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ST. PETER’S PARISH TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
AUGUST 26TH, 2012
MASSES
MON AUG 27 7:00 pm DOUG & TERRI JACKSON TUE AUG 28 8:00 am NO MASS/COMMUNION SE RVICE WED AUG 29 8:00 am COMMUNION SERVICE THU AUG 30 8:00 am COMMUNION SERVICE FRI AUG 31 9:00 am NICK LENHEIS SAT SEPT 01 8:00 am COMMUNIO N SERVICE 5:30 pm LINDA SWEAT SUN SEPT 02 7:15 am COLLEEN & LESTER DEAN 9:00 am ALBERT LEHOCKY 11:30 am ANGIE MORI ARTY *****************************************************************************************************************************************************************************
SEPTEMBER 1ST & 2ND
MASS ALTAR SERVER LECTOR SEPT 01 5:30 pm A & N HARTLEY & KEIFER LEVASS EUR & DUBOYCE SEPT 02 7:15 am PLUMER & P & T RUBELING HAYES & SYKES 9:00 am C & E GAUDLIP & RICE GAUDLIP & CLEMO NS
11:30 am CRIDER, DIGREGORY & SUPROCK GETSINGER & BALLANTINE ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
THIS TUES, AUG 28TH there will be no Mass nor Communion Service and then on Aug 29th, 30th & Sept 1st, there will be a Communion Service at 8:00 am instead of Mass. THIS WEEK’S READINGS: Jos 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b, Eph 5:21-32 or 5:2a, 25-32, Jn 6:60-69 (122) NEXT WEEK’S READINGS : Dt 4:1-2, 6-8, Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27, Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 (125) NEXT WEEK the second collection will be for the church mortgage.
WE PRAY that God’s healing power may touch those who are sick, especially Joe Wirfs, Richard Ellis, Ellen Burns, Norman Avery, Joshua Wade, Marilyn Hall, Herb Worley, James C Brennan, Len Bainbridge, Rob Player, Sean Mulvey, Susan D Aud, Susan K Aud, John Nau, Jess Gold, Debbie Lutman, Regina Moran, Ken Hartsek, Lewis Goode, Diane Andersen, Dale Stiffler, Judy Churco, Ann Fowler, Lorraine Rommal, Audrey Palerino, James Wivell, Sharon Baker, Jonah Roberts, Matthew Tako, Jim Everhart, Bennie Stanley, Marybeth Weaver, Jocelyn Bronleven, Mark Johnson, Dennis Martin, Jay Richardson, Ann Jurkowski, Brian Everhart, Raymond Garrett, James Landsness, Myrtle Carlin, Cathy Luscinski, Julianne Dombek,
Names will be kept on the prayer list for 1 month from the time they are requested. At the end of that time, you may renew your prayer request by emailing or calling the Parish Office
***Anyone wishing to receive Communion and/or the Sacrament of the Sick please call the Parish Office.
PRAY WITH THE HEART PRAYER GROUP will meet this Wed, Aug 29th at 7:30 pm for Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary & Prayer in the Adoration Chapel.
PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION :. Summer is here--what a good time to make a visit to our Eucharistic Jesus who tells us that he will refresh us. Visiting hours are 9 am-8 pm thru August. We have a need for a person at 3 am early Monday mornings, an alternate 12 am (midnight) hour Fri night into Sat & a 2 pm Sat. Please call Linda (301.829.2888) or Diane (301.304.0209) for more info.
HANDMAIDS OF THE LORD : Volunteers needed to give glory & praise to God by helping to clean & maintain the beauty of His House. Much help is needed! If interested, please call Diane at 301-3047-0209. BECOME A MEMBER OF THE PRAYER TEAM: It’s the same today as it was then! The sick, broken & forgotten are among us. Classes begin this fall at St. Ignatius, Ijamsville on Monday evenings at 7 pm. For info call Kevin McAteer at 301-748-0927. CALLING ALL MEN ! SAVE THE DATE ! The Knights of Columbus Council 1860 are sponsoring a Fall Retreat for all men on Sat. Oct 13th, 11 am-4 pm at Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary. A free-will donation which includes lunch, will be collected. Fr. Joe Breighner will be the Retreat Master. Family members are invited to join the men for Mass at 4pm. Please RSVP by Wed, Oct 10th at 301-447-2326 or at [email protected] FREDERICK48 FUND-RAISING: Help us overcome Frederick County budget cuts for the needy! The St. Vincent de Paul Society is participating in the recently launched campaign established in response to decreased county funding for non-profits that serve the poor, the homeless, the sick & young people at risk. Please consider giving all or part of your $100 property tax rebate to SVDP and other non-profits at Frederick48 (www.frederick48.org), & take advantage of matching funds that could double your contribution
FINANCIAL REPORT 8/5/12
WKLY GOAL ACTUAL WKLY EFT TOTALS
Env/Loose $20,000.00 $14,799.40 $4,560.00 $19,359.40 Poor Box $ 833.34 $ 496.60 $ 297.80 $ 794.40 Monthly : Blue Env/Mortg: $28,382 $7023.00 to date $2,249 $9272.00
THANK YOU FOR YOUR STEWARDSHIP OF GOD’S GIFTS!
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS August 26, 2012
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY George Brunner:
[email protected] Important upcoming dates!
• Sept 13th-Children's RCIA Parent/Child Orientation @ 6:30pm • Sept 16th-Home Model Orientation @ 12:45pm • Sept 20th-Sacramental Preparation Parent/Child Orientation @ 6:30pm • Sept 23rd-First Day of Classes and Parent Orientation @ 10:15am
ADULT MINISTRY Carolyn Nolan ([email protected] )
Marriage Tip Take a moment each day to say how much you love your spouse. Thank them for what they do for the family, or just say that you miss them when you’re apart.Visit: www.foryourmarriage.org Baptism Prep Classes - meets on Tuesday, September 18th, from 7 – 9 pm in the Birch Library. You need only one godparent and this person must be Catholic; to have celebrated Confirmation; is at least 16 years of age, and is practicing the faith (attending mass each week and celebrating the sacraments.) RCIA – The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults – the process by which adults are formed in the Catholic way of life – began this past week . RCIA prepares the participant for the sacraments of Baptism (if needed), Con-firmation and Eucharist. We look forward to answering any questions you may have about becoming Catho-lic. Contact Carolyn at 301-898-5111 x 14 for more information. Bible Study – We begin our fall study with Psalms – The School of Prayer – a 10 week DVD study. Our communication with God is enhanced by a deeper understanding of the book of Psalms and of the individual psalms that reside in each of our hearts. See the flier in today’s bulletin for registration formation.
YOUTH MINISTRY Kenn DeMoll
Youth Ministry time for 2012-2013. We will going back to Sunday evenings from 6-8PM! Parent & Teen Orientation: September 16th save the date as we kick off youth ministry by diving into our yearly theme: Radiant Joy! This will not be a “meeting” but a chance for teens and their parents to grow in their faith by…laughing? Oh, and learning how you could earn some cold hard cash? It doesn’t get much better than that! SAVE THE DATE: “Radiant Joy” - When was the last time you were truly joyful? This fall, we are going to be ex-ploring the gift of joy with many high energy games and activities! Look for more details to come! But, for right now, save the date: Middle School’s retreat will be October 26th – 27th! High School’s retreat will be November 2-4th! More information and sign ups to come soon! SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS: Are you a pampered chef consultant, Avon representative or similar small busi-ness owner? Kenn deMoll would like to talk to you about a business opportunity to help your business while benefit-ing the parish. Contact him for more information at 301-898-5111 or [email protected] iPad donation: youth ministry is trying to begin using tablets in our ministry to help teens fall in love with the sac-raments. We are looking for used 1st and 2nd generation iPads. We have already had one donation and really need one more to get us started! Contact kenn at [email protected] if you can help
Faith Formation Registration now open for 2012-2013! This includes Sacramental Prep, Confirmation & Adult Education.
Form can be found in today’s bulletin or register & pay on-line (EFT) at www.stpeter-libertytown.org If you have any questions regarding the registration process, contact REC Secretary Stacy Johnston @
[email protected] or at 301-898-5111 ext. 18.
Family Last Name: E-Mail: Father’s Name: Father’s Cell: Mother’s Name: Mother’s Cell: Mother’s Maiden Name: Emergency Contact: Home Phone: Emergency #:
St Peter’s Parish Faith Formation Registration
PO BOX 278, Libertytown, MD. 21762 301-898-5111 phone / 301-898-0465 fax
www.stpeter-libertytown.org
Faith Formation Options for Children & Youth Cost is $70 (1 Child) / $95 (2 Children) / $110 (3 or more Children)
Elementary Education~Pre-K through Grade 5
Class time is 10:15 – 11:15AM on Sunday mornings
Seeds (Pre-K) Promise (Kindergarten & Grade 1)
Good News (Grades 2 & 3) Venture (Grades 4 & 5)
Home Program (Offered only in Grades 1-5)
Grades 6 through 12
Class time is 6:00—8:00PM on Sunday evenings Edge (Grades 6-8) LifeTeen (Grades 9-12)
Faith Formation for Adults~”Come to the Table” Cost $10~Class Time is 10:15~11:15AM on Sunday mornings.
Come to the Table is adult faith formation based on small-group conversations about faith. Participants are led through Catho-lic beliefs using worksheets which are rooted in Sacred Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. By talking with others and sharing prayer, participants become more able to speak about their faith with confidence. We all become more able to live our faith in daily life. We receive a solid foundation of knowledge, but also an experience of conversion to Christ.
Sacramental Preparation Must have completed 1 full year of Religious Education prior to beginning the preparation process.
These sessions are in addition to regular Faith Formation classes., if your child does not attend Catholic School, they must attend Faith Formation at St Peter’s..
Reconciliation / First Communion ~Resource Fee of $50 Confirmation ~Resource fee of $100
Name Birth Date Sex Please choose your Class and/or
Sacramental Prep Option Allergies / Special Needs
Civil Dialogue
In their Introductory Note to Forming Consciences
for Faithful Citizenship, the Catholic bishops of the
United States urge Catholics to “contribute to civil
and respectful public dialogue.” In the following essay,
Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Archbishop of Washington,
reflects on how Catholics can carry out this call to civil
dialogue.
Civil Discourse:
Speaking Truth in Love
By Cardinal Donald Wuerl
The preacher's pulpit, the politician's podium and
the print and electronic media all bear some
responsibility to encourage a far more civil,
responsible and respectful approach to national
debate and the discussion of issues in our country
today.
Over and over again, we are hearing, in the wake of
the shooting of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, that it is
time to examine the tenor and tone of debate. Sadly,
it took something as tragic as the Tucson shooting
to generate a conversation about how we debate
issues, especially those that engender great emotion.
A wise and ancient Catholic maxim has always
insisted that we are to "hate the sin and love the
sinner." At the heart of this time-honored wisdom is
the simple recognition that some things are wrong
and yet we still distinguish between what is done
and who does it.
Increasingly, there is a tendency to disparage the
name and reputation, the character and life, of a
person because he or she holds a different position.
The identifying of some people as "bigots" and "hate
mongers" simply because they hold a position
contrary to another's has unfortunately become all
too commonplace today. Locally, we have witnessed
rhetorical hyperbole that, I believe, long since
crossed the line between reasoned discourse and
irresponsible demagoguery.
It should not be acceptable to denounce someone
who favors immigration reform that includes the
process to citizenship as a "traitor" and "unpatriotic."
The representatives in federal and state government
who voted against the District of Columbia
Opportunity Scholarship Program or against tax
credits for Catholic schools educating minority
children should not be labeled in the media as "anti-
Catholic bigots" or "racists" since the majority of the
children are African American. People and
organizations should not be denounced
disparagingly as "homophobic" simply because they
support the traditional, worldwide, time-honored
definition of marriage. The defaming words speak
more about political posturing than about reasoned
discourse.
Why is it so important that we respect both our
constitutional right to free speech and our moral
obligation that we not bear false witness against
another? A profoundly basic reason is that we do
not live alone. While each of us can claim a unique
identity, we are, nonetheless, called to live out our
lives in relationship with others -- in some form of
community.
All human community is rooted in this deep stirring
of God's created plan within us that brings us into
ever-widening circles of relationship: first with our
parents, then our family, the Church and a variety
of community experiences, educational, economic,
cultural, social and, of course, political. We are by
nature social and tend to come together so that in
the various communities of which we are a part, we
can experience full human development. All of this
is part of God's plan initiated in creation and
reflected in the natural law that calls us to live in
community.
What does this have to do with toning down our
rhetoric? Everything! No community, human or
divine, political or religious, can exist without trust.
At the very core of all human relations is the
confidence that members speak the truth to each
other. It is for this reason that God explicitly
protected the bonds of community by prohibiting
falsehood as a grave attack on the human spirit.
"You shall not bear false witness against your
neighbor" (Ex 20:16). To tamper with the truth or,
worse yet, to pervert it, is to undermine the
foundations of human community and to begin to
cut the threads that weave us into a coherent human
family.
The call to truthfulness is far from being a denial of
freedom of speech. Rather, it is a God-given
obligation to respect the very function of human
speech. We are not free to say whatever we want
about another, but only what is true. To the extent
that freedom is improperly used to sever the bonds of
trust that bind us together as a people, to that extent
it is irresponsible. The commandment that obliges us
to avoid false witness also calls us to tell the truth.
We, therefore, have an obligation to ascertain that
what we say or hear or read is really the truth.
Someone once described a "gossip" as a person who
will never tell a lie if a half-truth will do as much
harm. When we listen to news accounts or read what
is presented in the print and electronic media, we are
too often reminded that spin, selecting only some of
the facts, highlighting only parts of the picture, has
replaced too often an effort to present the facts -- the
full story. We all know the tragic results of gossip
against which there is little or no defense. In an age
of blogs, even the wildest accusations can quickly
become "fact." Gossip is like an insidious infection
that spreads sickness throughout the body. These
untruths go unchallenged because the persons who
are the object of the discussion are usually not
present to defend themselves, their views or actions.
Irresponsible blogs, electronic and print media
stories, and pulpit and podium people-bashing
rhetoric can be likened to many forms of anonymous
violence. Spin and extremist language should not be
embraced as the best this country is capable of
achieving. Selecting only some facts, choosing
inflammatory words, spinning the story, are activities
that seem much more directed to achieving
someone's political purpose rather than reporting
events. One side is described as "inquiring minds that
want to know" and the other side as "lashing out in
response."
We need to look at how we engage in discourse and
how we live out our commitment to be a people of
profound respect for the truth and our right to
express our thoughts, opinions, positions -- always in
love. We who follow Christ must not only speak the
truth but must do so in love (Eph 4:15). It is not
enough that we know or believe something to be
true. We must express that truth in charity with
respect for others so that the bonds between us can
be strengthened in building up the body of Christ.
Freedom of speech and respect for others, freedom
of expression and regard for the truth, should always
be woven together. This should be true of everyone,
whether they speak from a pulpit, a political
platform, or through the electronic and print media
and other means of social communications.
Ground Rules for Civil
Dialogue
We are all called to engage in civil dialogue. Here
are some possible ground rules for civil dialogue:
1. Make sure everyone has an opportunity to
speak.
2. Share your personal experience, not
someone else’s.
3. Listen carefully and respectfully. Speak
carefully and respectfully. Do not play the
role of know-it-all, convincer or corrector.
Remember that a dialogue is not a debate.
4. Don’t interrupt unless for clarification or
time keeping.
5. Accept that no group or viewpoint has a
complete monopoly on the truth.
6. “Be more ready to give a favorable
interpretation to another’s statement than
condemn it” (Catechism of the Catholic
Church 2478, quoting St. Ignatius of
Loyola).
7. Be cautious about assigning motives to
another person.
To download this and other helpful resources, visit www.faithfulcitizenship.org!
Copyright © 2012, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Cardinal Donald Wuerl, “Civil Discourse: Speaking
Truth in Love,” © 2011, Archdiocese of Washington. Used with Permission. All rights reserved. Quote from the Catechism
of the Catholic Church, second edition, copyright © 2000, Libreria Editrice Vaticana-United States Conference of Catholic
Bishops, Washington, D.C. Used with permission. All rights reserved. This text may be reproduced in whole or in part
without alteration for nonprofit educational use, provided such reprints are not sold and include this notice.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! COMING SOON!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2012
After the 11:30 AM Mass, which will be celebrated in the Church
Fried Chicken, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, and Drinks will be provided
Parishioners are asked to bring side dishes such as veggies, fruits, starches, or desserts in
DISPOSABLE containers
The Mass schedule for Sun, Sept 9th
, will remain the same.
Masses will be at 7:15 am, 9:00 am & 11:30 am
9:30 – 11:30 a.m. OR 7 – 9 p.m. (Parish Center)
Cost: $25 per study guide
• Discover a rich school of prayer for all life's circumstances.
• Experience the transforming power of the responsorial psalms in the Mass. • Learn how to visualize the psalms in order to empower their meditation.
• Study the many ways the Psalms foretell the life and mission of Jesus.
• See how the Psalms can empower your prayer to become an honest and personal
dialogue with God.
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Name: Email:
Phone: Amount Enclosed:
Class Selection: q Mornings / 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. q Evenings / 7 – 9 p.m.
Make checks payable to: St. Peter Church
Mail registration to: Carolyn Nolan, P. O. Box 278, Libertytown, MD 21762
The School of Prayer
PRAISE CHOIR: Bernadette Hanson is forming a new group to sing once a month at the Sat. evening Mass. The age level is 14 and up. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Bernadette by email at [email protected] or by phone at 301-865-3371. YOUTH BELL CHOIR: Margaret Stack, director of Youth Hand Bells, has 3 openings for ringers in the Hand Bell choir. Interested participants should be in 5th grade or older and will rehearse on Wednesdays from 3:30pm until 5:00pm. The first rehearsal will be Wed., Sept. 19th. Please contact Margaret Stack at 301-865-1349 to sign up for this beautiful ministry. ADULT CHOIR - WE NEED MEN! The Adult Choir is looking for a few (or more!) good men to sing in the choir. We sing every other 9:00am Mass (some 11:30 Masses) on Sundays. If you feel called to this ministry, please contact Sherri Slattery at [email protected] as soon as possible. CHORISTERS: All children between 8 years old (3rd grade) and 8th grade are invited to sign up & sing with the Choristers. This choir sings at several Sunday Masses throughout the year and at Christmas & Easter. To sign up, please find & fill out the flyer in the display rack in the Narthex. Call Judy Smarsh, 301-845-2698 with questions. ENSEMBLE: NEED MALE AND FEMALE SINGERS: If you can carry a tune, we have a place for you. We are the Ensemble and enjoy harmonizing together. We practice every Wednesday and sing every other 9:00 am mass and some 11:30 am masses on Sundays. If you are interested in singing with us, contact Don or Carol Pressimone at 443-340-0377. US POVERTY IS APPROACHING RECORD LEVELS . Families with children are the fastest-growing segment of the homeless population in the United States. What is life like for those families? On Thurs, Aug 30th, at 7 pm in the Parish Center, we will begin a program called Just Neighbors which will help us to walk in the shoes of our neighbors trapped in poverty & find ways to help them. For further info call Harry Ford 301-845-4301 or e-mail [email protected]. Cost will be a donation to the social ministry funds. FREDERICK COUNTY RIGHT 2 LIFE: is having a Banquet Dinner Benefit on Friday, Sept 14th at Dutch’s Daughter, cash bar at 6 pm followed by dinner at 6:30 pm. Cost is $35 per ticket. For tickets call Joanne Tansey (301-662-0471) or Dolores Gebus (301-695-3408). LADIES’ CLUB SEPTEMBER MEETING, will be on the 1st Fri of the month, Sept 7th at 10 am in the Parish Center. The Ladies Club will be having a Bake Sale at the Parish Auction on Sat, Sept 15th. Donations of Baked Goods will be gratefully accepted! KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 13290 : Meetings – Aug 28th - Chapter of Grand Knights at 8 pm…Programs - Family dance - Sept.1st, Tootsie Roll Program, Car Raffle Ticket Sale – do not forget to turn yours in! Sept. 9th - Parish Picnic - we need workers for the youth games, funnel cake stand & snow cone machine. Contact Bob Droter at 301 865 4565 or by e-mail…Baby Bottle Campaign - Beginning Sept 8th, the Knights will be handing out bottles after the Masses, to be filled with change, cash or checks. Once filled, they can be returned to any Knight after the Masses. All proceeds will go to Gabriel network (www.gabrielnetwork.org). Any questions, please contact Mike
Jacobs, [email protected] or (301) 471-270...Membership - Bring a friend to the social meeting on September 4th, 7:30 pm
PARISH NURSE NOTES: Teens & Sleep – As school starts for the year, it is a good time to encourage your teen to develop good sleep habits. Numerous studies have spoken of how sleep deprived many teens are. Some tips for getting enough sleep include: Be active during the day, Set a normal time to go to bed, Have a tech free zone in the bedroom – no TV, cell phone so that you can wind down, Leave the stresses of your day with God so you can get a good night’s sleep. You need to get enough sleep so that you are at your best for the busy life you lead!
ST PETER’S ON FACEBOOK ! We know you “love” St. Peter’s but do you “like” us? Please visit St. Peter’s page on Facebook. It’s a great place to find out the latest information on activities and events at our parish or to share your favorite parish photos. Just visit www.facebook.com/StPeterLibertytownMD and “like” us! Have something you’d like to get posted? Contact Robyn Jacobs/Communication Committee at [email protected]
SHARE YOUR FAMILY FAITH AND TRADITIONS: Does your family do something special in the month of Sept for Back to School, Off to College/Armed Forces, participation in the County Fair or the end of summer that incorporates or enhances living out your Catholic faith? How about in October, in celebration of Mary, the Rosary or All Saints Day or in Nov incorporating All Souls Day or Thanksgiving? If so, would you like to share your family’s faith & traditions with St. Peter’s community in the new parish blog? If interested, please contact Sheila Gorman @ [email protected] or 240.338.0811 (in the evenings) and let’s talk.
ST JOHN REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL : Looking for something fun to do with your Tot this Fall? Story Time for 2, 3 & 4 year olds with STEM activity, craft & activity from 8:25 to 9:30 am on the second Monday of every month during the school year. Refreshments follow! Program is free & open to the community. Children must be accompanied by a parent…15th Annual Monsignor Echel Memorial Golf Tournament. Mark your calendars now so you don't miss out on the fun just 5 weeks after the 2012 school year begins. Mon, Oct 1st, PB Dye Golf Course, Ijamsville, To register or for more info visitwww.sjrc.org or contact Sheila Evers, 301-662-6722 or email [email protected].
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY a Catholic elementary & middle school serving PreK3 - 8th grade, is NOW accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year. Interested & prospective families please contact us at [email protected] or 301-874-9014 for more info.
THE VISITATION ACADEMY : the only all-girls PreK3 – 8th grade Catholic school in Frederick County is now accepting applications for all grades for the 2012-2013 academic year. Visit our web site at www.thevisitationacademy.org for info.
MOTHER SETON SCHOOL: Friday, September 7- Opening School Mass . Mother Seton School invites you to celebrate the beginning of the school year with our opening school mass. 10:15 am at Mother Seton School. All are invited. Info: 301-447-3161 or www.mothersetonschool.org.
