St. Peter Catholic Church

Catholic Church
Pastor ......................... Reverend Monsignor John M. Costello
Associate Pastor ..................... Reverend Michael J. Esswein
Deacons ................................................................................. Deacon Joseph Sulze
(Retired)
PARISH STAFF
Deacon Jimmy Broyles
Deacon Richard Renard
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 ................................................................................ Jim Gerdes
Liturgical Music Coordinator
Carol Bauer
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
Stephanie Rheinheimer, 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
Mr. Tim Figge, Chairperson 835-3533
Mrs. Marie Appelbaum, Vice-Chairperson 966-1053
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.
STEWARDSHIP
CALLED
TO
Give and it will be given to you.
(Luke 6:38)
SERVE
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have.
(Hebrews 13:16)
What Does God Want?
God simply wants you to be thankful for the gifts
and blessings of your life... and to reflect your gratitude
in your daily way of life. Think about what’s possible.
Listen to your heart. Challenge yourself to grow.
That’s what God wants.
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
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday: 3:45 to 4:45PM or by appointment
Eucharistic Adoration
Monday - Friday, 6:00AM to 10:00PM
Angela Merici Chapel in Ursuline Hall
adjacent to the Church building
Please call Peg Brady, 966-8333 or
Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347 for questions or
to sign up for a weekly Holy Hour of prayer.
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.
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Baptism of the Lord January 9, 2011
From Bethlehem to Jordan…
The feast of the Baptism of the Lord is the last day of the
Christmas season. At daily prayer this day, the Orthodox
churches pray:
Let us assemble in spirit, O Faithful,
at the streams of the Jordan
That we might behold
A great and mighty wonder.
We shall see the Creator of all
Made manifest
as he comes to be baptized.
Let us pass, O faithful,
from Bethlehem to Jordan.
For behold, the light
which came into the darkness
there begins to overcome the night.
Find out the date of your baptism. Ask a relative, or write to the
parish that baptized you. Write the date on the new calendar.
Celebrate the anniversary this year by participating in the
Eucharist. Spend some time reflecting on your Christian
mission - - your part in spreading God‟s love.
When Jesus was baptized, he came out of the water and heard a
heavenly voice say, “You are my beloved; with you I am well
pleased.” Listen for this voice today whenever you “come out
of the water” – the shower, the snow or rain, the swimming
pool, the sudsy kitchen sink. Glory in heaven and peace on
earth, now and forever! Alleluia! Amen!
The Newest Saint of January…
Saint Andre Bessette…January 6 th
He didn‟t die a martyr‟s death. He was too sickly, weak, and
awkward to do any work except as a porter. Yet, at his death in
1937, over a million pilgrims filed past his coffin. And
thousands upon thousands came to Montreal, Canada each year
to ask the intercession of Saint Joseph and St. Andre at the great
oratory built by the humble little porter of Notre Dame-du-Sacre
-Coeur.
Born near Montreal in 1845, Alfred Bessette was orphaned by
age twelve. He is the Church‟s newest saint, having been
canonized in Rome this past year. Although his frail condition
made it impossible to find gainful employment, his pastor,
seeing the intensity of his spiritual life, introduced him to the
Congregation of the Holy Cross.
In 1870, bearing a letter of recommendation from his pastor
stating, “I am sending you a saint,” Alfred asked to be accepted
into the novitiate. In the novitiate he finally learned to read.
Alfred eventually memorized long passages of scripture,
including all four gospel accounts of the passion of Christ.
However, his health remained so poor that he was only allowed
to make final vows in 1872 through the intervention of the
bishop of Montreal; he took the name Andre‟, after his pastor.
For most of his life, he served as porter of the College of Notre-
Dame-du-Sacre‟ Coeur in Cote-des Nieges, near Montreal. He
is quoted as saying: “At the end of my novitiate, my superiors
showed me the door, and I stayed there for forty years.”
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It soon became evident that Brother Andre‟ had been given
extraordinary gifts of healing and counseling. Countless are the
stories of healings told by students and visitors alike. Numbers
grew so large, so quickly that opposition to his ministry arose:
partly out of jealousy and skepticism and partly due to fears of
contagion among the masses of sick seeking his help.
Brother Andre‟s dream was to build a chapel dedicated to his
favorite saint, St. Joseph, as a spiritual center for those who came
for help. He eventually obtained permission to raise the money to
build on land on Mount Royal that the Congregation of the Holy
Cross had purchased in 1896. First, in 1904, came a small shelter,
15 by 18 feet. But by 1966 it had grown into a basilica.
On January 6, 1937, the sickly Brother Andre‟ died at the
advanced age of 91. Brother Andre‟s simplicity gives hope to
those who feel that a lowly state in life – whether physical,
financial, or educational – might limit their personal gift to the
world. In today‟s economy-driven culture, his life stands as a
counter-sign to those who would define power in terms of might
and economic prowess. We celebrate his memory each year on
January 6 th .
From the “Hooray and Halleluia” Department…
Recently it was brought to my attention that Matt Schoelch, a
junior at St. Louis University High School and the son of Suzie
and Rob Schoelch, was chosen from among all the students at
SLUH as the student that embodies what the Jesuits call “magis,”
which is a Jesuit phrase that refers to doing “more” for Christ and
for others, through thoughts, words and actions. Matt has been
recognized by the SLUH community because of his commitment
to do “more” for others on a regular basis, and not just when it is
convenient for him.
Since his freshman year, Matt has somehow found the time to
undertake a variety of service work amid an already busy
schedule. In addition he is on the honor roll and participates on
the golf team. He works at his family‟s business several days a
week and yet, despite all that, still assists with SLUH‟s service
projects such as “I Skate” which helps children with Downs
Syndrome to master ice skating and “Keen” which is a program
that provides kids with disabilities the opportunity to participate
in recreational activities in a safe and enjoyable environment. He
also helps out at the Sts. Peter and Paul Shelter in Soulard and
tutors students at Loyola Academy and Central Catholic twice a
month. And….this spring Matt plans on spending his Spring
Break with 40 other SLUH students helping others through
“Mission Appalachian”, a SLUH project to reach out to the poor
and needy in West Virginia.
Wow Matt! When do you sleep? Congratulations for being so
recognized by your SLUH community and keep up the good work
of living out your baptismal commitment of service above self.
Oh, and did I mention that Matt was a graduate from St. Peter
School, too, the Class of 2008! Matt, you make St. Peter proud.
With Christmas over we are now settling into the long winter.
Enjoy its finer moments like sharing a good meal by the
fireplace or in a cozy restaurant. Curling up with a good
book or watching a great movie while sitting in your favorite
chair or inviting some friends over for a night of cards or a
game and a dinner of stew or homemade soup. Oh, yes,
winter has its miserable moments but it isn’t all bad.
I’ll see you in church!
Monsignor Jack 1-3-5

REMEMBER YOUR LOVED ONES . . .
with a daily Mass intention. Stop by the rectory office to
schedule a date.
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, January 10
6:45AM Peter & Sarah Gaffney
8:15AM Nancy Ryan
Tuesday, January 11
6:45AM Florence Scheuer
8:15AM Margaret Phillips
January 9, 2011
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Scheduled Eucharistic Minister - January 15/16
Note: Shut-in visitors are indicated in parentheses ( )
Interested in being a Eucharistic Minister?
Call Bob or Trish Martin—314-821-3303
Saturday, January 15
5:00PM: R. Ross, A. Hennessey, S. Imig, B. Hutcheson,
K. Shreves, K. Uxa, P. Foerster, D. Imig
Sunday, January 16
7:30AM: R. Girard, J. Booth, T. Booth, B. Lauber,
C. Behl, M. Elli, L. Flick, K. Kelley
Wednesday, January 12
6:45AM David Johnston
8:15AM Loretta Flynn
Thursday, January 13
6:45AM John Polizzi
8:15AM Rosemarie Pope
Friday, January 14
6:45AM
8:15AM Dr. Bill Haynes
9:00AM:
11:00AM:
6:00PM:
G. Pfeffer, K. Mersmann, P. Ragland,
D. Cantwell, (B. Gosser), (D. Lauber),
(D. Reardon), (M. Sabo)
E. Rogers, D. Nockels, M. O‟Grady, R. Young,
(G. O‟Grady), (R. Medley), (D. Zoll),
(C. Pennington)
M. Cadice, K. Stillman, S. Randall, P. Jacober,
S. Person, C. Henke, M. A. Barber, L. Baebler
Saturday, January 15
8:15AM St. Vincent de Paul Clients, Donors
and Members
5:00 PM Carol Talarek
Sunday, January 16
7:30AM Loretta Flynn
9:00AM Tom Phillips
11:00AM People of St. Peter
6:00PM John Carl Powers
LECTORS
Time First Lector Second Lector
Saturday, January 15
5:00PM Bob Barrett Kay Renard
Sunday, January 16
7:30AM Roy Mueller Kathy Mannion
9:00AM Christy Ridenhour Matt Wilson
11:00AM Jim Einspanier Joan Felling
6:00PM
Leeny Hoffman
MASS SERVERS
Saturday, January 15
5:00PM Ian Modde, Joe Patritti,
Clare Wojciechowski
Sunday, January 16
7:30AM Ashley James, Molly Greenley,
Scott Villhard
9:00AM
11:00AM
6:00PM
Kelly McLaughlin, Anna McAtee,
Kyle Rolfes
Grace Rogers, Mary Claire Rintoul,
Edward Bottom
Albert Reinwart, Anna Hesse
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 9, 2011
Sunday: Is 42:1-4, 6-7/Acts 10:34-38/Mt 3:13-17
Monday: Heb 1:1-6/Mk 1:14-20
Tuesday: Heb 2:5-12/Mk 1:21-28
Wednesday: Heb 2:14-18/Mk 1:29-39
Thursday: Heb 3:7-14/Mk 1:40-45
Friday: Heb 4:1-5, 11/Mk 2:1-12
Saturday: Heb 4:12-16/Mk 2:13-17
Next Sunday: Is 49:3, 5-6/1 Cor 1:1-3/Jn 1:29-34
©Liturgical Publications Inc
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January 9, 2011
SCHOOL LITURGY SCHEDULE
January 12 Weekday 8:15AM 4-8
January 13 Weekday 8:15AM K-3
January 20 Weekday 8:15AM K-8
January 26 Weekday 8:15AM K-8
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.
EARN AND LEARN OFFICE HOURS
Monday, 6:30 - 7:30PM(when PSR is in session)
Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:00PM
Thursday, 8:15 - 9:30AM
Sunday, after 9:00AM Mass and before 11:00AM Mass
(approximately 10:00 - 10:55)
LUNCH AT KIRKWOOD HOUSE
Come join us for lunch. A good, nutritious meal is served each
weekday at Kirkwood House, 385 S. Taylor at 11:30AM. The
price is $3.25. Call 314-965-1002 to make your reservation and
to find out what will be served on the day that you plan to come
for lunch.
TREASURE REPORT AT-A-GLANCE
“Then they opened their treasures and offered him gifts of gold,
frankincense, and myrrh.” Matthew 2:11
The image of the Magi kneeling before the infant Jesus and
opening their treasure chests for Him is an image that we should
all try to embrace. Each of us is called to open our gifts before
Jesus, offering Him what He needs. We can remember that we
are called to share our gifts by keeping one of the Magi from our
Nativity set on our desk or dresser as a year-round reminder to
bring our gifts to Jesus.
CHRISTMAS FLOWERS
DONATED IN MEMORY OF:
David Jozwiak, Nellie Jozwiak, Cynthia Thomas, Henry A.
Stillman, Janet (Stillman) Meek, Marge Nockels, Russo Family,
Briggs Family, Lorraine Buehler, Joe and Catherine Kane, The
Ryan Family, Reilly Family, Reeves Family, Bates Family,
Bishop O‟Donnell, Anthony Barsi, Sr., Audrey Boyd, John A.
Solari, Sue Perry, Gene DeSalme, Agnes DeSalme, June
Kinslow, Janet Kinslow, Teiber Family, Briece and Grone
Family, Frank and Mary Moeller, John and Helen Howell, Bill
Shelley, Vincent Biedenstein, Dorothy Biedenstein, James Short,
Ernestine Short, Bud Hartrich, Jodie Hartrich, Forst Clan,
Usselman Family, Mills Family, Wittich Family, Robert A.
Fassel, Bill Powell, John A. Solari, Kristine Carr, G. Kelly Carr,
Mary Alice Doehring, Dorothy Zieroff, Rose Darpel, August
Rivituso, The Family and Friends of the Nestors and the Blinds,
Lucille N. Rowley, Edward M. Rowley, Atilio J. Arrillaga, John
T. Giles, The Sick and Suffering of St. Peter Parish, John Miller,
Joseph and Clara Pollard, Sue Perry, Nockels Family,
Gwazdauskas Family, D‟Antonio Family, Walter Dayhuff, Ollie
Hessel, Marie Hessel, Patrick M. Shea, Sandra Zanti, Graciela
Hartenback, D.L. McIntosh, Tom Phillips, Deacon Dick Hesse,
David Kelly Family, Chris Bina, Stephen Bina, Kenneth
Kennedy, Norma Kennedy, Carl and Theresa Zinkl, Carl Zinkl,
Jr., Albert and Victoria Schramm, Joe Zinkl, Sr., Patricia Ripley,
Jack Ripley, John Komotos, Julie Komotos, Marie Schopp,
Daniel O‟Sullivan, Alex Reynolds, Steven Reynolds, Jr., Patricia
Mohs, John A. Shaw, Sue Perry, L.C. Nichols, Joe and Marilynn
Preiss, John V. Kelly, Chester and Mary Davis, Paul T. Hartman,
Ruth and Herb Spring, Gerard Haenni, Elmer and Irene Kincaid,
John Dwyer, Steven Kustra, Weyerich Family, Devereaux
Family, Wally Lage, Lawrence Fangmeier, Joana Malone, Frank
Malone, Frank Sendobry, Rick Dobb, Deceased Members of the
Cejka Family, The McCloskey Families, Paul and Theresa
Douthit, Michael Douthit, Henry and Betty Dale, Julius and
Dorothy Meyer, Cindy Douthit, Alice Dale, Scott Douthit,
Jeannine Prost, Mary Jane and Frank Calvert, Leonard George
Wahlig, Leonard Otto Wahlig, Richard Lee Wahlig, Rosemary
Hagerty, Richard Hagerty, Mary Louise Dietzen, Richard and
Joseph Dietzen, George C. Rankey, Jr., Adolph and Eleanor
Cavanaugh, Fred and Anna Evers, Daniel J. Murphy, Bob
McMullen, Curt Weingartner, Lawrence Fangmeier, Maggie
Sachs, Jeanne Meesey, Louise Mattli, Joseph Funke, Linda and
John, Mary and Tim, Bud and Peggy Bruns, William Nicolson,
Dolores Nicolson, Katherine York, Joseph Corcoran and Glenn
Appelbaum.
Offertory for January 2, 2011
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes 1,922
366 Envelopes Returned $21,159.
Loose Donations $1,579.
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January 9, 2011
MYSTAGOGY SUNDAY!
10:15-11:15AM
ST. PETER LIBRARY IN URSULINE HALL
Traditionally, Mystagogy is for all who just came into the
Catholic Church at the Easter vigil. These once-a-month sessions
at St. Peter provides an opportunity to share in each other's
spiritual journey. Even if you have been a Catholic since birth,
you may feel called to be a part of this group.
We will share the Gospel message, ask questions, and listen to
each other. This can give us another opportunity to grow together
as one body in our faith!
Here is the Mystagogy schedule, as well as the topic to be
discussed for each month, so you can put the dates on your
calendar.
January 23:
3 rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - VOCATION
February 20:
7 th Sunday in Ordinary Time - UNIVERSAL CALL TO HOLINESS
March 20:
2 nd Sunday of Lent - CHRIST, OUR HOPE OF GLORY
May 1:
2 nd Sunday of Easter - FAITH
May 15:
4 th Sunday of Easter - JESUS, THE GOOD SHEPHERD
If you have any questions, please contact Linda Doyle (Director,
Adult Faith Formation) or Kay Komotos (314-984-0054).
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, Judy Collins, 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, Doris Templemeyer, 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, Charles Shell, Crissy Carroll and Glenn
Shepperd.
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, Pvt. 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, L.
Cpl. Mark Nitz, USMC, USAF, Pfc. David Schmiedeskamp, Pvt.
David Michael Johnston, Capt. Mark Jackson, IV and Ltc. D. A.
Sims II, US Army.
SPIRITUAL DIRECTION. . .
is an opportunity for those searching for deeper meaning in their
lives to meet regularly with a companion in faith. It is a
conversation to find their core relationship with God and what
God desires of them. Please call Mary Lou Bennett at 314-835-
1189 or email maryloubennett@hotmail.com.
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
January 2, 2011
Lucas Mark Grote, son of Michael & Gretchen Grote.
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The Welcoming Committee would like to announce the “New
Arrivals to our Parish Family” for December 2010. Let us
remember them in our prayers and aid them in catching that great
St. Peter Spirit we all know and love.
Tara Albert
Patrick & Laura Hartung
Rick & Chrissy Lawrence
Greg Schwab
Justin Haupt
Wes & Mary Kempfer
Patrick & Mary Leahy

January 9, 2011
invited:
RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!!
January….the holidays are over, it's
cold outside and Super Bowl Sunday is
still weeks away.
What to do for entertainment?
We've got just the thing!
The St. Peter Beyond Housing ministry
is sponsoring two special evenings
with our parish priests and you are
Dinner with Fr. Jack on Saturday, January 22, 6:30PM at the
home of Kay & Mike Hagan.
Dinner with Fr. Mike on Saturday, January 29, 6:30PM at the
home of Sally & Steve Reynolds.
Both evenings include a gourmet dinner, fine wine and other
beverages at a cost of $40 per person. All proceeds will go to
further the work of the St. Peter Beyond Housing ministry. Both
evenings will be limited to a small number of guests, so don't wait
- reserve your place now. Call Sally Reynolds at 314-966-5766
or e-mail salome.reynolds@gmail.com. Make checks payable to
St. Peter Beyond Housing Ministry.
We hope to see you there!
CYC BASEBALL/SOFTBALL/TRACK REGISTRATION
St. Peter Baseball/Softball and Track Registration for all grades
will open on-line on January 15th and will close on February
15th. Please visit www.stpsports.com to register your child. If
you have any questions, please contact Mark Prosperi
(mprosp1234@aol.com) or Dave Patritti
(david.patritti@gmail.com). For Track contact John Meeks at
johnmeeksstl@yahoo.com.
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.
St. Peter School News
“Conquer with Kindness”
Open House – Wednesday, February 2 nd from 9:00 a.m. to
10:30 a.m. Please come join us during Catholic Schools Week
for our in-session open house. This is open to everyone. If you
are considering St. Peter School come experience our Catholic
life and high academic and character standards. If you are a
current parent, come see your kids and teachers “in action”. If
you‟re a parishioner or alum, come say hello and visit.
St. Peter Students collect over 14,000 pencils for a school in
Uganda. We are happy to tell you that through the leadership of
student Nora Brooks and her 7 th grade class, St. Peter students
collected over 14,000 pencils for a school in Uganda. The
students heard about how joyful the Ugandan students were to
receive even a new pencil and they responded! 14,000 times
over!
We still need your recycling – If you have been supporting our
paper recycling we still need your donations. Paper recycling
produces about $1,500 a year for our school. We also need your
ink and toner cartridges. We turn the cartridges into Office
Depot who in turn gives us credit for office supplies.
Questions, feedback, input – feel free to always let us know: Mr.
John Freitag, Principal jfreitag@stpeterkirkwood.org 314-821-
0460 ext. 4121. P.S. – Please pray for us!
GREAT FOOD!
GREAT FUN!
DINE OUT FOR ST. PETER PARISH
SATURDAY, JANUARY 22!
Bring your friends and family and Dine Out for St. Peter at
The Highlands Restaurant on January 22 from 5:00-
9:00PM. 10% of your bill will be donated back to St. Peter
to benefit the newly forming ACTS retreat program.
Bring your friends and family – all are welcome!
January 22 nd from 5-9 pm
THE HIGHLANDS RESTAURANT
(105 EAST JEFFERSON)
www.highlandsbrewing.com
LIVE MUSIC, RAFFLE PRIZES AND MORE!
YOUNG FAMILIES GROUP
Our next monthly rosary -
Monday, January 24th
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 church 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.
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SAVE THE DATES
JANUARY 29TH, 30TH AND FEBRUARY 5TH
St. Peter 7th grade Girl Scout Troop #3303 are working on their
Silver Award. The troop will be collecting
gently used sports equipment and all types
of gently worn shoes. The scouts will be
collecting items after all Masses in the
gathering space. So, start the New Year with
a clean closet!! Any questions contact Mary
Sidlo at 314-835-9663.

January 9, 2011
This Sunday
January 9th
Come to the Annual
Spaghetti Dinner!
Hosted by Girl Scout Troop 98
When: Sunday January 9, 2011 5:00-7:30
Where: In the school cafeteria
Cost: $6 for Adults $4 for kids under 10
Why: To raise money for Troop 98
Dessert and drinks are also provided.
Come and enjoy
the food and fun!
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January 9, 2011
NEW HEAD USHER
Vic Frome has assumed the
responsibilities of Head Usher. Bill
Bommarito will continue to usher
at the 9:00 Mass on Sundays, but because of other commitments,
has requested that Vic assume the role of Head Usher. Vic has
the passion and the time to do a wonderful job and recognizes that
ushering is truly a ministry of our church. Ushering is not only a
wonderful ministry, it is quite enjoyable. Consider ushering as
part of your stewardship. Please contact Vic for any usher related
needs or if would like to volunteer as a permanent or part-time
usher: phone (314-965-7975), email (majfrome@swbell.net), or
mail (Victor J. Frome, Jr, 631 N. Geyer Rd. Kirkwood, MO
63122).
USHER SHORTAGE:
There is a shortage of ushers for the Sunday 7:30AM and 6:00PM
Masses. If you are interested in helping out as a permanent or
part-time usher for this service, please contact Vic Frome by
phone 314-965-7975 or email majfrome@swbell.net. St. Peter‟s
could use your assistance in filling these positions.
ST. LOUIS REVIEW SUBSCRIPTION 2011
YOUR FAITHFUL SOURCE FOR CATHOLIC NEWS
The St. Louis Review is the official newspaper of the
Archdiocese of St. Louis. For $23.00 a year, your weekly copy of
the Review will keep you in touch with the Church in St. Louis,
across the nation and around the world.
Please use the subscription renewal envelope in your envelope
packet (or write your check for $23.00 to the parish - mark it
„Review‟ - include your name and mailing address) and return it
in the Sunday collection.
ST. PATRICK CENTER FOR THE HOMELESS
Donations of snack items, water, juice, soda, cookies and
breakfast bars are always welcomed by the homeless.
Please drop off these items anytime it is convenient and leave
them on the porch. The program called Outreach distributes food
to the homeless living on the streets in St. Louis. We are located
at 330 West Madison, one block South and West of the Rectory.
Thank you to all those who faithfully support this program month
after month. Questions? call Jeanne Miller at 909-0112.
ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK
Lorenzo’s Trattoria
1933 Edwards
“On the Hill”
314-773-2223
Lunch Dinner
Please support those who advertise in our church bulletin!
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THE TRAVELING VOCATIONAL
CHALICE PROGRAM - TO PRAY FOR VOCATIONS
Many parishioners have signed up to take the chalice
home and display it in a place of honor, where it can be
noticed by all during the week. These parishioner (s)
will pray around the chalice every night for vocations to the
priesthood and religious life. Prayers for vocations will
accompany the chalice.
Listed below are the dates and the families who will be taking
home the Traveling Vocational Chalice after the Sunday
11:00 Mass during the month of January:
January 9
January 16
January 23
January 30
Dave Patritti Family
Bud Cavanaugh Family
John & Kay Strebeck
Mary Carol Schilli
If you are interested in signing up for a week please call Cheryl
Elder at 314-965-1573 for more information.
FR. GARY'S PANTRY NEEDS HELP!
THE NEXT DELIVERY WILL BE ON JANUARY 17TH
St Peter Church is a parish of givers. Our first year donating food
to Fr. Gary's parish food pantry has fed so many hungry people.
Our church delivered over 22,796 food items in 2010, we are
caring for those who are unable to provide for themselves.
Fr.Gary sent St. Peter a "Thank you for all that we do".
For those of you who are not aware of why and how this food
pantry collection got started please read below:
After 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.
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 to carry for all of us.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Candy and John Behl....965-3390

ADORATION . . .
COMMUNITY . . .
THEOLOGY . . .
SERVICE . . .
A C T S
ST. PETER ACTS RETREATS
MERCY RETREAT CENTER
Men's Weekend:
February 24-27, 2011
For more information or
to register for a retreat:
call Linda Doyle,
Ursuline Hall…822-1347
January 9, 2011
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Why not give yourself one of the best gifts
ever...time alone with the Word made flesh!
Come to pray in our Eucharistic Adoration Chapel in
Ursuline Hall!
The following Holy Hours are in need of an adorer:
Wednesdays - 9:00PM
Thursdays - 7:00AM 3:00PM 6:00PM
The following Holy Hours are in need of a partner:
Mondays - 8:00AM Tuesdays 7:00AM 7:00PM
Wednesdays - 7:00PM Fridays 6:00PM
For more information, please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.
YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY SERIES
JANUARY SCHEDULE
PLEASE NOTE:
NEW TIME, DAY AND LOCATION
FOR JANUARY!
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
Monday at 5:30PM and Thursday 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!
A REMINDER REGARDING SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Sr. Mary Jacqueline Pratt, OSU can be reached at 314-686-1781
or mj.pratt@att.net.
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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: January 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 5:30pm –6:30pm
The cost will be $20.00 for a four (4) week session.
Location: Msgr. Deutschmann Room-Ursuline Hall.
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 $20.00 is due at the first session on January
4, 2011.
STS. PETER AND PAUL SOUP KITCHEN
The volunteers for Sts. Peter and Paul in Soulard served 110
guests at an evening meal on January 3, 2011. Volunteers
included 15 servers, 16 cooks and 12 parishioners who provided
side items for the meal. A special thanks to Linda Doyle, Sally
Reynolds and Theresa Lynch who subbed for cooks unable to
help this month.
We will collect deodorant, toothpaste and bar soap for the men's
shelter at Sts. Peter and Paul and take them with us on February 3.
If you are able to donate, please drop off the toiletries at Mary
Raizman's home at 311 Weston Oaks Ct. and we will take them
down on Feb 3.
Interested volunteers can contact Mary at mraizman@charter.net.