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......................................................................................... Dan Bauer
Assistant
School Principal........................................................................................ Mary Rath
Director of Adult
Faith Formation ................................................................................... Linda Doyle
Director of Elementary
Faith Formation ...................................................... Janice M. Hartmann
Business Manager ................................................................................ Jim Gerdes
Parish Nurse ................................................................. Beverly Simmerman
Music Director .....................................................................................................................................
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
Parish Nurse Program
Beverly Simmerman, 822-1347, ext. 3005
Office of Music Ministry
Music Director, 966-8600, ext. 1022
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.
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STEWARDSHIP
TO CALLED SERVE
Give and it will be given to you.
(Luke 6:38)
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.

Third Sunday of Easter April 18, 2010
A HABIT OF THE
CATHOLIC HEART
Are we ready to say
grace?‖ Many
religious people
pause before they eat
and pray. Christians
do this also. The
English word we
have for this prayer is
―grace‖—the same
word we use to speak
of the way God’s
love is given to us
freely, given without
any earning it on our part.
―Grace‖ comes easily from a Latin word, gratia, a word
many know from the close Spanish word, gracias. This
simple word is trying to get hold of what is best in the
human spirit. It is that spontaneous ―thanks‖ that is our
response to a kindness, some good word or deed with
which another person blesses us.
So at table we say grace, we give thanks. Hunger brings
us back to the table—even when there’s no table at all—
and before we take nourishment, we go hungry a moment
longer while we give thanks.
What is done before eating is just one tiny moment of
what’s the deepest Catholic habit. We want ―grace‖ all
the time, morning and night, even in hard times. We are a
―thanks saying‖ people. It comes with the territory.
We’re shaped in giving thanks by the obligation we have
to gather at the church’s table every Sunday and make
the eucharistic, the thanks giving, prayer before we feast
on the body and blood of the Lord.
We’re baptized to be Christ’s body giving God thanks all
the days of our life, being the voice of creation whether
we feel like it or not, whether the times are good or awful
(thanks can leave lots of room for lament and even—just
pray the psalms—some cursing now and then). This is
no easy ―Hey, thanks a lot!‖ It is rather the total thanks
of those who have been shaped by Christ’s passion and
death in God’s merciful love for the world.
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COMMUNION
CALL
As early as the year
150, the martyr
Justin, in writing an
explanation of
Christian worship to
the Roman
authorities, described
the Sunday eucharist
pretty much as we
celebrate it today. At
the end of the
description, he notes
that ministers take the
eucharist from the Sunday assembly to those who were
unable to be present. Perhaps these included people who
were in prison for living according to the gospel, and
those whose work (Sunday was a work day back then)
kept them away. But almost certainly he meant the sick
and the infirm, and those who were otherwise
homebound. This is our ancient tradition: to love and
cherish and to keep connected with those members of
this community who cannot be with us on Sunday.
When illness or infirmity keeps you from the Sunday
assembly, ministers of communion will bring a word of
scripture and the body of Christ to you. Call the parish
office and we will set this up. The best time for this is
Sunday, when the minister can come straight from the
celebration of Mass. But other times can be arranged.
Don’t worry about fasting before receiving communion:
If you are able to, that’s fine. But because of your
condition, you are not obligated.
Sick or infirm, homebound or hospitalized, each baptized
person is nonetheless part of this parish, a member of the
body of Christ. So don’t be afraid that you’re being a
burden, and don’t think that we’re so busy we wouldn’t
have time for you. Regularly sharing in communion is
an important part of our life together as the church.
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.
Copyright © 1997 Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications, 1800 North
Hermitage Avenue, Chicago IL 60622-1101; 1-800-933-1800. Text by David
Philippart. Art by Luba Lukova.

MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, April 19
6:45AM Leo Dreyer
8:15AM Lee Maria Groth
Tuesday, April 20
6:45AM Estelle C. Polizzi
8:15AM Hilda Enfield
Wednesday, April 21
6:45AM Helen Bax
8:15AM Pat Gardiner
Thursday, April 22
6:45AM Priests of St. Peter
8:15AM Loretta French
Friday, April 23
6:45AM Johnston Family
8:15AM Betty Medjesky
Saturday, April 24
8:15AM Fran Bieser
5:00 PM Bernice Zoppe
Sunday, April 25
7:30AM Paul Cook
9:00AM Holly Marie McIntyre
11:00AM People of St. Peter
6:00PM Eugene Curran
MASS SERVERS
Saturday, April 24
5:00PM Mason Barnett, Devin Barnett,
Hayden Barnett
Sunday, April 25
7:30AM Madeline Ohlms, Abigail Ohlms,
Caley Wilson
9:00AM Annie Hovater, Tony Cadice,
Michael Schrock
11:00AM Megan Schoelch, Connor McFadden,
Rachel Belloli
6:00PM Jack Eisenbarger, Leo Heinz,
Natalie Hoppe
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 Candy Behl at
314-965-3390 or contact the parish office for a registration form.
The Welcoming Committee
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 email
stpeteryoungfamilies@gmail.com to be added to our email
distribution list for notification of upcoming events.
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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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Scheduled Eucharistic Minister - April 24/25
Note: Shut-in visitors are indicated in parentheses ( )
Interested in being a Eucharistic Minister?
Call Jim Meady 314-849-1810.
Saturday, April 24
5:00PM: K. Uxa, P. Baker, L. Walsh, E. Jennings,
A. Hennessey, M. Bender, M. E. Dick,
K. Renard
Sunday, April 25
7:30AM: J. Shea, K. Kelley, J. Jensen, R. Girard,
M. A. Dewes, C. Behl, M. Walsh, F. Johnston
9:00AM: K. Komotos, J. Gau, M. O’Grady, R. Zoellner,
(R. Medley), (B. Gosser), (H. Bernsen),
(G. O’Grady)
11:00AM: M. Brown, K. Fotouhi, L. Simon, M. Wilson,
(G. Meesey), (D. Zoll), (B. Doyle), (L. Etzkorn)
6:00PM: K. Miller, M. Cadice, P. Jacober, N. Judge,
C. Henke, P. Kopp, G. Jensen, S. Jensen
LECTORS
Time First Lector Second Lector
Saturday, April 24
5:00PM Jim Temme Marion Blanchfield
Sunday, April 25
7:30AM Kathy Mannion Jack Collins
9:00AM Andrew Smith Martha Broyles
11:00AM Jim Einspanier Betty Nordmann
6:00PM Quin Thames
April 18, 2010
YOUNG FAMILIES GROUP HOSTING
FREE DONUT RECEPTION
TODAY!! SUNDAY, APRIL 18 AFTER THE 9:00AM MASS
Please join the St. Peter Young Families group for donuts, coffee
and milk on the plaza after the 9 a.m. Mass on Sunday, April
18th. This event is for the entire parish, and is the first in a
monthly series of donut receptions to promote fellowship among
St. Peter’s parishioners.
The goal is to host receptions on the plaza (outside the church
front doors) after the 9:00AM Mass on the third Sunday of the
month, from April through October. The Young Families group
is the first organization to sponsor this year, and we are helping
set up the calendar for the rest of the year.
If you are part of a parish organization and would like to share
information about your group with fellow parishioners, please
consider hosting one of the receptions from May through October.
For more information about hosting or to sign up for a date,
please e-mail stpeteryoungfamilies@gmail.com.

ST. PETER ACTS RETREAT IS COMING!!!!
Watch the bulletin for more information.
EASTER FLOWERS DONATED IN MEMORY OF:
James Short, Anna Marie Dosenbach, John A.
Shaw, Lawrence Fangmeier, Christine Nockels,
Ruth Anne Nockels, Nockels Family, Lottes
Family, In Thanksgiving for helping me with my
eyes, Maggie Sachs, Bill Powell, Carl and Eulalia
Schaeffer, Leonard George, Leonard Otto, Richard
Lee Wahlig, Paul and Theresa Douthit, Cindy
Douthit, Michael Douthit, Scott Douthit, Alice
Dale, Henry and Betty Dale, Jeannine Prost, Lorraine Buehler,
Henry A. Stillman, Adolph and Eleanor Cavanaugh, Fred and
Anna Evers, Russo Family, Briggs Family, Richard M. Elias,
Margaret Murphy, Francis Harris, Margaret Connolly Harris,
Mike and Ethel Witt, Ed Agnew, Sr., Reilly Family, Reeves
Family, Bates Family, Ryan Family, D.L. McIntosh, Gloria Witt,
Betty Anselment, Mary Tobias Hagan, CSJ, Vita Marie Rudden,
CSJ, Charles Patrick and Glenda Bouchard, Kathy Gau,
Rosemary Hagerty, Richard Hagerty, Mary Louise Dietzen,
Richard Dietzen, Joseph Dietzen, Grandparents of Cooper and
Shane Thompson, Pat and Bernadine Murphy, Virginia Beck,
Vince Beck, John S. Visnovske, John L. Visnovske, F. Rachel
Visnovske, Curt Weingartner, Jeanne Meesey, Joseph Funke,
Janise Mattli, Lawrence Fangmeier, Jane Imler, Jim Imler, The
Quinn Family, Eugene and Elaine Hartmann, Kenneth and
Dorothy Roles, Deacon Dick Hesse, Dave Kelly Family, Dolores
Nicolson, William Nicolson, Bernard Bruns, Margaret Bruns,
Catherine York, Bob McMullen, Barbara Wehrstein, Daughter
Julie and John Komotos, Sr., Joann Malone, Frank Sendobry,
John A. Solari, Marge Alferman, Jeannine Prost, Honor of Betty
Wechling, Estelle Keiffer, Gary Schmiedeskamp, Paul Kelly,
Nellie Jozwiak, Cynthia Thomas, Sandra Zanti, Gary
Schmiedeskamp, John Laramie, Paul Cook, George Robbins,
Paul Lucier, Regan McCartney, Charles Harris, Virginia Harris,
Arthur, Mary Jane, and Jessie, Jim Short, Ernestine Short, Bud
Hartrich, Connie Sansotta Blakely, Alvin Freese, June Freese,
Charles Davenick, Cordula Davenick, Briece Family, Teiber
Family, George C, Rankey, Jr., Brennan Weyerich, Weyerich
Family, Devereaux Family, Glenn Appelbaum, Anthony Barsi,
Sr., Linda Barsi, Audrey Boyd, John Dwyer, Paulo Romero and
Steve Kustra.
Please remember the deceased and their loved ones in your
prayers:
Samford J. Mahn, Jr., father of Michael Mahn, Sr.
SPRING MIXER
All 7th and 8th graders welcome!
7:00 - 9:30PM on Friday, April 23rd
Ste. Genevieve du Bois Gym
1575 N. Woodlawn Avenue
Tickets are $10.00
Call 965-7140 for more information.
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ARE YOU OR IS SOMEONE YOU KNOW
INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC?
April 18, 2010
Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic
Church?
Are you un-baptized but are beginning to feel a need to
develop a relationship with God in your life?
Are you baptized in another faith tradition or baptized
Catholic but never received any formal religious education or
additional sacraments?
Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass but just don’t
know what the next step is to become one of the Catholic
faithful?
Are you yearning for something more in your life?
If you have answered ―Yes‖ to any of these questions, we would
like for you to join the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults) process at St. Peter. Inquiry sessions for RCIA will begin
after Easter. Please join us as we set out on the journey to know
God through knowing each other and growing in faith.
If you would like more information about the RCIA process,
please contact Linda Doyle at ldoyle@stpeterkirkwood.org or call
her at 314-822-1347.
SCHOOL LITURGY SCHEDULE
April 22 Earth Day 8:15AM K-5, 7-8
April 28 First Communion 8:15AM K-3
Recognition
April 29 St. Catherine 8:15AM 4-8
April 11, 2010
Charlie Raymond Hogg, son of Adam and Erin Hogg.
Parker John Townsend, son of John and Merideth Townsend.
TREASURE REPORT AT-A-GLANCE
“Jesus said to them again, „Peace be with you. As the Father has
sent me, so I send you.‟.”
(John 20:21)
Peace - the first gift of the risen Lord. As Jesus sent the apostles
out into the world to share His peace and Good News, He also
sends us. The Annual Catholic Appeal provides countless
opportunities to share His peace with our brothers and sisters next
door to us and in the far corners of the Archdiocese. In giving to
help support these programs, you will receive the peace of Christ.
Offertory for April 11, 2010
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes 1,902
439 Envelopes Returned $26,104.
Loose Donations $1,411.

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL
We seek to gather the entire Catholic community as one through
the Annual Catholic Appeal. Each year we are united as one in
the Appeal, recognizing God’s blessings in our lives, offering our
gifts as followers of Jesus, working together for the salvation of
the world. Let us be united in prayer for those we serve through
the Appeal, united in Christ through the Eucharist.
Please make your pledge today. You can pick up your pledge
card after Mass today in the gathering space.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR BEYOND HOUSING EVENT
On Saturday, May 8th, Beyond Housing will be sponsoring the
2nd annual ―Streetscape‖ in Pagedale. A neighborhood will be
transformed by having its front yards cleaned up and landscaped.
This unique event will involve:
Architecture students from Washington University who will
design the landscape.
Teams of volunteers who will carry out the plan.
Residents who will work side by side with us to beautify
their yards.
Business and faith-based sponsors to provide manpower and
fund the supplies.
St. Peter has agreed to sponsor four homes. We need twenty
volunteers to provide the labor. Teens seeking volunteer hours
are welcome. Teams will include a member of our St. Peter
Beyond Housing ministry. If transportation to Pagedale is
needed, we can make arrangements. Lunch and drinks will be
provided. Work will begin at 8:00 am and end around 2:00 pm,
or earlier if the project is complete.
If you’re interested in a fun, unique community outreach
opportunity, consider helping the St. Peter Beyond Housing
ministry with Streetscape. Contact Julie Bruns at 314-803-7855
or juliebruns@sbcglobal.net
Catholicism -
Amazed and Afraid, The Revelation of God Become Man
St. Peter parish has the privilege of presenting a viewing of
CATHOLICISM – ―Amazed and Afraid, The Revelation of God
Become Man‖ - episode one of Father Robert Barron's 10-Part,
high definition epic documentary series illustrating the beauty of
the global Church. The presentation will be at 7:00PM on
Thursday, April 22nd, in the Deutschmann Room of Ursuline
Hall.
Father Barron is an acclaimed author and theologian from
Chicago, and has produced the series in conjunction with Mike
Leonard of the Today Show. The complete series is expected to
be issued in the fall of this year. The first episode records Father
Barron’s journey as he visits the mysterious sites and sacred
places of the land of Israel. From the lush region of ancient
Caeserea Philippi to the shores of the Sea of Galilee to the holy
city of Jerusalem and finally to the eternal city of Rome, Father
Barron will use his pilgrimage to illuminate and explain the
Catholic Faith’s conviction that Jesus of Nazareth is the promised
Messiah and the revelation of God become Man.
"'Catholicism' could well become one of the most significant
efforts ever to advance what John Paul II called 'The New
Evangelization.'"
George Weigel, biographer of Pope John Paul II.
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April 18, 2010
FOOD PANTRY REMINDER (FR. GARY'S PARISH)
TODAY(4/18) is the last day to donate canned food to Sts. Teresa
& Bridget Food Pantry for the month of April. Please bring
donations to 319 E. Adams, place canned food on front porch.
The next delivery is on May 17th. Please bring canned food
four (4) days prior to the delivery day of May 17th.
For more info see article below. Any questions call 965-3390.
FR. GARY'S PANTRY NEEDS HELP!
"If you can't feed a hundred people, then feed just one."
-Mother Teresa
So much has been said and written about hunger and job loss. St.
Louis city pantries have experienced an increase of 35% of those
seeking food.
What can we do about it? Really, not too much individually, but
as a group, LET'S TRY! For each of us it's small, but together we
can make an impact on a few who need extra help.
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.
Thank you for your support and generosity.
Candy and John Behl....965-3390
319 East Adams, Kirkwood (block and a half east of YMCA)
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Today's Psalm 30 says, "I will extol you, O Lord, for
you drew me clear and did not let my enemies
rejoice over me. O Lord, you brought me up from
the netherworld; you preserved me from among
those going down into the pit."
We continue to celebrate the Risen Christ and praise
and thank God for saving us from our sinfulness.
For your special hour of praise and thanksgiving before the
Blessed Sacrament please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.
The following Holy Hours are available:
Tuesday 7:00PM Thursday 7:00AM
Friday 7:00AM Friday 8:00AM
Friday 7:00 PM
Chapel hours are 6:00AM to 10:00PM, Monday through Friday.
Please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347 for any questions or to sign
up for a Holy Hour or for the Substitute List.

SATURDAY, MAY 1, 2010
IS A VERY IMPORTANT DATE TO REMEMBER!
That evening, the 8th grade graduation class of 1959 will
celebrate their reunion. It begins with 5:00PM Mass, followed by
a tour of the school, and then fun and frolic at Jefferson Grill.
Pictures and memorabilia from the school years of 1951-1959
would be greatly appreciated. For a reservation or for more
information, please contact Sharon Prah (314-961-2342) or Mary
Lou Schneider (636-227-9911).
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 April:
April 4 Dave & Rosemary Augsburger
April 11 Fran Allhoff
April 18 Cheryl & Bruce Elder
April 25 Mary & Chris Doehring
If you are interested in signing up for a week please call Cheryl
Elder at 314-965-1573 for more information.
SIGN-UPS - TRAVELING VOCATIONAL CHALICE PROGRAM
The Traveling Chalice Program, to pray for vocations will be
having sign-ups at St. Peter Parish in a few weeks. Parishioners
are asked to take the chalice home and display it in a place of
honor, where it can be noticed by all during the week. The
parishioner(s) will pray around the chalice very night for
vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Prayers for
vocations will accompany the chalice. There will be sign-ups for
this program in the Gathering Area after all Masses on May 1/2.
For more information please call Cheryl Elder (965-1573).
Our next regular meeting will be held on
Wednesday, April 21, 7:00PM in the
parish center cafeteria. After the meeting
we will be entertained by the Gateway
Harmonica Club. It will be a delightful
evening of old and new melodies for everyone’s taste.
Our picnic will be held on Tuesday, April 27 at 12:00 Noon in
Kirkwood Park, in the pavilion above the lake. The cost is $5.00
payable the day of the picnic. Alice and Charlie Smith will again
host the picnic.
ANNUAL BIRTHRIGHT LUNCHEON
THURSDAY, MAY 6TH 11:30
Join us for lunch benefiting Friends of Birthright on
Thursday May 6th at the home of Mary Charles, 137 W.
Mermod Place. Donation of $20 plus bring an appetizer,
salad or dessert to share. Please RSVP to Mimi Meskill 314
520-6850 or mimimeskill@att.net. Babysitting available in
the preschool room at St Peter School.
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2010 WHITE HOUSE WOMEN'S RETREAT
April 18, 2010
Ps 27:11 ―Lord show me your way; lead me on a level path..."
Prayer keeps the soul in communication with God's way. Come
aside and spend some quiet time with the Lord. For Retreat
information contact White House Retreat at www.whretreat.org
or call Betty Nordmann at 966-4811.
2010 Weekdays 2010 Weekends
May 3 - 6 May 27 - 30
(Memorial Day Weekend)
May 24 - 27 June 17 - 20
(Father’s Day Weekend)
July 19 - 22 July 22 - 25
(Weekend)
September 13 - 16 September 3 - 5
(Labor Day Weekend
October 4 - 7 November 18 - 21
October 18 - 21 (Weekend)
November 15 - 18
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
We Are Now Open!!!
25% off Entire Store
*New Mattresses and ―Thrift & More‖ Items Excluded
St. Peter, Kirkwood
14660 Manchester Rd.
Ballwin, MO 63011
(Same center as Steak & Shake,
Aldi’s and Hobby Lobby)
Tel. 636-207-7837
Great Prices on quality items.
Clothing, Furniture, Household Items,
New Mattresses
"HELP US HELP OTHERS"
Donations needed on gently used
Furniture, Household items,
Clothing and Shoes, Books
Tax deductible...
Free Pick up Tel 314-881-6006
Volunteers Needed Everyday
Contact Store Manager Jan Falcon @ Store

FROM YOUR PARISH NURSE . . .
FREE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH
It’s true! What is it? Regular Exercise. Regular exercise is the
one constant that seems to always be present when talking or
reading or studying how to remain healthy. Research has
confirmed this in Germany, Australia, England and of course here
in the USA. Regardless of body weight, physical activity
increases one’s chances of remaining healthy, both for men and
women.
Exercise is not just about weight control although it helps. It has
long been known that physical activity has beneficial effects on
numerous age-related conditions such as osteoporosis,
osteoarthritis, falls, cardiovascular diseases, some cancers,
diabetes mellitus, obesity, and decreased function. We know it
improves one’s mental outlook and sense of well-being. There are
recent studies that also point to prevention of mental deterioration
and cognitive impairment as a benefit of regular exercise.
One of the strongest predictors of ―unsuccessful aging‖ is
physical inactivity. In other words, physical inactivity speeds the
development and contributes to poor control of the above
mentioned problems, along with falls, fractures and especially
decreased physical functioning. It is also thought that physical
inactivity could be the root cause of many unnecessary and
premature admissions to long term care. In other words, physical
exercise is a primary aid in the prevention of late-life disability in
the areas of physical and mental impairment. If illness strikes, a
person who has been active very often recovers more quickly.
Even if one has been sedentary in the past, it is never too late to
begin. Just get an OK from your MD and begin slowly. Walking
with a friend is a good way to start. There are many local outdoor
trails and walking places. Mall walking is available at all malls;
just do it. One does not have to look very far to find exercise
classes, swim and dancing programs, bicycle, hiking, tennis
groups, golf, joining a gym, a large variety of different ways to
get moving. There are exercise programs designed to assist people
with arthritis, with heart problems, with osteoporosis, with joint
or walking problems.
If you exercise regularly you are aware of the benefits. You have
found the only well-known ―Fountain of Youth‖. All of us age.
We can’t stop that. Physical exercise, staying active, helps us to
be among those that remain healthy, strong and mentally fit as we
age. Even if one does not like exercising, it does give one the
energy and strength to do the things one does like to do.
There are not many reasons not to exercise regularly, only
excuses. Soooo…..if you are one of those ―excuse‖ people, get
moving. You won’t regret it. In fact, you may wind up feeling
much, much better.
ST. PETER VOLLEYBALL AND SOCCER REGISTRATIONS
April 15th - May 16th
Volleyball: Boys & Girls entering grades 3rd thru 8th in the fall.
Soccer: Boys & Girls Kindergarten thru 8th in the fall.
Please use the registration tab on stpaa.org to register.
Any questions please contact:
Soccer: Stpaal@att.com
Volleyball: volleyball_director@stpsports.com
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April 18, 2010
ESTATE PLANNING
FREE. Join us for wine, cheese and a very informative talk on
estate planning using a joint revocable trust and the important
changes in estate tax law beginning in 2011. These issues are
extremely important, especially for families and will save you
money. It will be held in Ursuline Hall on Monday evening,
April 19 beginning at 6:45PM. PSR parents - drop the children
off and then come to the program. The presenter is Barbara
Wiseheart, attorney and parishioner.
Please RSVP to Cathy Herrmann, 822 1347.
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, Cpl. Patrick Barry, USMC, 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, COL David G. Bellon, USMC,
Pfc. David Schmiedeskamp and Capt. Mark Jackson, IV.
Prayer List: Please pray for the following parishioners
who are in need of God’s healing presence:
Walter Dayhuff, Marie Lavin, Karen Eichholz, Dorothy Puleo,
Liam Kocher, Agnes Droppelman, Peg Brennan, Jack Morris,
Joshua Beck, Bob Hutcheson, Mary Bauer, Bud Voegtli, Mary
Fuegner, Colleen Barrett, Mary Brueggeman, Clare Greenley, Jim
Felling, Dorothy Friedrich, Judy Collins, Olga Marden, Blake
Schoenberg, Cornelia Schindler, Charlene Henke, Rick Dodd,
Scott Goddard, Stephanie Baer, Darrell LaChance, Carroll
Bauman, Christopher Day, Addie Neal, Jesse Kinslow, Lou Harms,
Sue Perry, Peg Brady, Carole Wallace, Sally Chenot, Mary Dykstra,
Kristie Winnett, Denise O’Rourke, Rev. Gerald Palcheck, Wendel
Folks, Mary McIntosh, Julie Simpson, Doris Templemeyer, Cameron
Elias, Dana Kras, Jane Dubois, Maggie Brennan, Kevin Kundert,
Mary Kern, Jessica Colter, Gloria McCloskey, David Shea and
Patrick McNamara.
PRO-LIFE
Project Rachel is the Catholic Church’s ministry to help those
who have suffered the trauma of an abortion experience. Project
Rachel provides free professional and confidential counseling,
reconciliation, and spiritual direction with love and compassion
for those left wounded by an abortion.
The next woman’s retreat is on May 8, 2010. Please call Marisol
Pfaff for registration or additional information. Marisol (314) 792
-7451 or email at ihnpfaff@swbell.net All information is
confidential, including location.
FIELD HOCKEY SUMMER CAMP
Interested in trying a new sport and playing the game of field
hockey? St. Joseph’s Academy is looking for girls entering 3rd
thru 9th grade to join us for their Field Hockey Summer Camp.
Camp is June 7th-10th from 4:30-6:30pm. Registration form is
online at http://www.stjosephacademy.org/athletics/
summercamps.asp. Any questions, please contact Maggie Potter
(314) 965-5908.

CATHOLICS RETURNING HOME
Do you know someone who has left the Church? Most of us do
not have to look very far to find ―former Catholics‖ in our circle
of family and friends. Many of us are concerned about these
―former Catholics‖, however we don’t know how to help them.
Many of these ―former Catholics‖ are searching but how can we
help them find their way home?
As baptized practicing Catholics we have a precious gift of faith
and love from the Lord that needs to be shared with our nonpracticing
brothers and sisters. First we need to pray for them
and secondly we need to extend a personal invitation to them to
come home to the Catholic Church. Many are waiting for an
invitation to return. Many mistakenly think they are
excommunicated and are not welcome to return for a variety of
reasons.
Many ―former Catholics‖ carry a tremendous amount of guilt and
―misinformation‖ about the Church so they are afraid of
approaching the Church for fear of being rejected. So, YOU can
make a tremendous difference in someone’s life simply by
reaching out to them and telling them that we miss them and
would like them to come back home to our Church family.
Here at St. Peter we have a special program to help nonpracticing
Catholics return to the Church called Catholics
Returning Home. The next six-week series begins Wednesday
evening, April 21st at 7:30PM at my home at 319 East Adams.
For more information call John Behl at 965-3390.
For more information or expression of interest call John Behl at
965-3390.
YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY SERIES
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: Wednesdays: April 7, 14, 21, 28
Time: 6:30pm –7:30pm
The cost will be $20.00 for a four (4) week session.
Location: St. Peter Ursuline Hall in the 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 on April 7th.
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.
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St. Peter VBS
April 18, 2010
June 14-18, 9:00 am until
Noon
Check out our website to register &
volunteer
www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/
stpeters
Volunteer Opportunities available for
Current 6, 7 & 8th grade
High School
Adults of all ages
CENTER FOR HEARING & SPEECH
FREE CLINIC DAY
FREE HEARING, VISION & SPEECH SCREENINGS
For Children: It is important to identify hearing, vision and
speech problems as early as possible. Children who hear, see and
speak well will grow and develop to their full social, emotional
and academic potential.
FREE HEARING SCREENINGS
For Adults: Adults often deny their hearing loss. Left untreated,
hearing loss causes many adults to become isolated from others
and increases anxiety and depression. It is important that adults
monitor their hearing on a regular basis.
Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Time: 8:00AM to 1:00PM
(Appointment required)
Where: Center for Hearing & Speech
9835 Manchester Road
St. Louis, MO 63119
(Just a half mile west of McKnight
and Rock Hill Rd.)
Call: 314-968-4710 for an appointment
United Way of Greater St. Louis
There will be fun activities and goodie bags for the kids plus
information packets for the adults.

St. Peterfest is just 7 weeks away!!! Join your fellow
parishioners Friday, June 4th from 5:00PM to 11:00PM and
Saturday, June 5th from Noon until 11:00PM for rides,
games, music, food and fun. Music provided by The X,
Refugees, Jam Band and Project 324. For information on
volunteering to work a short shift at this fun event please call
Jennifer Jonagan 909-8437.
UP, UP AND AWAY WITH ST.
PETERFEST!
SSSHHH . . .
The St. Peterfest Silent Auction is
looking for donations: both of time
and treasure. If any parishioner has
items/tickets to donate; or would like
to help out with the Auction, please
contact Tom Hessel at
843-2939.
ST. PETERFEST POSTER PARTIES
We are currently seeking Parishioners interested in hosting
a Poster Party. Poster Parties are donations by individuals
and families that host a Party with a theme! (The
Parishioner donates the party and the party-goers pay to
attend.). The parties could take place at your house,
backyard or elsewhere. They are a great way to meet each
other and raise money for the Parish at the same time.
Please contact Monica Covington to enroll your Party idea
(314) 835-0774.
MEN’S GROUP
How frequently do we pray?
Have we had our prayers answered?
What are our traditions when it comes to Catholic prayer?
Does Liturgical prayer help us in the understanding of the
Catholic Church?
At this week’s Men‟s Group meeting, we’ll reflect on the Gospel
readings for the day as well as use the new Compendium of the
Catechism as we discuss ―Christian Prayer.‖ Please join us. All
men of the parish are welcome. The next meeting will be held
this Saturday, April 24th, in the rectory basement.
Schedule as follows:
7:15AM Discussion - 8:15AM Mass
READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF APRIL 18, 2010
Sunday: Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41/Rv 5:11-14/Jn 21:1-19
or 21:1-14
Monday: Acts 6:8-15/Jn 6:22-29
Tuesday: Acts 7:51---8:1a/Jn 6:30-35
Wednesday: Acts 8:1b-8/Jn 6:35-40
Thursday: Acts 8:26-40/Jn 6:44-51
Friday: Acts 9:1-20/Jn 6:52-59
Saturday: Acts 9:31-42/Jn 6:60-69
Next Sunday: Acts 13:14, 43-52/Rv 7:9, 14b-17/Jn 10:27-30
© Liturgical Publications Inc
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ST. PETER DASH
5K RUN/WALK
&
KIDS FUN RUN
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2010
7:30 AM
St. Peter Catholic School
for more information visit our website at
www.st.peterkirkwood.org
EARN & LEARN
April 18, 2010
Earn & Learn Volunteers for April 24/25
5:00PM Susan Schoelch
7:30AM Kathy Kelley
9:00AM Lisa Balbes
11:00AM Terri Waters
6:00PM Rita Hennessey
Please come visit us in Ursuline Hall!
MONDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY - 8:15-9:30AM
WEDNESDAY - 2:00-3:00PM
SATURDAY AFTER THE 5:00PM MASS
SUNDAY AFTER THE 7:30, 9:00, 11:00AM MASSES
AND 6:00PM MASS.
You can order by leaving a message at 822-1347, or visiting our
office in Ursuline Hall.
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