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. Diane Hadler, Chairperson 822-0422
Mr. Dave Patritti, Vice-Chairperson 835-1170
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-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time October 9, 2011
Praying the Mass Anew…
The New Translation of the Roman Missal
The day will be Sunday, November 27th, 2011. This day will
likely seem as any other Sunday. Faithful Catholics will rise
from sleep at their chosen times; each will carry out the normal
Sunday morning preparations for Mass, arriving at the parish
church at a fitting time. Some will enter a familiar pew, while
others sit in a place that is new to them. Some will open the
missalette or hymnal to preview the readings of this First
Sunday of Advent; others may simply pray in silence before
Mass. All will be as normal.
Mass will begin with a typical music selection, fitting for this
Advent morn. The priest and other ministers will process into
church, going to their proper places. Finally, the priest will lead
the people in the Sign of the Cross and greeting. All of a
sudden, an entire parish congregation, on hearing the priest greet
them with the words “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and
the love of God and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with
you all,” will respond “And with your spirit.” No longer will
the Sunday be merely routine; we will be praying the Mass
anew. The people‟s response, perhaps seeming unfamiliar or
odd at first, will begin the praying of the mass with words that
will likely include new musical settings for newly worded
hymns like “Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts,” and new
responses to such phrases as “Behold the Lamb of God, behold
him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those
called to the supper of the Lamb.” Everyone, aware of the
change, will be ready to respond “Lord, I am not worthy that
you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my
soul shall be healed.” Many will receive the Eucharist, aware
that is the same gift of Christ‟s Body and Blood as on the
previous Sunday, but with renewed understanding, as given
through the words themselves, of who it is that they receive and
how we are nourished in the offering of every Mass.
The given scene, while it may be a replica of every experience
to be had, serves as a means to begin answering the question
“why?” Some may recall the first time they prayed the Mass in
English. Others may have never known prayers for Mass other
than in English versions that have been prayed over the last 40
years. Some may be hesitant to accept what appears on the
surface as nothing more than change “for change sake.” Yet, all
deserve to know why such a change is happening, and why it is
happening now.
Translations Direct From the Latin…
These new prayer settings, the fruits of new English translations
of the venerable and time-honored Latin prayers for Mass, are
given as a further implementing of the use of the common or
“vernacular” languages in the liturgy of the Church. In the
1960‟s, the Second Vatican Council sought to reform the liturgy
of the Church so that all of the faithful would more easily and
fruitfully be able to enter into liturgical prayer, actually
participating in the saving mysteries of Christ with a greater
sense of prayer and deeper awareness of God‟s presence in the
rituals of the Church. An expression of this fruitful participation
envisioned at Vatican II was through the fitting use of the
common languages of peoples throughout the world. In addition
to using Latin, such opportunity for the use of vernacular was
set forth by the Council to aid the people in praying the Mass
with more complete understanding. For the last 40 years,
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English speaking countries have already prayed most, if not all of
the Mass parts in their own language, using English versions
translated from original Latin prayer texts. However, the work of
translating necessarily continues from generation to generation, as
language continues to evolve and change, and new words, with
more definite meaning come to be.
Currently, we have received a renewed and revised English
translation of these Latin prayers. Within this new translation,
specific goals and guidelines for translating prayers, as set forth
by the Church, have been more fully accomplished. This new
translation portrays in English the more literal meaning of the
Latin prayers, restoring words that convey the truths of faith more
properly, and reconnecting these texts more clearly to their
biblical sources and roots. In some cases, too, it is a more formal
or poetic style. While the learning of the new versions will take
time and practice, this learning process invites us to open our
minds and hearts to being renewed in the Catholic faith that we
have received and truly love, encouraging us to grow in
knowledge of the faith itself, deepening our love for God.
In the weeks ahead, pages like this one will be in my column,
both to explain the new versions of the prayers, and to give
answers to real questions and concerns as we prepare to pray the
Mass anew, beginning on that historic First Sunday of Advent,
November 27th, 2011. Each insert will seek to invite all of us to
go beyond simply knowing the new words to a deeper and more
complete understanding of the great gift of the Holy Mass.
As we begin this journey toward praying the Mass anew, may we
commend ourselves to the care of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
Mother of the Incarnate Word, who responded, “Let it be done to
me according to your word,” that Jesus Christ, the Word made
flesh, may lead us to love and understand the renewed words
through which we approach the Father in heaven at every Mass.
The Burning Question: Why is there a need for a new
translation?
Pope John Paul II issued the third edition of the Missale
Romanum (the Latin text of the Roman Missal) during the Jubilee
Year in 2000. This new edition included many new texts
requiring translation. In addition, the experience of the years after
the Second Vatican Council gave rise to a desire for more formal
and literal translations of the original texts from the Vatican
Council. Pope John Paul II, being a linguist, realized in his
travels and celebrating Holy Mass around the world, that some
language groups were not praying what the original Latin text
said. We all were not praying the same thing. He penned a
document entitled Liturgiam Authenticam where he expresses his
desire for greater unity with our words, with what we say and
pray within the Mass. He challenged each language group to
conform their translations more in line with the original Latin.
Latin, by the way, is still the official language of the Roman
Catholic Church.
This new translation will employ the best of what we have
learned about translation and liturgical language in two
generations of celebrating the Liturgy of the vernacular. It will
provide an opportunity to reflect more deeply on what we say and
pray and on the Eucharist itself.
It is October folks…truly Missouri‟s best month! Enjoy its
colors, its smells, its autumnal foods, and its incredible beauty.
And…I‟ll see you in church!
Monsignor Jack 1-3-5

October 9, 2011
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, October 10
6:45AM Anthony Burkemper
8:15AM Matthew & Leigh Nye
Tuesday, October 11
6:45AM John Polizzi
8:15AM Jack Smith
Wednesday, October 12
6:45AM Roshney Simon
8:15AM Eugene Coughlin
Thursday, October 13
6:45AM Dave Shepard
8:15AM Bruce Van Keuren
Friday, October 14
6:45AM Mary Molloy
8:15AM Charles Shell
Saturday, October 15
8:15AM St. Vincent de Paul Clients,
Donors & Members
5:00 PM The Book Family
Sunday, October 16
7:30AM Robert L. Tillman
9:00AM Dave Shepard
11:00AM People of St. Peter
6:00PM Dale McGowan
MASS SERVERS
Saturday, October 15
5:00PM Addie Jaudes, Haley Williams,
Chris Thornberry
Sunday, October 16
7:30AM Joe Bellon, Kate Bellon,
Annie Weldon
9:00AM
11:00AM
6:00PM
Annie Hovater, Stephen Hughes,
Ian Modde
Patrick Pence, Kelly McLaughlin,
Will Hebrank
Owen Luetkemeyer, Megan Schoelch,
Molly Greenley
DONUT SUNDAY
Join us after the 9:00AM Mass, Sunday,
October 16th for free donuts, coffee, and
juice!
Special thanks to
St. Peter School
for hosting this month!
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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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Scheduled Eucharistic Minister - October 15/16
Note: Shut-in visitors are indicated in parentheses ( )
Interested in being a Eucharistic Minister?
Call Bob & Trish Martin 821-3303
Saturday, October 15
5:00PM: L. Schrock, D. Imig, A. Spears, J. Temme,
R. Ross, P. Foerester, S. Imig, B. Hutcheson
Sunday, October 16
7:30AM: F. Johnston, M. Elli, L. Hackethal, C. Behl,
T. Martin, B. Martin, B. Lauber, R. Girard
9:00AM:
11:00AM:
6:00PM:
A. Smith, R. Zoellner, J. Jensen, G. Pfeffer,
(L. Etzkorn), (G. Prante), (M. Sabo),
(H. Bernsen)
R. Young, P. Byorth, D. Nockels, S. Dietz,
M. Schmit, (D. Reardon), (K. Komotos),
(M. Brown)
M. Triola, M. Mahn, S. Person, N. Mahn,
R. Gamble, M. A. Barber, K. Mannion. E. Triola
LECTORS
Time First Lector Second Lector
Saturday, October 15
5:00PM Rob Thames Kathy Thames
Sunday, October 16
7:30AM Bob Perry Marion Blanchfield
9:00AM Martha Broyles Jim Haas
11:00AM Mary Tichy Jim Einspanier
6:00PM Leeny Hoffmann Randy Krone
SCHOOL LITURGY SCHEDULE
October 11 Blessed John XXIII 8:15AM 1-8
October 18 St. Luke 8:15AM 1-5
October 19 St. John, Isaac &
Companions 8:15AM 6-7-8
October 26 Welcome K to Mass 8:15AM K-8
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 9, 2011
Sunday: Is 25:6-10a/Phil 4:12-14, 19-20/Mt 22:1-14
or 22:1-10
Monday: Rom 1:1-7/Lk 11:29-32
Tuesday: Rom 1:16-25/Lk 11:37-41
Wednesday: Rom 2:1-11/Lk 11:42-46
Thursday: Rom 3:21-30/Lk 11:47-54
Friday: Rom 4:1-8/Lk 12:1-7
Saturday: Rom 4:13, 16-18/Lk 12:8-12
Next Sunday: Is 45:1, 4-6/1 Thes 1:1-5b/Mt 22:15-21
©Liturgical Publications Inc
(2) Kathie Hubinger & Ryan Furtado

October 9, 2011
PARISH LIBRARY NEWS
Examples of books available for
checkout from your library:
If Jesus Were A Therapist: modern parables for
emotional and spiritual health
by Philip R. Hengen
A therapist is one who is dedicated to helping
people improve their lives. In 52 short chapters, Phil Hengen,
a deacon and a therapist, has Jesus telling modern
parables which Hengen uses to explain common sense
principles of emotional and spiritual health. Section Z
No One Cries the Wrong Way by Father Joe Kempf
This book is for those who have just lost a loved one
and those who are dealing with other losses. Father Joe
not only gives us a lot to think about, he lays out concrete
rituals that can help both individuals and groups, whether
children, young adults or adults. Section W
10 Best Gifts for Your Teen by Patt and Steve Saso
Combining Patt's expertise as a marriage and family
therapist with Steve's experience as a high school
educator, the Sasos share personal and professional
anecdotes in this dispatch from the parenting trenches,
detailing what adolescents want and need from their
parents. They stress that parents are the only ones who
can offer these ten gifts that make all the difference for
their teens. Section G
Successful Single Parenting by Gary Richmond
Trying to be a loving, nurturing parent while struggling
with finances, work, children‟s activities, and the need
for a social life is enough to drive even the most energetic
parent to the edge of frenzy. Richmond offers practical
ideas and suggestions to help you raise healthy, confident
children in a supportive, loving family atmosphere.
Section G
The Parish Library Book Club meets on the 3 rd Thursday
from3:00 to 4:30PM at the Library in Ursuline Hall. Our next
meeting will be October 20. The book is Coming by Susan
Marting, a parishioner and our guest.
We invite you to join us. Contact Carol Boeckmann at 821-1856
or crboeck2@yahoo.com.
Prayer List: Please pray for the following parishioners
who are in need of God‟s healing presence:
Mary Bauer, Mary Fuegner, Colleen Barrett, Mary Brueggeman,
Jim Felling, Dorothy Friedrich, Olga Marden, Cornelia Schindler,
Scott Goddard, Stephanie Baer, Darrell LaChance, Christopher
Day, Addie Neal, Jesse Kinslow, Peg Brady, Sally Chenot, Mary
Dykstra, Denise O‟Rourke, Julie Simpson, Cameron Elias, Dana
Kras, Jane Dubois, Maggie Brennan, Jessica Colter, Patrick
McNamara, Bill Walborn, Virginia Saputo, Donna Friskel, Crissy
Carroll, Glenn Shepperd, Mark Weidenbenner, Michael H. Kopp,
David Benson, Jeanne McCamish, Dorothy Meehan, Beverly Shortal
and Valerie Rauscher.
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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.
A huge thank you to all who donated items to the Haitian
Birthing Kit Project. We were able to collect many items that
were assembled into the kits last week. Your generosity is deeply
appreciated and many women and babies will be given the
opportunity to have a cleaner and safer delivery thanks to your
donations. Thank you!!!
Attention all families!! Beginning this weekend we are
starting something new at St. Peter Church on Sundays! Moms
and Dads please join us at the 9:00AM Mass with your children
and they can bring their own offertory contribution up to the altar.
Every week at the 9:00AM Mass, as soon as the song begins
during the offertory, your child may bring up any monetary
donation that they wish. Some may choose quarters and some
may bring up dollars...but all can participate! So, as you put your
envelope in the basket for your family still seated in your pew,
your child can walk up to the foot of the altar bringing with them
their special gift to offer to Jesus in thanksgiving for the many
gifts they have received each day! We welcome all children who
wish to participate. Ushers will assist your children as needed.
Please join us for our fourth annual
pumpkin decorating event following
the 9:00AM Mass on October 16th.
We will walk to the Kirkwood Farmer's
Market and purchase pumpkins to
decorate. All decorations will be provided
by the Young Families Group. We will
also provide light snacks for the kids
participating. This year we are adding a service component to
this event. Please bring a Halloween, non food item, stickers,
pencils, small Halloween related toys to donate to Ranken Jordan
Pediatric Rehabilitation Center. All donations will be brought to
the hospital by the Young Families Group to benefit the therapy
and child life services department. We thank everyone in
advance for participating in the fun as well as service component
of this event! Happy decorating!
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, LCPL Peter Lucier and 2nd Lieut. Jeremy
Reynolds, U.S. Army.

October 9, 2011
OCTOBER EVENTS:
Monday, October 10th is the
DEADLINE for Kimmswick
Riverboat ride this Thursday,
October 13th. If you want to sign-up please call Kay Komotos,
984-0054 or Charlene Henke 966-4168 by this Monday, October
10th!!
8:45AM - Leave from St. Peter Jefferson lot.
9:30AM - Board the Riverboat at the Arch.
10:00AM - Depart via Riverboat.
12:15PM - Kimmswick Arrival.
1:00PM - Lunch at the Blue Owl, shop and explore before
and after lunch!
3:30PM - Chartered Bus back to St. Louis.
Transportation to and from St. Louis riverfront provided! $75/
person - all inclusive!
NOTE: While visiting Kimmswick guests mush anticipate uneven
walking terrain such as stairs and graveled pathways. The
Cruise Line does not recommend this trip for anyone needing
wheelchair or walker assistance or those with significant physical
or heart conditions or limitations. Please wear comfortable
walking shoes for both safety and practicality. For questions
and/or concerns regarding this issue please contact the Cruise
Line call center at 1-877-982-1410.
Wednesday, October 19th: Chili Cook-off! So far we have 6
cooks making chili! Do you have a Chili recipe that your friends
love? Here‟s your chance to share your chili and possibly win a
prize! Please email Kay Komotos (kkomotos@gmail.com) by
Thursday, October 13th, if you want to have your chili
represented in the cook-off!!!
Friday, October 28: Crown Valley Winery Tour!
Deadline for sign-up is Monday, October 24th! Extra added
attraction: Fr. Greg will give us a tour of Ste. Genevieve
Catholic church located in downtown Ste. Genevieve! To signup,
please contact Kay Komotos (984-0054) or Charlene Henke
(966-4168) by Monday, October 24th.
A REMINDER REGARDING SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Sr. Mary Jacqueline Pratt, OSU can be reached at 314-686-1781
or mj.pratt@att.net.
St. Peter High School Youth Ministry will meet 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.
SPYM will be holding our Luke 18 retreat the weekend of
January 13-15, 2012. Any high school teen interested in helping
can pick up an application at Youth Group, by stopping at
Ursuline Hall, or you can request that one be sent via email.
All forms will be due by October 23 rd . Please contact Robby
Francis at rfrancis@stpeterkirkwood.org for more information.
EARN AND LEARN OFFICE HOURS
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.
Need Confirmation? (8th Graders only!)
If you are a St. Peter Parish 8 th grader attending a
private Catholic school, please contact Jan
Hartmann, Coordinator of Faith Formation, at
Ursuline Hall, 822-1347, Ext. 3004 or by email at
jhartmann@stpeterkirkwood.org. You will be
added to the list of Confirmation candidates to
receive mailings and information. The Sacrament of
Confirmation will be conferred at our parish on Thursday May 3,
2012. Preparatory meetings and activities will begin in late
November, and continue throughout the winter and spring.
Candidates are required to attend these sessions in order to be
prepared for the sacrament. Students attending St. Peter School
and PSR will receive information through their programs.
September 25, 2011
Liam Patrick Carter, son of Bret and Megan Carter.
Parker Joseph Heavey, son of Joseph and Jamie Heavey.
Benjamin Lynn Proffer, son of Justin and Jenny Proffer.
October 2, 2011
Caroline Heneghan Greenberg, son of Andrew Greenberg and
Maureen Jamieson.
Cecelia Jane McHugh, daughter of Thomas and Rebecca
McHugh.
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PAPER RECYCLING . . .
The paper recycling bin has been moved to the northwest end of
the Adams Lot.
ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK
#1 Agent Kirkwood Office
St. Peter parishioner since 1973
Carole Bernsen
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314-835-3909
visit www.carolebernsen.com
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Please support Those Who Advertise In Our Church Bulletin!

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October 9, 2011

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE NEEDS
WRITER AND A MARKETING PERSON
The Communications Committee needs an experienced writer to
write material for the new parish website. The committee is also
seeking a person with marketing/public relations experience to
help develop and promote a new parish program the committee is
creating. Contact Charlotte Rancilio at
crancilio76@sbcglobal.net or 314-965-8733.
STS. TERESA & BRIDGET FOOD PANTRY
“If you can‟t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.”
Mother Teresa
Next delivery date is MONDAY, OCTOBER 17TH
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
THE COMMUNITY FOR UNDERSTANDING AND HOPE IS
SPONSORING A . . .
Picnic in the Park
Sunday October 9th
4:00PM - 7:00PM
Kirkwood Park
Lions Pavilion
Pack your picnic basket, and join your Kirkwood neighbors for a
relaxing fall evening in the park! ALL are WELCOME! Enjoy
the fun music while dining or sipping a glass of your favorite
wine.
CFUH is providing the pavilion (with plenty of picnic tables),
music, & bottled water. Please bring your beverages, food, and a
chair, if you like.
Questions: contact Margaret or Bill 966-2160 cfuh.org
TREASURE REPORT AT-A-GLANCE
Therefore, I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken away
from you and given to a people that will produce its fruits.”
Matthew 21:43
Consider this week exactly what you are doing in your life to
produce fruit for the kingdom of God.
Offertory for September 25, 2011
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes 1,926
323 Envelopes Returned $20,881.
Loose Donations $1,656.
Offertory for October 2, 2011
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes 1,926
352 Envelopes Returned $21,158.
Loose Donations $1,418.
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October 9, 2011
WELCOME TO TGIF—TO GROW IN FAITH!
Traditionally, TGIF, or Mystagogy, is for all who just came into
the Church at the Easter Vigil last April. These once-a-month
sessions provide an opportunity to share in each other‟s spiritual
journey. However, this group is for all Catholics! 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! We will get started after 9:00AM Mass,
around 10:15AM and should be finished by 11:15AM.
Below is the Mystagogy schedule, as well as the topic to be
discussed on that Sunday, so you can put the dates in on your
calendar.
November 6th, 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Perseverance in
Prayer
December 4th, 2nd Sunday in Advent - Confession of Sins
January 8th, Epiphany - Universal Offer of Salvation
February 12th, 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time - The Sacrament of
the Anointing of the Sick
March 11th, 3rd Sunday of Lent - The Ten Commandments
April 15th, 2nd Sunday of Easter - Divine Mercy Sunday; The
Challenge of Peace
April 22nd, 3rd Sunday of Easter - Evangelization
April 29th, 4th Sunday of Easter - Trinity
If you have any questions, please contact Linda Doyle at
ldoyle@stpeterkirkwood.org or 314-822-1347 or Kay Komotos at
kkomotos@gmail.com or 314-984-0054.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
" „To be seen by Jesus is an experience of truth. Think of the
Samaritan woman at the well: "He told me all that I ever
did" (John 4:39)...Jesus' delight in us is not a vacuous affirmation:
it is our painful joy in being stripped of pretension, of stepping
into the light. In the presence of that face we discover who we
are.' We must dare to be exposed to his view, confident that he
will delight in us."
(Timothy Radcliffe, OP as quoted in In the Presence, Joan Ridley,
OSB)
Come, let us worship!
The following Holy Hours are in need of an adorer:
Monday 7:00PM
Thursday 3:00PM and 6:00PM
Friday 6:00AM and Noon
The following hours are in need of a partner:
Monday 8:00AM and 3:00PM
Tuesday 7:00AM, 2:00PM, 4:00PM & 7:00PM
Wednesday 9:00PM
Thursday 11:00AM and 8:00PM
Friday 6:00PM
Please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.

St. Peter First Tuesday Pro-Life Speaker Series
October 9, 2011
St. Peter Pro-Life Speaker Series
“Special Needs, Special Gifts”
By: Nancy Valko, R.N.
Join Nancy Valko, R.N. and the St. Peter Pro-Life Group for a discussion about the special gifts of people with special needs.
Nancy gave birth to a daughter with Down Syndrome and a serious heart defect, who passed away at the age of 5 months.
Nancy ‟s daughter taught her:
“That life isn‟t fair – to anyone. That self-pity can be an incapacitating disease. That God is better at directing my life
than I am. That there are more caring people in the world than I knew. That Down Syndrome is an inadequate description of a
person. That I am not „perfect‟ either, just human. That asking for help and support is not a sign of weakness. That every child
truly is a gift from God. That joy and pain can be equally deep. That you can never lose when you love. That every crisis
contains opportunity for growth. That every person has a special purpose in life. That I needed to worry less and celebrate
more.”
Join us to find out how children with special needs can change our lives for the better. Why does there seem to be a war
against children with disabilities? Why are so many special needs babies aborted and, most importantly, what can we do to
help? Come learn more about this topic and bring your questions, too!
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
St. Peter’s Deutschmann Room in Ursuline Hall
215 N. Clay, Kirkwood, Missouri
7:30-8:30pm
Followed by a short reception
SAVE THE DATE!!!!
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011
AT 7 PM IN THE CHURCH.
Msgr. Mc Cumber, Director of the Office of Worship
and
Sr. Cathy Doherty, Pastoral Associate
at Our Lady of Guadalupe
will provide us with an in depth overview of the new
translation of the Mass.
Please join us as they discuss the history and
development of the Roman Missal, Third Edition and
the specific changes that will be taking place on the First
Sunday of Advent.
Please watch the bulletin for more details!
PRO LIFE COMMITTEE
40 Days For Life, Fall, 2011 campaign
St. Peter Parish is signed up to staff 2 volunteers every hour,
peacefully standing vigil at Planned Parenthood Forest Park
facility (same location as last Spring) on Friday, October 21, from
7:00AM-1:00PM.
For more information, or to sign-up to stand vigil that morning,
please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.
If you can‟t participate on October 21, you may still sign-up as an
individual for any open hour during the campaign dates
(September 28-November 6) at www.40daysforlifestl.com.
Please pray and fast for an end to abortion and specifically for the
closing of our St. Louis Planned Parenthood facility. Each and
every prayer and sacrifice is very valuable and appreciated.
Thank you!
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.
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October 9, 2011
REVELATION
THE KINGDOM YET TO COME
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to come by Jeff Cavins
In this intriguing look at one of the most talked-about books in Scripture, Jeff Cavins explores Revelation to demonstrate how the
Kingdom established by Christ in His Church is intimately connected with the Kingdom of Heaven, especially through the celebration of
the Mass. You will discover how the Mass is really heaven on earth. You will also learn what all the mysterious figures and images of
Revelation represent, as well as what will happen during the Second Coming of Christ, what has already happened, and what is
happening now in salvation history.
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come has been granted the Imprimatur by Justin Cardinal Rigali, Archbishop of Philadelphia.
The Study Set by Jeff Cavins & Thomas Smith includes study questions guiding participants through their study with thoughtprovoking
questions about the Book of Revelation and related portions of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. East lesson is designed
to be followed by the corresponding talk from the DVD series.
Also included in the Study Set is the Revelation Key Card. This invaluable tool shows you the significance of the themes, numbers,
colors, and symbols in the book of Revelation.
Our 10-week study will begin at 9:00AM on Wednesday, October 19 at Ursuline Hall. Please call Betty Appelbaum (821-3971) or Josie
Bommarito (821-7929), if you would like to participate. Feel free to come the first week and see what you think.
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.
EXERCISE FOR ARTHRITIS
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 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.
YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY SERIES
OCTOBER 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: October 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
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.
Yoga and Meditation Retreat: October 20-21, 2011 at
Mercy Center. Contact Barb at 314-984-0592 for details.
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!
THE ANGELS ARE HERE
Fr. Gary, pastor of Sts. Teresa & Bridget parish has announced that ANGEL BAKED COOKIES are now being sold at the Kirkwood
SHOP „n SAVE grocery store on Manchester Road. Look for the big cookies packaged individually in Blue and Gold wrappers labeled
ANGEL BAKED COOKIES. Check out these websites: angelbakedcookies.org.Frgary.com
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