlouisiana/ or

for a St. Peter contact: Stacey Glynn at rchalinfo@rchal.org

Primary Care & Hormone Health

for Women and Adolescents NaProTECHNOLOGY Evaluation & Treatment

Healthcare that aligns with Catholic Church Teaching

Services provided by Dr. Susan Caldwell

4612 S. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans

Child Abuse Prevention Month

The month of April is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse.

Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services toll-free number:

855-4LA-KIDS 855.452.5437

For anyone in the state to call and report child abuse or neglect.

Magnificat Breakfast

Speaker: Casey Sprehe

When: Wednesday, May 2nd Where: Benedict’s Plantation, Mandeville Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Coffee at 8:30 a.m.

Tickets: $15.00 Available at Most Holy Trinity Church,

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and Mary Queen of Peace Church: Monday—Friday

Ticket Sales through Thursday, April 26th

Tickets are not sold at the door. Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat For those hurting from Abortion

If you or someone you love is hurting from an abortion, please consider attending this faith-based, healing retreat.

All faiths are welcome! Open to women and men.

Weekend Retreat: May 18-20th $190/person

(financial assistance available)

Facilitators: Pam Richard & Donna Scheuermann Priest Facilitator: Rev. David Seid, O.P.

To register or for more information: Pam Richard @ 504.460.9360 / richj504@bellsouth.net or Donna Scheuermann @ 504.258.9183 / donnas@1791.com

Facebook.com/rvrNOLA

God’s Northshore Blessings

Please join us for our Special Needs Mass on Sunday, April 15th at 2 p.m. in the Chotin Center of Our Lady of the Lake Church in Mandeville

All are Welcome! If you wish to be a lector, gift bearer or greeter, please arrive by 1:45 p.m.

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