October 24, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

As I wrote in last weekend's bulletin, it was in 1926 that Pope Pius XI, instituted World Mission Sunday for the universal Church. He asked Catholics to pray, learn about the missions and give donations for those working in mission territories as well as all the people they served. ... Read More »

October 17,2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

In 1926 Pope Pius XI, instituted World Mission Sunday for the universal Church. He asked Catholics to pray, learn about the missions and give donations for those working in mission territories as well as all the people they served. His concern was to foster a sense of responsibility in ... Read More »

October 10, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

As I mentioned in last weekend's bulletin, during the month of October the Catholic Church in the USA directs our attention to a special focus on Respect for Life. There are many facets of Respect for life: Care for the unborn, those suffering from poverty, the elderly, ending all ... Read More »

October 3,2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

During the month of October, throughout the Church in the USA, we focus attention on our call to promote Respect for all of Life.

On Monday, October 4, we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Francis showed care and concern for all, especially the poor. He reverenced ... Read More »

September 26, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI RESPECT LIFE

Monday, October 4, we celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Francis showed care and concern for all, especially the poor. He reverenced God’s hand in all creation. He lived his life so faithful to that of Christ that he is called ... Read More »

September 19, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

Here is some brief information about some of the things happening at St. Peter's Church this month. After these items, you will find an article from Sr. Fran Sulzer, FSPA and Br. Guillermo Morales, OFM about Spiritual Direction and their ministry here at St. Peter's Church.

 Fr. Michael

SEMINARIAN ... Read More »

September 12, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

On Monday, September 10, 2001 Fr. Mychal Judge, a Franciscan priest and NYFD Chaplain celebrated Mass for a group of firefighters. In his homily he preached, “You do what God has called you to do. You get on that rig, you go out and do the job. No matter ... Read More »

September 5, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

Since 1894, the first Monday in September has been observed as a federal holiday to honor workers in the USA. Our Canadian neighbors also celebrate Labor Day on the first Monday in September.  Originally established to honor the nation’s working people, this holiday has come to be seen as ... Read More »

August 29, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

FRANCISCAN FRIARS

As many of you may be aware, six of the seven Franciscan (OFM) Provinces of the United States began a process a few years ago that will result in the six provinces becoming one province. The tentative date for that merger is October 2023. As you might ... Read More »

August 22, 2021

Posted by Jo Ann Bednar

In John's Gospel today we hear that many of the disciples of Jesus were getting impatient with the message Jesus was sharing with them. He heard them murmuring among themselves, "This saying is hard; who can accept it?" Christ tells his hearers, "The words I have spoken to you ... Read More »