Parish Bulletins Schedule: Please have all bulletin inserts into the Parish Centre in writing by 4pm on Tuesdays. Notices by email: identify “Bulletin Notice” in the subject line and sent to [email protected].
Reflection
If you are ruled by the mind you are king, if by the body you are a slave. ~ St. Catherine of Alexandria
CWL Update
Christmas trays – Sold Out! Thank you for your support. Trays will be available for pick up Dec. 9 & 10 after all masses with the exception of Sun. 5. † Advent Retreat & Potluck – Wed., Dec. 6th after morning mass, the CWL will host a mini retreat & potluck luncheon downstairs in the parish centre. All are welcome to attend. † Pregnancy and Family Care of Quinte West gift bags. Due to the heartwarming response and many blessings resulting from last year’s efforts, we will collect gifts of personal toiletries etc. again at our December potluck & deliver in time for Christmas. If you won’t be at the Dec. meeting but wish to contribute you may drop items off at the parish centre during regular office hours.
Legion of Mary
We meet Mondays at 3 pm Parish Centre. ( except some holidays)
Mon., Nov. 27th 3 p.m. Parish Centre ~ The Legion of Mary is a group dedicated to the Glory of God through prayer and active ministry under the guidance of Mary. Reminder, we have a prayer request box, place your requests unsigned in the locked box, and we will pray for them at our weekly meeting. Once again we are inviting parishioners to sign-up to take our Pilgrim Statue of Mary home for a family visitation. If you are unable to physically take the statue home, please indicate this on the form, along with your phone number and address and we will contact you to make arrangements.
Sat., Dec. 2 8:30 - 12 p.m. Please join us for a Parish Advent Retreat Advent is a time of preparation. The intent of Advent – a season of waiting, of silent but joyful expectation, can fall by the wayside or perhaps into the din of our busy preparations for the festivities. One of the best ways to prepare our hearts & minds for Jesus is to spend some time reflecting & praying. We will begin at 8:30 a.m. with praying the Rosary. Mass will be at 9 followed by a light breakfast, an Advent Reflection, Adoration and Confessions.
O Come, O Come Emmanuel
St Vincent de Paul
Next Meeting Thurs. Dec. 14th 1 p.m. We meet every 2nd Thursday at the Parish Centre
We are looking forward to your continued support this Christmas Season. Due to the heartwarming response once again, we are doing the Sock Drive. We are requesting donations of new men and women’s socks, they will be accepted and distributed to centres helping the homeless from Dec 4th – Jan. 14th.
St. Vincent de Paul Fund Dec. 2nd & 3rd ~ all Masses
The Society of St Vincent de Paul is a Catholic lay organization whose mission is “To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy”. St Peter’s chapter of the society strives to work in the spirit of the Society’s founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam when he wrote, “Help honors when, to the bread that nourishes, it adds the visit that consoles, the advice that enlightens, the friendly shake of the hand that lifts up sinking courage when it treats the poor with respect, not only as an equal but as a superior, since he is suffering that which we would perhaps not be able to bear ourselves; since he is among us as the messenger of God, sent to put our justice and charity to the test, & save us by our works.” Currently St Peter’s chapter’s work consists of assisting members of our community in need who have contacted the parish office (613 392-3767). We generally provide one-time assistance with items for setting up a household and food cards. Interested parishioners are welcome to attend meetings of the St Vincent de Paul Society. Check the church calendar for information .
Knights of Columbus
Knights will be selling Christmas Pins & Roses for Life.
The 1st two weekends of Dec. Mon., Dec. 4 K of C Morning Coffee ~ 9 p.m. PC Tues., Dec. 5 K of C Exec. Meeting ~ 7 p.m. PC Raffle Tickets ~ K of C 50/50 raffle tickets https://ontariokofcraffle.5050central.com/?olc=2438
The Knights of Columbus invite you to visit the St Peter’s website under Get Involved, Knights of Columbus, Upcoming Events and click on the following link: https://ontariokofcraffle.5050central.com/?olc=2438 to purchase 50/50 K of C charities lottery tickets. The online lottery replaces the previous paper ticket lottery. Please support charitable works in our community.
Visitor Envelopes: Anyone using Visitor Envelopes who would like a tax receipt, please fill in the information on the front of the envelope and include your name and address.
St. Peter's Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) The Forms are now in the Church Foyer for those that are interested.
St. Peters Church has E-Transfer available for anyone interested in E-Transfer for your Church donations, please call the office 613-392-3767. We will give you an email address please do not send your E-Transfer to the office emails. Thank You.
Have you moved lately or changed your phone number or email address, are you new to our parish? Please call the office or fill in a registration form located to the left of the centre aisle doors and leave it behind or drop it in the collection basket. 613-392-3767 Thank you.
Eucharistic Chapel of Mary, Mother of The Divine Mercy is open. The chapel is open Monday – Friday between 6am and midnight. Please use the entry code. For information or to sign up for an hour call the Parish Centre 613-392-3767.
Salt + Light Media will be providing a different original documentary to stream for FREE each week!
Allergies and Sensitivites: We have several parishioners who are very allergic to perfume and related products. Exposure can cause health problems, such as breathing difficulties. It would be very much appreciated if everyone would refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, etc. in the Church, Adoration Chapel and the Parish Centre. Thank you!
Catholic C.D.'s for Sale: Be sure to check out our New Selection of Catholic C.D's Apologetics, faith formation, Marriage, Sacraments, Truth, etc. Makes a valuable tool for yourself, or the perfect gift for Christmas. Visit the display in the Church Foyer. Start building your foundation on "rock", today.
Building the Domestic Church
You will find a new kiosk in the Church Foyer featuring free exceptional religious education materials courtesy of our Knights of Columbus council. The kiosk has been updated. It contains engaging, faith based literature aimed at helping Catholics to live out the church’s vision for our families. The booklets will be replenished on a regular basis by the Knights.
REMINDER:
Parishioners are welcome to view online/livestream/televised Masses and a full list www.romancatholic.kingston.on.ca. I want to thank you for your leadership and generosity during these changing times.
Covid Resources N/A
Living with Christ is offering free access to their spiritual resources during the CONVID 19 pandemic. You can access prayer resources and downloads of the Daily Mass texts at this link https://www.livingwithchrist.ca/
Donations: If anyone would like to donate Hand Sanitizer, Lysol Wipes or Spray to clean the Church between Masses, please drop them off at the office. Thank you.
Lectors & Eucharistic Ministers - Thank you for your service to these important Ministries. Contact Parish Centre or Nicole at 613-394-5377
FAITH ENRICHMENT- for young adults and adults • There is a faith enrichment resources page on the archdiocesan website with all sorts of virtual opportunities for adults. Upcoming conferences, reflections, and more can be found. Check it out and maybe share it with someone you think may be looking for some spiritual support .