St. Peter Catholic Church

Catholic Church
Pastor ......................... Reverend Monsignor John M. Costello
Associate Pastor ..................... Reverend Michael J. Esswein
Senior Priest in Residence ........................................................................................
..................................... Reverend Monsignor Gregory L. Schmidt
Deacons ................................................................................. Deacon Joseph Sulze
(Retired)
PARISH STAFF
Deacon Jimmy Broyles
Deacon John Komotos
School Principal................................................................................... John Freitag
Assistant
School Principal........................................................................................ Mary Rath
Director of Adult
Faith Formation ................................................................................... Linda Doyle
Director of Elementary
Faith Formation ...................................................... Janice M. Hartmann
Business Manager ..................................................................................Larry Pfile
Liturgical Music Coordinator
Carol Bauer
Director of Youth Ministry ................................... Robby Francis
St. Peter Mission Statement
Built on the rock of St. Peter, the Apostle of faith,
love and forgiveness, we are a Catholic parish
dedicated to live, witness and proclaim the good
news of Christ through worship, education and
loving service to each other and our community.

Visit us on the Internet at
www.stpeterkirkwood.org
or send your comments to:
parishsitemanager@stpeterkirkwood.org
Sacrament of Baptism
Please call the Rectory (966-8600) for details
regarding participation in the preparation program.
We encourage expectant parents to make
arrangements for the preparation program at least a
few months prior to the birth of their child.
Sacrament of Marriage
Please contact the rectory for details regarding
the preparation program. In accordance with
Archdiocesan policy, couples should contact a
member of the parish clergy at least six months
prior to their proposed wedding date.
Holy Orders and Consecrated (Religious) Life
If interested, please call the parish rectory or the
Archdiocesan Office of Vocations at 792-6460
Rectory/Parish Office
243 West Argonne Drive
Saint Louis, Missouri 63122
966-8600 (Phone)
966-5721 (Fax)
Saint Peter Elementary School
Pre-K thru Eighth Grade
215 North Clay
Saint Louis, Missouri 63122
821-0460
Offices of Faith Formation
Linda Doyle, 822-1347, ext. 3001
Parish School of Religion
Jan Hartmann, 822-1347, ext. 3004
Office of Youth Ministry
Robby Francis, Director of Youth Ministry
822-1347, ext. 3003
Office of Music Ministry
Carol Bauer, Liturgical Music Coordinator
822-1347, ext. 3005
Pastoral Council
Mr. Bill Carmody, Chairperson 984-0534
Mrs. Sue McAtee, Vice Chairperson 965-5203
Mrs. Patty Boyd, Secretary 966-3835
Finance Commission
Mrs. Marie Appelbaum, Chairperson 966-1053
Mrs. Diane Hadler, Vice-Chairperson 822-0422
St. Vincent de Paul Society
314-289-6101 Ext. 2220 (Voice Mail)
Calendar Coordinator
Cathy Herrmann, 822-1347, ext. 3002
Parish Center
821-6219
Bulletin Deadline!!
Articles intended for publication in the Bulletin must be
submitted to the rectory by Monday, at 3:OOPM for the
following Sunday’s Bulletin. All announcements must be
in writing with a name and telephone number attached.
Please remember St. Peter Catholic Church in your will.
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YEAR OF PRAYER
ST. PETER PARISH PRAYER
Lord, thank you for the rich history you have
bestowed on our family of St. Peter in Kirkwood.
Blessed by your grace, we ask that you be present
in our parish today. Guide us as we celebrate our
gifts through worship, education and loving service.
Holy Spirit, create within us a vision for the future that
we live, witness and proclaim the good news of Christ.
Amen
Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday: 5:OOPM (Satisfies Sunday obligation)
Sunday: 7:30AM, 9:OOAM, 11:OOAM and 6:OOPM
Weekday Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday: 6:45AM & 8:15AM
Saturday: 8:15AM
Holy Day Mass Schedule
Consult the bulletin for Mass times
http://www.stpeterkirkwood.org
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday: 3:45 to 4:45PM or by appointment
Eucharistic Adoration
Monday - Friday, 6:00AM to 10:00PM
St. Angela Merici Chapel in Ursuline Hall
adjacent to the Church building
For more information or to sign up for a weekly
Holy Hour of prayer contact
Kathy Fotouhi at 821-4347
Baptism
Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday of the month at 12:30PM.
Parents are expected to participate in a Baptismal Preparation
Program. Please call the rectory to arrange for
the Baptismal Preparation Program and a date for Baptism.
Weekly Anointing and Prayer
After the 9:OOAM Mass each Sunday, we will celebrate
the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, for anyone
who has the need to receive this sacrament. This is meant
to include such concerns as upcoming diagnostic tests,
limitations of aging, anxiety, depression, undue stress,
addiction, etc. for all ages.
Please gather in the pews at the front of church
and the priest will be with you approximately
10 minutes after Mass is over.

Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time August 21, 2011
The Ambry…things of the church
The word ambry is derived from the Latin amarium (cupboard
or chest) and signifies the place where the vessels of oil used in
celebrating sacraments are kept. These oils are blessed by the
archbishop at the Mass of Chrism celebrated during Holy Week
and are brought to each parish church for the various rites of
anointing. The three oils signify the universal charisms of the
Church for initiating (oil of catechumens), healing (oil of the
sick) and consecrating (chrism).
As early as the sixth century, ambries were used to hold
consecrated communion bread as well as the oils, and were often
located in the base of the altar. By the thirteenth century,
separate locked ambries were used for the Eucharist only. This
was an accepted practice by the sixteenth century, when this
separate container was called a tabernacle. In the meantime,
smaller amounts of the oils were stored in the sacristy, or in a
simple wall niche or recessed cupboard known as an ambry.
As with all other vessels used in the liturgy today, the vessels for
the oils should be of a quality and design that speak of the
importance of the ritual actions. The vessels should hold an
ample supply of the oils, thus symbolizing the generosity of
God’s gift. The gestures of anointing can be performed with
similar generosity of touch. The display of beautiful vessels
reminds the community of the reverence it gives to its members
as they are welcomed in baptism, confirmed in the spirit, and
anointed in their illness. To be anointed is to participate in an
ancient biblical and ecclesial rite of blessing, and to enter into
the mission of Jesus Christ, the anointed one of God.
The tabernacle…the things of the church…again
The word tabernacle derives from the Latin tabernaculum
(tent), and recalls the Jewish “meeting tent,” which housed the
ark of the covenant and thus embodied the presence of God
among the people. In Catholic churches today, the tabernacle
houses communion bread ( the Body of Christ) that has been
consecrated at the liturgy of the Eucharist, the Mass. The
practice of reserving the Eucharist dates back in some places to
the earliest days. In the second century, a small amount of
consecrated communion bread was placed in an ambry or a pyx,
often shaped like a casket or a dove. This vessel was small
enough to be carried to the homes of those who were unable to
attend the community’s Eucharist. This was the only reason for
reservation. Devotion to the reserved Eucharist grew during the
Middle Ages when the reception of communion declined. By
the sixteenth century, the custom of a fixed container for the
reserved Eucharist – the tabernacle as part of the main altar –
was in place; in 1614 it became prescribed practice for most
places.
The normative guidelines of the Church today indicate that the
tabernacle be placed elsewhere than on the altar, and never on
the altar used for the liturgy. An appropriate setting would be
on a pillar, in a wall niche, on a freestanding table or pedestal
near the altar or even in a special chapel set apart from the main
sanctuary area. Such a setting lends itself for private devotion of
the faithful, too. The tabernacle in its modern setting still recalls
the ancient image of a house for the divine presence, and
reminds the assembly of those in the parish who are confined to
their households, waiting for the ministry of those who have
celebrated the Eucharist.
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The tabernacle is made of noble materials, giving it a quiet
dignity as a symbol of an ever-present God. A lamp burns nearby
in silent witness of this mystery of the real presence of our God.
Year of Prayer at St. Peter Parish…
How is the ACTS retreat run?
The retreat is run by your fellow St. Peter parishioners who have
themselves participated in an ACTS retreat. The men run the
men’s retreats and the women run the women’s retreats. The
team for the retreat spend approximately 13 -15 weeks prior to the
retreat preparing for it. They meet weekly and prepare spiritually
for the retreat. They handle all the planning and logistics for the
weekend retreat. During their weekly meetings they pray, prepare
the talks to be given on the weekend, and go over the practical
matters for the smooth running of the retreat itself, and socialize
with each other. By the time of the weekend itself, they have
formed a close bond with each other and model for the retreatants
the look and the feel of Christian community.
As of this writing the women’s ACTS retreat in September is
filled up. For the men’s ACTS retreat, September 29 th to October
2 nd there are still places available. So guys, give yourself a major
treat and sign up for the Men’s ACTS Retreat in September.
I promise you that you will not be disappointed or regret the
experience. It’s the blessing you have been waiting for…really.
Call Linda Doyle at Ursuline Hall, 822-1347 for more
information or for a registration form.
All of our ACTS retreats are at the Mercy Center in Frontenac.
The cost is $195 per person and begins (the men’s retreat) the
evening of Thursday, September 29 th and ends at the 11:00 am
Mass at St. Peter the following Sunday, October 2 nd . If cost is a
factor we can help you so please, don’t let money keep you from
a retreat.
School Bells ring at St. Peter School this week! We open this
Monday, August 22 nd , for the 148 th time. We are the oldest
parochial school in Kirkwood and this part of St. Louis
County, too. In addition, our Parish School of Religion opens
this week, and for the first time on a Tuesday, and with two
sessions.
May God bless all of our students, our teachers, and all of our
good parents who entrust their children to our care this year.
And may the Holy Spirit be our guide as we begin this new
year of grace called 2011- 2012.
Have a great week and I’ll see you in church!
Monsignor Jack
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REMEMBER YOUR LOVED ONES . . .
with a daily Mass intention. Stop by the rectory office to
schedule a date.
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, August 22
6:45AM Joan Flack
8:15AM Richard Jaudes
Tuesday, August 23
6:45AM Roshney Simon
8:15AM John Guignon
Wednesday, August 24
6:45AM Betty J. Wechling
8:15AM Lynn Hamer
Thursday, August 25
6:45AM Beumel Family
8:15AM John Lanig
Friday, August 26
6:45AM Roberta Prante
8:15AM Gregory Pappas
Saturday, August 27
8:15AM Susan Perry
5:00 PM Ron Zinkl
Sunday, August 28
7:30AM Betty J. Wechling
9:00AM Joan Flack
11:00AM People of St. Peter
6:00PM Lynn Hamer
MASS SERVERS
Saturday, August 27
5:00PM Albert Reinwart, Clare Reinwart,
Ashley James
Sunday, August 28
7:30AM Ricky Heinlein, Rachel Belloli,
Spencer Ott
9:00AM
11:00AM
6:00PM
Nathan Hoppe, Isaac Smith,
Kyle Rolfes
Jacob Williams, Emily Manion,
Anna Huisinga
Lucy Sidlo, Grace Starrs,
Clare Wojciechowski
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Scheduled Eucharistic Minister - August 27/28
Note: Shut-in visitors are indicated in parentheses ( )
Interested in being a Eucharistic Minister?
Call Bob & Trish Martin 821-3303
Saturday, August 27
5:00PM: M. Bender, M. E. Dick, M. Elli, A. Hennessey,
L. Hollabaugh, E. Jennings, L. Schrock,
S. Minowitz
Sunday, August 28
7:30AM: C. Behl, J. Collins, D. Connell, L. Flick, J. Shea,
Sr. M. Kleffner, B. Lauber, J. Sulze
9:00AM:
11:00AM:
6:00PM:
August 21, 2011
P. Ragland, M. Mahn, N. Mahn, Jo Metzger,
(D. Lauber), (J. Meady), (B. Nordmann),
(L. Pfile)
M. Schmit, S. Hartman, G. Iannotti, N. Iannotti,
(H. Bernsen), (K. Komotos), (R. Medley),
(S. Randall)
B. Biele, M. Blanchfield, M. Cadice, J. Enslin,
C. Henke, A. Hall, P. Jacober, G. Pfeffer
LECTORS
Time First Lector Second Lector
Saturday, August 27
5:00PM Jim Temme Maureen Wessels
Sunday, August 28
7:30AM Patrick Waldschmidt Martha Broyles
9:00AM Marla Kunz Randy Krone
11:00AM Paul Byorth Diane Cantwell
6:00PM Rob Thames Kathy Thames
SCHOOL LITURGY SCHEDULE
August 25 Saint Louis 8:15AM 1-8
August 31 St. Joseph of Arimathea &
Nicodemus 8:15AM 1-8
A REMINDER REGARDING SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Sr. Mary Jacqueline Pratt, OSU can be reached at 314-686-1781
or mj.pratt@att.net.
WELCOME VISITORS
We are happy you decided to worship with us today. Please
introduce yourself to Father following Mass in the Gathering
Area in the back of church. If you would like information about
registering as a new parish member please call Jay Ryan at 822-
1339 or contact the parish office (966-8600) for a registration
form.
The Welcoming Committee
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READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF AUGUST 21, 2011
Sunday: Is 22:19-23/Rom 11:33-36/Mt 16:13-20
Monday: 1 Thes 1:1-5, 8b-10/Mt 23:13-22
Tuesday: 1 Thes 2:1-8/Mt 23:23-26
Wednesday: Rv 21:9b-14/Jn 1:45-51
Thursday: 1 Thes 3:7-13/Mt 24:42-51
Friday: 1 Thes 4:1-8/Mt 25:1-13
Saturday: 1 Thes 4:9-11/Mt 25:14-30
Next Sunday: Jer 20:7-9/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21-27
©Liturgical Publications Inc

August 21, 2011
PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION
OPENING SESSIONS
TUESDAY AUGUST 23, 2011!
Tuesday, August 23rd marks the Opening Sessions of our
Parish School of Religion for 2010-11!
PARISH CENTER: Parents may pick up their family packets
with classroom assignments and other information in the Parish
Center (Gym) beginning at 4:30PM for Session 1 and 6:20PM for
Session 2. Parents are requested to accompany their children to
their classrooms. Parents will have the opportunity to meet the
catechists and aides and help your child get acquainted. After
this, the parents come to the cafeteria for a Parent General
Meeting: about 5:15PM for Session 1 and 7:00PM for Session 2.
The meeting will conclude in time to gather children at dismissal.
Session 1 dismisses at 6:00PM and Session 2 at 7:45PM.
Registered families should have received letters in the mail this
past week with session placement and information for the first
night.
Please contact Jan Hartmann, PSR Director, at St. Peter Ursuline
Hall (822-1347 Ext. 3004, jhartmann@stpeterkirkwood.org) with
questions or for further information.
Please pray for all our students and families in our journey of
faith this year!
TODAY, “Back to School”
Sunday . . .Sunday, August
21st from 9:00AM - 12:00
Noon in the Parish Center.
Parents can sign up to volunteer
at school, get their child’s class assignment, pick up uniforms and
school supplies, meet teachers and visit classrooms. Some
volunteer activities can be done at home, while others require
your help either on a daily, weekly or monthly basis. If you are
unable to sign-up to volunteer, you are required to pay $75.00
which helps to cover the cost of cafeteria and playground subs.
We look forward to meeting you on Sunday, August 21st.
ATTENTION ALL 8TH GRADE PARISHIONERS
YOU ARE INVITED TO COTILLION 2011
When: Sunday Evenings 6:45-8:30PM
September 4, 11, 18
October 2, 9,16
Where: St. Gerard Gym
Cost: $45.00 due August 21
Sign up at Back to School Sunday, Aug. 21 or contact Ginny
Nobel ginnynobel@gmail.com or Susie Schoelch
smscho@sbcglobal.net.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
REGISTRATION EXTENDED!
CATECHIST NEEDED!
St. Peter Sunday School (during the 9:00AM Mass) still has
spaces available for children 3 years old through Kindergarten.
Classes begin September 25, 2011. Registration forms are
located in the pamphlet rack of the gathering space, or contact
Cathy Herrmann or Jan Hartmann, 822-1347 at Ursuline Hall.
Middle school and high school aides are needed to help in the
classrooms. Contact Jan Hartmann for more information.
Thank You!
PAPER RECYCLING
The paper recycling bin has been moved to the
northwest end of the Adams Lot.
EARN AND LEARN OFFICE HOURS
THIS SUNDAY, AUGUST 21ST VISIT EARN AND LEARN
IN THE GYM AT BACK TO SCHOOL SUNDAY!!
Beginning Monday, August 22 ~
Monday & Wednesday 2:45-3:00PM
Tuesday 5:45-6:45PM
Thursday 8:00-9:30AM
Sunday 10:00-11:00AM
Remember to use Earn and Learn cards for school supplies! We
carry Walmart, Target, and Walgreens cards. There will be a
limited supply of Office Depot and Office Max cards. Fall sports
needs? We have Sports Authority and can order Dick’s Sporting
Goods cards as well.
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ST. PETER SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
ADVISORY BOARD
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Vice-President - Serves as liaison for PTO endorsed events
(Mornings with Mom, Donuts with Dad, Field Day, STP - Dash,
Annual Technology Fundraiser, Book Fair, St. Pat’s Luncheon
and others).
Liaison only - Committee Chairs plan and execute events, this
person is the liaison for PTO support and communication only.
Please call Traci Sembrot at 596-2416 for further details.
PTO Community Relations Chair - works closely with PTO
committee chairs and the PTO advisory board on written
communication for our newly developed website and promotional
materials. PTO meeting attendance is optional only. You may
need to attend sporadic meetings to assist in marketing but that is
up to you. Any parishioner (no need to have kids in the school) is
welcome. Volunteer with a friend. This is a great opportunity to
meet new people and utilize your writing skills. Please call Traci
Sembrot for further details (596-2416).
ASSISTANT VOLLEYBALL COACH NEEDED
An assistant Volleyball Coach is
needed for a St. Peter 6th grade girl
volleyball team. For more
information please contact Stacie
Kane, St. Peter Volleyball Director, at
314-973-7008 or
stacie.kane@stpsports.com

August 21, 2011
ACTS RETREAT
MEN’S WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 29 TH THROUGH OCTOBER 2, 2011
Registrations are being taken right now!
Please call 314-822-1347 or e-mail Linda Doyle at
ldoyle@stpeterkirkwood.org TODAY for more information
or to request a registration form.
ST. PETER YOUNG FAMILIES GROUP
Are you a parent with young children who'd like to meet more of
your peers? The St. Peter Young Families Group offers social,
spiritual and service activities for families with children under
school age. Visit www.stpeteryoungfamilies.com or e-mail
stpeteryoungfamilies@gmail.com to be added to our e-mail
distribution list for notification of upcoming events.
MUSIC MINISTRY AND CHOIR YEAR KICK-OFF
Thinking about joining the choir?
How about cantoring, ensemble, instrumental or other
musical ministry?
Would you like more information about how you can get
involved?
Come to the Music Ministry and Choir Year Kick-Off and BBQ.
Place: Dan & Sharon Imig,
1418 Neffwold Lane
(across from St. Louis Community College at Meramec)
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Time: 6:00PM to 9:00PM
RSVP to: Carol Bauer, Liturgical Music Director
822-1347 x.3005 or cbauer@stpeterkirkwood.org
Our next monthly rosary is
Monday, August 22nd
The Parish Library In
Ursuline Hall
Have you ever wanted to say
the rosary as a family but just thought your kids were too little or
would not pay attention? Maybe you don't even remember how
to say the rosary but might if you were reminded. The Young
Families group at St. Peter Parish has decided to make saying the
rosary a true family event! We will meet in the Parish Library
in Ursuline Hall the 4th Monday of each month from 6:30-
7:00PM and say the rosary for a special intention. All you need
to bring is a rosary and your family. There is no need to worry
that your kids might be loud or not pay attention, all will add to
the overall meaningful prayer our families can offer.
ST. PETER YOUNG FAMILIES WINE & CHEESE SOCIAL
Young Families is hosting our annual Wine & Cheese Social
again this year on Saturday, August 27, 2011 following the 5 pm
mass. The event will be held in the cafeteria and babysitting will
be available in the gym. Please RSVP for this event through the
E-vite you received or to stpeteryoungfamilies@gmail.com to be
sure we have enough food and babysitting!! Hope to see you
there!
As always we continue to pray the rosary in the Parish Library in
Ursuline Hall. Join us tomorrow on August 22 at 6:30PM. No
one is too small, too active, or too noisy!!
Coming Soon: Monthly Playdates!! Look for more information
in September. Like us on Facebook (St. Peter Young Families) to
get the most recent updates on our group.
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PARISH LIBRARY NEWS
Beginning this month our parish library, located in Ursuline Hall,
will be open on the third Sunday of each month after all of the
morning Masses. We will also have books available for check
out in the gathering space.
NEW BOOKS:
Heaven Is For Real by Todd Burpo. This is a little boy’s
astounding story of his trip to heaven and back. This book will
forever change the way you think of eternity. You’ll find it in
section “Z” of the library.
The First Paul by Marcus Borg & John D. Crossan. Meet Paul
again for the first time. In this book Paul is situated in his firstcentury
context and portrayed as a revolutionary who chose the
way of Jesus as a countercultural alternative over the way of the
Roman Empire. Very interesting!! Found in the section “C” of
the library .
Left To Tell by Immaculee Ilibagiza with Steve Erwin. The
author lost most of her family during the 1994 genocide in
Rwanda. Four years later, she emigrated to the U.S. and began
working at the U.N. in New York City. In 2007 she established
the Left to Tell Charitable Fund, which helps support Rwandan
Orphans.
The Third Testament by John Eklund. This is a novel about a
widower, a professor at a small Catholic College, who has a
dream telling him that he has been chosen by God to record the
next testament of the Bible. His entire world is turned upside
down when he is served a summons and then finds out his
daughter’s health is in jeopardy. Fred finds that writing is his
only solace. And so he creates a treasure for all Christians.
These are just some of the books we will have on display on
August 21st.

August 21, 2011
Did you know there are 10,000 kids in foster care in
Missouri?
Did you know about 1400 of those children are in need of an
adoptive family?
Is God calling you to help care for the "orphans" in our
community?
One Heart Family Ministries can help answer your questions
about being a foster or adoptive family and will help guide you
through the training and licensing process. The next round of the
required 9 week training course will begin on Sept. 20, 2011.
Please contact One Heart by Aug. 8 to request an application to
enroll in this class. Call 314-835-1690 or email Emily at
emilyn@ohfm.org
AUDITIONS FOR THE YOUNG CATHOLIC MUSICIANS . . .
will be held during August in preparation for its 38th year of
service to the church. These young people (aged 10-17) represent
over 50 parishes and schools in the St. Louis area. They learn
quality liturgical music and lead the music for Mass once each
month at different parishes. Singers, and instrumentalist (Brass,
Woodwinds, Strings, and Rhythm) call Fr. Bruce Forman
(314-231-7464) or Mrs. Mary Smith (314-962-9260) for
additional information and to schedule an audition. Visit our web
page at www.archstl.org/musicians.
Please remember the deceased and their loved ones in your
prayers:
Charles Shell, husband of Emma Shell,
father of Charles, Jr., Bill and Anthoine Shell.
Herbert (Butch) Mortland, brother of Alice O’Brien.
STS. TERESA & BRIDGET FOOD PANTRY
“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.”
Mother Teresa
St. Peter parish donated 1,190 cans and boxes of food to
Sts. Teresa & Bridget food pantry. We have made a big
difference for those that are hungry. Please donate cans that are
no larger than 30oz, anything larger is difficult to carry for all of
us.
Next delivery date is SEPTEMBER 19th, see you then.
Thank You
DROP OFF LOCATION: Candy and John Behl, 319 East
Adams, Kirkwood (block and a half east of the YMCA). Please
donate cans that are no larger than 30 ounces, anything larger is
difficult for us to carry.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Candy and John Behl 965-3390
For those of you who are not aware of why and how this food
pantry collection got started please read below:
When visiting with Fr. Gary Meier, former associate at St. Peter,
now pastor of Sts. Teresa & Bridget (located on Grand & N.
Market, St. Louis City), he explained how his parish and
community are in great need. They have a food pantry that serves
their area, open one day a week for 3 hours. Even though another
county parish supplies canned goods once a month, the high
demand keeps their shelves bare. They have had to reduce what
they're able to give to those who come for help to a bag that holds
just enough food for 2 meals.
THIS IS WHERE WE COME IN. By collecting canned goods
MONTHLY we can help make other peoples' lives better and
respond to Jesus' call to feed Him when He is hungry.
Donations are delivered on the 3rd Monday of every month.
Please bring canned food in plastic bags about 4 days prior to
the monthly delivery date (3rd Monday each month) to our
home, placing it on the front porch. A list of items needed
and delivery dates is located in The Gathering Area in the
back of church.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Candy and John Behl....965-3390
ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK
SUMMIT PRODUCE
KIRKWOOD FARMERS’ MARKET
150 E. ARGONNE
(one block east of the train station)
314-984-9496
FARM FRESH
PLANTS PRODUCE EGGS
GRASS FED BEEF & BISON
JUICE BAKERY GOODS
PLEASE SUPPORT THOSE WHO
ADVERTISE IN OUR CHURCH BULLETIN!
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Spiritual Direction. . . Are you searching how to deepen your
relationship with God? Consider a companion to explore your
faith journey. Please call Mary Lou Bennett at 314-835-1189 or
email blessing101@live.com.
(2) Jessica Pfile and Tom Mahan

August 21, 2011
EXERCISE FOR ARTHRITIS - BEGINS SEPTEMBER 6TH
Come join this group exercise and education program designed
for those with arthritis and related diseases. Our goal is to reduce
pain and stiffness, and help maintain or improve mobility, muscle
strength, and function.
Classes are free and held at Kirkwood United Methodist Church,
201 West Adams, in room 110 from 1:00-2:00PM. This on-going
class meets every Tuesday. No Classes in August but resume
September 6, meeting every Tuesday from 1:00-2:00PM.
We will be sitting or standing for exercises. Wear comfortable
clothing and non-slip shoes. All abilities welcome.
Classes are sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Carol
Connolly, parish nurse, is the certified instructor.
Call 314-966-8167 if you have questions.
SILVER STREAKS EXERCISE PROGRAM AT ST. PETER…
Come join us on Wednesday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:00 PM in
Ursuline Hall in the Msgr. Deutschmann Room.
This is a good hour-long workout that isn’t too strenuous. It will
get you moving and keep those joints mobile. Silver Streaks is a
chair-based class to benefit people with arthritis, stiffness or who
just want to keep moving. Maybe you are looking for something
to get you started, to go with your walking program or to add
some variety. The program is designed to improve overall
flexibility, balance and strength. Try it, you will like it. Cost is
only $5.00 per session, payable on the day you attend. The
instructor, Holly Ohmes, is certified by the Arthritis Foundation.
For questions, please call 822-1347, Cathy Herrmann, Secretary.
PEACE IN MOTION . . .
Tai chi, qigong, mindful movement, and contemplative
movement are gentle forms of exercise and stress reduction that
improve balance, blood pressure, immunity and an overall sense
of well being. Each class ends with a guided meditation. Classes
are held Thursday mornings at 9:00AM in Ursuline Hall. Classes
are $5 per person per class, pay as you go, and led by Susan
Marting. Try it…you’ll be glad you did!
LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR . . .
The 2nd Annual Run/Walk to benefit the St. Louis Residence of
the Little Sisters of the Poor takes place on August 27, 2011 at
Carondelet Park at the Boat Pavilion. The event includes a 5K
competitive run and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Get your team
together to be part of the fun and support a great cause - helping
the Little Sisters care for our needy elderly. For more information
or to register online, visit www.getmeregistered.com/
littlesistersofthepoor, or contact the development office at
314-421-6022, or email dvstlouis@littlesistersofthepoor.org.
August 12, 2011
Annelise Marie Staskowski, daughter of Paul and Nicole
Staskowski.
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YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY SERIES
AUGUST SCHEDULE
These yoga classes provided by Optimal Lifestyles, Inc. will
build flexibility, strength, and balance. Learn stress management
techniques to quiet the mind, increase concentration, and build
body confidence.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring your yoga mat and any
props you have. This Hatha Yoga class is for all levels.
Date: Tuesdays: August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 5:30pm –6:30pm
The cost will be $25.00 for a five (5) week session.
Location: Msgr. Deutschmann Room
Scholarship money is available for those who need it. To
register, please drop by Ursuline Hall or call Cathy Herrmann at
314-822-1347. The $25.00 is due at the first session on August 2,
2011.
STROLLER BOOT CAMP
FRIENDS OF BIRTHRIGHT RUN/WALK
The St. Louis Friends of Birthright are holding their tenth annual
Run/Walk on Saturday, August 27, at Creve Coeur Park–
Tremayne Shelter. Check-in begins at 7:30AM, followed by a 6K
Race around the Lake and 1 Mile Fun Walk at 8:30AM, and a ¼
Mile Youth Run with FREDBIRD® at 9:15AM. You can register
as an individual or team at www.firstgiving.com/birthrightstl or
call 314-808-1845.
WOMAN'S PLACE . . .
is a safe and welcoming drop-in center serving adult women in
the entire Metro St. Louis area. We have a special concern for
women who are experiencing the effects of relationship violence,
offering crisis intervention, referral services and support groups.
There are no fees for services and appointments are not necessary.
We are supported entirely by donations, grants, and our ongoing
cell phone collections. Woman's Place is a 501(c)3 organization.
Come visit! 7372 Marietta Ave. Maplewood, MO 63143
FOR YOUR QUILTING NEEDS . . .
Rely on St. Peter Quilters. We do patchwork and
embroidered tops. If necessary, we can assemble
embroidered blocks into beautiful quilt tops. Also, baby
quilts for sale. For more information, call Theresa at 314-
821-8433.

August 21, 2011
St. Peter’s High School Youth Ministry will begin meeting every
Sunday from 7:00-8:30PM in the Deutschmann Room. All high
school teens are welcome to come hang out, pray and learn about
their faith. On Facebook? Join the group “St. Peter’s H.S. Youth
Ministry” to stay up to date with what’s going on in St. Peter’s
Youth Ministry. If you have any questions, you can reach Robby
Francis at rfrancis@stpeterkirkwood.org or 314-822-1347.
DONUT SUNDAY –THIS SUNDAY
Please join us in front of church after 9:00AM
Mass on August 21st for donuts, coffee and
juice! A special thanks to PSR for hosting this
month!
If your parish organization would like to host a Donut Sunday,
please contact the Young Families Group at
stpeteryoungfamilies@gmail.com
Saint Peter Parish
Buddy Blood Drive
Sunday, August 28 – 8:00am to 1:00pm
In the Parish Center
Sign up with, or bring a buddy to this next parish
blood drive, and you and your buddy will be entered
into a drawing for some fabulous prizes. I’m still
working with area merchants, but it looks like there
will be at least a couple of gift certificates for local
eateries!
For those who think they cannot donate, please ask
me about your situation. Many rules have changed,
and you may be eligible to donate now. So if you
want to donate, please ask!
Charles Lucier
Phone 314-304-1226
Email clucier@sbcglobal.net
You can sign up on line:
www.bloodcenterimpact.org
use sponsor code 9246
You may never know who gets your blood, but it’s
safe to say that, whoever does, is VERY thankful that
you did donate!
WHO IS THE 50+ COMMUNITY AT ST. PETERS?
We are 50 years or older.
We enjoy getting together with other St. Peter parishioners
who are age 50 or older.
What's required? A $10 annual membership fee - that's it!
If you would like to join, please call Charlene Henke, 966-4168,
or email Kay Komotos, kkomotos@gmail.com, or just come to
one of the meetings!
Below is a schedule of monthly meetings through December. In
future bulletins, you will see more information about the
meetings, as well as special day and overnight trips. If you have
any questions, please call or email Kay at 984-0054,
kkomotos@gmail.com. Please join us, you'll like us!
Meetings:
September Anniversary– Wednesday, 9/21/11: Catered Dinner
(more information below)
RSVP required - please call Charlene Henke, 966-4168, or email
Kay Komotos, kkomotos@gmail.com. Entertainment - Father
Deacon Doyle (Father Mike, Deacon John, Tom Doyle).
October – Wednesday, 10/19/11: Fall Festival Chili Cook-off
November – Wednesday, 11/16/11: Fair Trade Presentation;
Shop at the Plowshares gift table!
December – Tuesday, 12/13/11: Christmas Potluck, Christmas
Cookie bake-off. Entertainment - Larry Bommarito will tickle
the ivories in a Christmas carol sing-a-long!
50+ CLUB’S 19 TH ANNIVERSARY KICKOFF DINNER
Reminder -
get your reservations in for our 19th Anniversary Dinner
(reservations are required) to be held on Wednesday, September
21st in the Cafeteria of the Parish Center. The Dinner will again
be catered by Genesis and the cost is $15.00 per person. The
deadline for reservations is September 18th. The annual dues of
$10.00, that are due in September, can be included in your check
for the dinner. Make the check payable to 50 Plus Club and mail
to Charlene Henke, 439 N. Geyer Road, St Louis, Mo 63122.
Our new priest in residence, Fr. Greg, has agreed to be Spiritual
Advisor for our club and will be at the dinner/meeting to install
our officers. We will have a social starting at 5:30PM, dinner will
be at 6:15PM, followed by our business meeting and installation
of officers, and finishing with entertainment by that great trio,
Father Deacon Doyle… and perhaps a surprise guest!
We hope to see all of our loyal long-time members along with
some new faces. P.S. We’re planning a trip for October… stay
tuned for more details.
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL YOUTH CONFERENCE
TWENTY-AND-THIRTY-SOMETHINGS . . .The Society of St.
Vincent De Paul has a pool of young adult volunteers who assist
at the St. Vincent De Paul food pantry at Immaculate Conception
in Maplewood. Volunteers each sign up to work one Saturday per
month (the specific Saturday can change month to month) from
9:00-11:30AM. Due to turnover, we need to replenish the
volunteer pool. The pantry can very much use some extra hands.
If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please contact Bryan
Kirchoff at bryankirchoff@att.net or 314-640-4366.
KIRK CARE
Kirk Care is in need of volunteers to deliver food to clients. If
anyone is interested, please call Julie Balzer at 314-821-1302.
Kirk Care is also looking for volunteers to make home visits to
clients who are asking for assistance. Volunteers would go out in
twos and assess the situation to get a better understanding of the
need. If anyone is interested, please call Bob Starkey at
636-225-5623.
ST. GERARD COUPLES BRIDGE CLUB
The St. Gerard Couples Bridge Club is now forming for the
2011/2012 year. We play once a month from October to May on
the second Friday evening of the month. Any couple interested in
joining should call Judy or Jim Clement at 636-230-9616 for
information.
Please pray for the safety and well being of
the following loved ones of our parishioners
who have been called to military service:
Charles E. Williams II, US Army Warrant
Officer, Cpl. John R. Weber, III, USMC,
Major Matthew Kelly, Spc. Donald Robert Marschall, Jr., Michael
C. Wood, Army, Airman Joseph Sidlo,M/Sgt Don Haga, A/C
Christine Haga, 1 st Lt. Colin Moran, Army, Sgt. Erik Thompson,
Warrant Officer Alicia G. Mejia-Adkins, Sgt. 1 st Class Michael
Adkins, U.S. Army Capt. Nicholas Jablonski, USMC, Sgt. Mark
Nitz, USMC, USAF, Pfc. David Schmiedeskamp, Pvt. David Michael
Johnston, Capt. Mark Jackson, IV, Ltc. D. A. Sims II, US Army,
LCPL Peter Lucier and 2nd Lieut. Jeremy Reynolds, U.S. Army.
Prayer List: Please pray for the following parishioners
who are in need of God’s healing presence:
Dorothy Puleo, Liam Kocher, Agnes Droppelman, Jack Morris,
Joshua Beck, Bob Hutcheson, Mary Bauer, Mary Fuegner,
Colleen Barrett, Mary Brueggeman, Jim Felling, Dorothy
Friedrich, Olga Marden, Cornelia Schindler, Charlene Henke,
Scott Goddard, Stephanie Baer, Darrell LaChance, Christopher
Day, Addie Neal, Jesse Kinslow, Lou Harms, Peg Brady, Sally
Chenot, Mary Dykstra, Denise O’Rourke, Rev. Gerald Palcheck,
Wendel Folks, Mary McIntosh, Julie Simpson, Cameron Elias,
Dana Kras, Jane Dubois, Maggie Brennan, Jessica Colter, David
Shea, Patrick McNamara, Bill Walborn, Dr. James O’Rourke,
Virginia Saputo, Allen Chott, Donna Friskel, Crissy Carroll, Glenn
Shepperd, Mark Weidenbenner, Maizie & Darrell Roegner, Lillian
Klump, Michael H. Kopp, David Benson, Jeanne McCamish,
Jack Smith and Dennis Fogarty.
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MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
August 21, 2011
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"In biblical Hebrew, shekhinah is used to denote the
dwelling or settling presence of God, especially in the
Temple in Jerusalem, and also God's presence which
traveled with the people. In Roman Catholic
tradition, we reserve the Blessed Sacrament in a
tabernacle - God is present everywhere, yet specific
holy places are important. The tabernacle is a point
of permanent contact with the Sacred."
(from In the Presence, Joan Ridley, OSB)
The following Holy Hours are in need of an adorer:
Tuesday Noon
Wednesday 1:00PM
Thursday 3:00PM and 6:00PM
Friday 9:00AM
The following hours are in need of a partner:
Monday 8:00AM and 3:00PM
Tuesday 7:00AM, 2:00PM, 4:00PM & 7:00PM
Thursday 11:00AM, 8:00PM
Friday 6:00PM
Please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.
Some Items include:
Prescription eye glasses, sun glasses, several rosaries and other
religious items, umbrellas, miscellaneous clothing and children’s
books.
Lost & Found items are located in the Usher’s Room in the
Gathering Space in the back of church. Contact an usher for
assistance.
A Marriage Encounter weekend is 44 hours for married couples
to get away from jobs, or children, or chores, or phones and focus
only on each other. If you would like greater depth, growth and
enrichment in your relationship, register for a Marriage Encounter
weekend on either September 23-25 or December 2-4 in the St.
Louis area. Call or visit 314-469-7317 and www.stl-wwmr.org.
for more details.
TREASURE REPORT AT-A-GLANCE
“For the gifts and the call of God are irrevocable.”
Romans 11:29
God has a special mission in mind for each of us and He has
given us the gifts that we need to accomplish that mission. We
are called to be good stewards by using the gifts that God has
given us to do the work that God has planned for us alone. If we
deny our gifts or fail to use them as God calls us to use them, then
some part of God’s work will be left undone.
Offertory for August 14, 2011
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes 1,918
386 Envelopes Returned $24,198.
Loose Donations $1,239.