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Guidelines for church services.
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St. Peters Catholic Church Bulletin, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Reflections.
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To All Parishioners of St. Peters Parish:
As we
reopen the church for public celebration of Mass on 5/29/2020, the weekend mass
times are scheduled as follows:
St.
Helenas in Alpine: Saturday 4:00am (English Language Service)
St
Peters in Springerville: Sunday 9:00am (English Language Service)
St.
Peters in Springerville: Sunday 11:00am (Bilingual Spanish /English Service)
Confessions:
Sunday 8:00am-9:00am prior to Mass
All
parishioners are encouraged to spread attendance over these mass times and
location:
This will
avoid excess numbers at any given mass. As we joyfully resume services, we
continue to strive to care for one another by observing recommendations that
allow for the safety of the vulnerable and observe proper social distancing.
Please
remember if you are ILL OR AT RISK PLEASE STAY AT HOME. As Bishop Wall reminds
us in his letter of 5/23/2020, In order to stay safe, its important to err on
the side of caution. This is an act of charity and will assist everyone in this
time of pandemic. Those who have access to social media should continue to
stream the Mass for those who choose to remain at home, especially those ill or
in a high-risk category.
We shall
mark the pews for proper distancing in our sitting arrangement in the church.
Communion
will be ONLY in the hand only and Only the Sacred Body of the Lord. Please
maintain 6 feet between parishioners as you line up for communion.
To keep
recommendations of social distancing, altar servers will not serve at this
time.
There
will be no Procession of gifts to the altar. One assigned usher will present
the collection to the altar.
The Sign
of Peace should be without human touch, such as a small bow or wave.
Please DO
NOT CONGREGATE in groups inside the building move through the Narthex so as
to avoid a bottle neck. IF desiring to visit, please do so outside with
recommended social distancing.
Please
respect and care for one another by wearing a mask and maintaining 6 feet
distance. This is strongly recommended
as a sign of our desire to do our part in helping prevent others from potential
contagion. (Masks are not recommended
for children less than 2 years of age).
Only the
church will be utilized for mass. Please be respectful of closed areas.
Restrooms
in the narthex will be available for use.
Frequently
touched surfaces and areas will be cleaned between all Masses.
Donations
Requested: As you may be aware hand sanitizer and approved cleansing
wipes remain in short supply. If you have excess and are able to share,
donations are gratefully accepted at the church office on Monday and Wednesday
between 8:00-12:00 Noon
God
Bless,
Rev.
Anselm Amadi
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MASS INTENTIONS: 8/9/20 thru 8/14/20 SUNDAY:
ENGLISH MASS: 9:00am. +Myra Universal. SPANISH MASS: 11:00am. San Martin Caballero. WEEKDAY MASS
INTENTIONS: MONDAY: 9:00am. Jason Pittman. TUESDAY: 9:00am. +John & +Jean Hall. WEDNESDAY: 9:00am. Byron H.. THURSDAY: 9:00am. Lydia Anaya. FRIDAY: 9:00am. +Frank
Orona.
FINANCIAL REPORT FROM WEEK 8/2/2020 YOUR
GIFTS TO THE LORD: Sunday Offering
..
$1261.50 Childrens Fund
...
N/A Capital Fund
.
$00.00 Other
.
$00.00 EXPENSES General Fund:
.
.$1506.12 Capital Fund:
...$00.00 Childrens Fund:
$00.00 The
Quarterly Financial Report is Available in The
Church Office for Review Church
Secretary; Eileen Furman Office
Telephone: 928-333-4423 PRAYER
TREE: Please contact Monica Boehning at 333-5539 for
prayer requests. Leave a message if no answer, include your name and phone
number, with info. THIS WEEK PLEASE PRAY FOR: Eileen
Tyrrell, Rebeka Talbot, Charles
Rand, Roxanne Chavez, Ricky Barraza, Lily
Hill, Susie Apodaca, Confie LeSuer, Pat & Victor Rubalcaba, Bernice Chavez, Maria
Morales,Teresa Barbier, Richard Pena, Clara
Archuletta, Judy Bragg, Dolores Jackson, Jessica
Williams, Eva Orona, Sophie
Montoya, Joe Tapia, Juanito
Quevedo, Krystna Kocol, Irene
Moya, Lydia Gonzalez. GIFT
SHOP: Gift Shop is open every Sunday after the 9:00 am Mass or
Contact; Dean Smith at
928-853-6307 Office Hours; Weekdays from 7:45am-8:45am and 10:00am-12:30pm Closed, Tuesday and during daily mass times. |
CALENDAR OF WEEKLY EVENTS: WEEKLY EVENTS: Weekly Events Currently Suspended Due to COVID Baptism Preparation Classes to be
Determined. SUNDAY: Sacrament of
Reconciliation: 8:00am 8:50am. Rosary
before Mass. CCD classes after 9:00am Mass. ENGLISH MASS, 9:00am SPANISH MASS: 11:00am MONDAY: Rosary before mass. 9:00am
Mass C.C.D. Classes 4:00pm. RCIA
Classes: 7:00pm. TUESDAY: 9:00am
Mass Church Cleaning. Spanish Choir Practice, 7:00pm 8:30pm. WEDNESDAY: Rosary before mass. 9:00am
Mass 6:30pm
English Choir practice in church THURSDAY: Rosary
before mass. 7:00pm
Mass. 7:00pm
Baptism classes in Spanish, 2nd Thursday of the
month. FRIDAY: Rosary
before mass. 9:00am
Mass 7:00pm
Stations of the Cross every Friday During Lent. Eucharistic Adoration; First Friday of the
Month. SATURDAY: 9:00am Mass. St. Helena Parish, Alpine, Az. SATURDAY: Confessions, 3:30pm Mass 4:00 pm ---------------------------------------------- Pastoral
Adminstrator Rev. Fr. Anselm Amadi Rectory
Telephone: 928-333-4707 Emergencies
Only; 505-906-8421 Pastoral Council: Chairperson: Lora Harrison - (928) 333-0148 Secretary: Esmerelda
Ontiveros - (928) 812-0049 Building Committee: Chairperson: Jackielyn Harrington Finance Council: Chairperson: Jackielyn Harrington Finance Secretary: Ed Fritz - (928) 333-5919 PARISH MINISTRIES: Altar Servers: Tasheena James
. Eucharistic Ministers: Charles Rand
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.(928)
333-3541 Church Cleaning: Vacant. Funeral Director: Diane Fritz
.(928)
333-5919 Lectors: Mary DiFilippo
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.(928) 333-3338 Maintenance: Vacant. Music Director: Bob Dyson
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(928) 333-2809 RCIA: Deacon
Jorge Campos
.(928)
333-2150 Religious Ed. Devon Ditmore
.(928) 333-0148 Ushers: Jim Morrison
...(928)
333-0928 Sacristans: Elizabeth Ketring,
...(928)
551-6003 St. Vincent De Paul Org
..(928) 333-4879 Prayer Tree: Monica Boehning
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(928) 333-5539 |
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MINISTRY SCHEDULES FOR August 9th. |
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Altar Servers: 9:00am. No Servers Assigned Due to Phase One Reopening. |
Lectors: 9:00am. Kay Buck. 11:00am. To be
appt. |
Eucharistic Ministers: 9:00am. No Eucharist Ministers Assigned Due to Phase One Reopening. |
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PLEASE JOIN US IN OUR STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM OF TIME, TREASURE & TALENT, VISIT OUR WEB AT www.stpeterchurch-az.com |
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Holy Fathers Prayer Intention: August, 2020
The Maritime World We pray
for all those who work and live from the sea, among
them sailors, fishermen and their families. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OUR PARISH: ·
HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION SATURDAY
8/15/2020: Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Please plan to attend Mass at
9:00am. If you are unable to attend in person please remember that there are
many online resources to ensure you can attend. ·
STILL A MYSTERY, Anonymous
Donation: A large item was left on the
porch of the church office on Tuesday. We would ask that the person who left
this item please contact the church office so that we can properly thank them
and ensure that your gift is used for the purpose intended. Thank you! ·
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED
SACRAMENT: A reminder that we continue to
hold Holy Hour for one hour immediately following the 9:00 AM mass on
Fridays. Please come join in adoration- all are welcome. ·
FREE CATHOLIC
EDUCATION AND INSPIRATION PROGRAMS:
We are encouraged to fill our minds with positive and inspiring
information that uplift our spirits and support us as we strive to contribute
to the good and to our community. The following websites are recommended by
the United States Council of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). Please visit them and
explore- there is something there for everyone. ·
http://www.usccb.org/about/communications/covid-19-crisis-resources-from-catholic-publishers.cfm ·
Please dont forget to visit the Diocese of Gallup
website for many resources for spiritual care and formation: https://dioceseofgallup.org/wellbeing/spiritual-resources/ ·
CCD RECEPTION OF SACRAMENTS: We are pleased to notify the
congregation that approximately 30 of our youth will be receiving sacraments
in three divided groups on Sunday August 16, 23, and 30th at the
9AM mass. The children will be divided into three smaller groups to ensure
the safest environment possible. Please keep our youth in your prayers OUR COMMUNITY: ·
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE: The
need is constant. This most important effort to save lives and support our
community in this time of need with a great act of Christian Charity. o
Date: August
18, 2020 o
Time: Noon 5:00pm o
Location: Town
Hall Complex, Springerville o
By
Appointment Only- Book online or by phone at: §
https://www.redcrossblood.org/ §
BY PHONE: 1-800-RED CROSS |
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NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN
ORDINARY TIME: YEAR A.
1Kgs. 19:9, 11-13; Rom.
9:1-5; Mt. 14:22-33
THEME: THE STORMY
PILGRIMAGE OF FAITH
BY REV. FR. ANSELM
CHIGOZIE AMADI
INTRODUCTION: The cosmic upheavals that greeted Elijah on the
Lords mountain and the stormy sail of Christs disciples depict the nature of
Christian life. It is a ride on a rough road. Tribulation is a school master
that teaches us to put aside the habits of infants. As infants encounter crisis
when weaned, so do souls, when detached from the milk of spiritual sweetness.
By means of Christian suffering, God trains souls to advance on the path of
spiritual maturity.
ELIJAHS EXPERIENCE: It is worthy of note that Elijah experienced this
great cosmic disturbances on the Lords mountain. The mountain signifies a
state of exalted soul; in other words, the height of spiritual maturity and
proficiency. What fire is to silver and gold, tribulation is to the soul (see,
Is.48:10). Hence: My child when you come to serve the Lord, prepare yourself
for trials (Sirach. 2:1). The experience of the prophet is a shining example
of Christian suffering.
Before Elijah encountered the gentle
voice of God, there came first the wind, earthquake and fire. All this was a
preparation for divine visitation; a way leading up to it. They are forerunners
of Gods presence. As the psalmist says: You make the winds your messengers;
flaming fire, your minister (Ps. 104:4). These in some sort prepare his way.
Since we receive the grace of God as treasure in earthen jars; this clay jar is
formed and reformed by the divine potter. Like clay in the hand of the potter,
so we are in Gods hands (Jr. 18:5). He sends the shattering wind to break up,
as it were, the hard rock of our old selves; the earthquake to overhaul and the
fire to bake the vessel of clay.
THE STORMY SAIL: The experience of the disciples shows in clear
terms the nature of Christian life. The sea, because it is not steady,
represents the intermittent unrest that characterizes our life in the world,
while the shore, because it is stable, points to eternal rest at the end of
time. The sail on the sea signifies life in the world tossed about by a wave of
events. As we journey through life, we are like a boat tossed by the storm.
This is the multiple trials and tribulations through which we enter the kingdom
of God (Acts 14:22). Our journey to heaven is not an easy one. But the presence
of the Lord is certain. Hence: Even though I walk through the valley of shadow
of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me
. (Ps. 23:4).
THE GREAT I AM: When his disciples were battling with the storm of
life, the Lord showed up with his consoling presence. He does not remove the
storm but he remains with us. At one instance he sleeps in the boat while the
sea rocks in tempest (Mk. 4:35-41), to teach us tranquility of faith amidst turbulent
waves of life. In this case, he comes walking on the troubled sea, to show his
presence in times of trial. In times of trial and tribulation the Lord proves
his name: Emmanuel, (God with us). By walking on the turbulent sea, he
demonstrates his supremacy over the forces that threaten us. Our troubles,
cares and worries are under his feet.
Our fear may cloud our vision of his
consoling presence; but he assures us: It is I; do not be afraid. It is I
is an accurate translation of the Greek ego eimi (I Am). It recalls the
Lords words to Moses from the burning bush (Ex. 3:14). It is first and
foremost a reminiscence of the fire that does not consume its object. It shows
an image of Christian suffering that does not destroy but strengthens. Secondly,
it is an assurance of the great existence (I Am), undying presence, ever
dependable. When we recognize his presence and look up to him, we shall rise
above the storm like Peter. Peter was able to walk on the storm, that is, above
the problems of life, as he looked up to Jesus. But when he took his eyes off
Jesus, he saw how strong the wind was, and began to sink.
CONCLUSION: Christianity is a religion of the Cross. Our Lord
started his life on the rough grass of the manger and ended on the hard wood of
the Cross. To follow him means to experience his life. He has not promised to
remove the cross but to be with us. With the psalmist we find the proper
response to the turbulent wave of life: The Lord of host is with us, the God
of Jacob is our stronghold. Though the waters there roar and are troubled,
though the mountains are shaken to their foundation (See Ps.46). After all the
tumult has afflicted the soul, peace comes at last.