November 17, 2002 Vol. 30, No. 46

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK

Monday, Nov. 18.....2:10PM.....Huldreich Egli.....Daughter, Marie

Tuesday, Nov. 19.....12:10PM.....Pietro Cracchiolo.....The Ferrarelli Family

Wednesday, Nov. 20.....12:10PM.....Paul Blower.....The Gombosi Family

Thursday, Nov. 21.....12:10PM.....Jerome Shabloski.....Marie Vannucci

Friday, Nov. 22.....12:10PM.....Fred Wilcox.....Wife, Rene

Saturday, Nov. 23.....5:00PM.....In Thanksgiving.....Elizabeth Brown

7:00PM.....Joseph Cocoran.....Margaret Skrobot

Sunday, Nov. 24.....8:30AM.....Michael Kubas.....Req’d by Family

Our Lord Jesus Christ the King.....11:00AM.....MASS FOR THE PEOPLE OF ST. PETER/SACRED HEART

THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

A Woman of Valor

“Let her works praise her in the city gates.”  (Proverbs 31:10-13,19-20, 30-31))

THE role of women continues to evolve in society and in the church. We have become more aware of the gifts women have to offer and the benefits of placing those gifs in service to the community. Women who generously offer their wisdom and talents have made the world a better place to live.

Hundreds of years before the dawn of Christianity, the book of Proverbs praised the gifts of a worthy wife. It is interesting to look at what that long-ago culture valued.

The book warns against charm and beauty, for they do not last. Instead, Proverbs praises the wife who brings good to the home, who obtains wool and flax, who spins with proficiency, and who gives to the poor.

That long-ago culture believed that a good wife was one of honorable character, who used her skills for the good of the community, and performed works of charity.

Although our culture’s image of the working woman has changed in some aspects, these central values are timeless. Women who devote themselves to their work, to their faith, to their households and to those in need, can still rejoice in the praise of the book of Proverbs. The entire community thanks God for their inspiring service and care. (Written by Paul Turner. Copyright 2001, Archdiocese of Chicago, Liturgy Training Publications; 1-800-933-1800; www.ltp.org.)

 

NOVEMBER 2002 -- MONTH OF ALL SOULS!

Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls  and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen

All Souls Day Remembrance envelopes remain at the entrances of the church. Inscribe the names of your deceased family and friends to be remembered on the envelope and place it in the collection. The envelopes are placed on the altar throughout the month of November.

Adoption remains one of the most important alternatives to abortion and child abuse.  It is a loving an courageous act of sacrifice and acceptance of moral responsibility by both birth and adopting parents. November is National Adoption Month and again provides an appropriate occasion to promote adoption and to ask each of you to do the same.  Everyone is asked to support adoption to the general public and, in particular, to women who are experiencing untimely pregnancies. Previous public support has resulted in policies such as tax credits that promote adoption. That support must continue and be increased.

YOU ARE ALL INVITED TO THE FAMILY ADVENT PREPARATION SESSION

Today at 9:30AM in the Parish Center. 

This will be the weekly Religious Education Class for all students in grades K thru 8. The session will include family activities and crafts.  Advent materials will be handed out to all the classes and refreshments will be available.

HIGH SCHOOL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (Grades 9-12) - The final class will be held tonight.  Mass will be celebrated at 7:00PM in the Church. Students are reminded to bring their donations for the Jamaican Orphanage and the pie ingredients that they have signed up for – don’t forget the apple peelers and corers, too.  The next six week session will begin on Sunday, February 23, 2003.

PREGNANCY HOTLINE – 1-800-848-LOVE (5683)

Wellsboro & Mansfield Prayer Groups extend an invitation to all parishioners to attend a CHARISMATIC MASS, Thurs., Nov. 21^st at 7:00PM at Holy Child Church, Mansfield. Celebrants will be Rev. Albert Leonard and Rev. Peter Menghini; and Charismatic Liaison, Rev. Richard Loch. Reconciliation will be available at 6:30PM. Questions? Maryjane (Rectory:  570-724-3371) or Sue (Rectory:  570-724-3371).

OPEN HOUSE AT ST. PIUS X SEMINARY - High School juniors and seniors, college-age and older men who have ever thought about a vocation to the priesthood are invited to visit our diocesan seminary, St. Pius X, in Dalton, PA, next Sat., Nov. 23^rd from 10:00AM until 5:30PM.  There is no fee. Contact Fr. Menghini or call the Seminary (Rectory:  570-724-3371) to make your reservation.

APPLE PIE FUND-RAISER!  Place your order with any of our High School students this week - $5.00/pie (baked or unbaked).  Your order can be picked up at the back outside entrance of the Parish Center Kitchen next Sun., Nov. 24^th from 9:30AM – 12:30PM -- just in time for the Thanksgiving Holiday.  Thank you for supporting our youth.

R.C.I.A. INQUIRY SESSIONS – These sessions are for people of other faiths who have an interest in the Catholic faith and adults seeking the Sacraments of First Communion and Confirmation. Beginning this Monday, Nov. 18^th, Fr. Menghini, Fr. Leonard and R.C.I.A. Teams from Wellsboro and Mansfield will join together to facilitate these sessions. Two sessions a month will be held at Holy Child Church in Mansfield – the other two sessions at St. Peter’s in Wellsboro. Anyone interested and team members are asked to gather at the Parish Center Mon., Nov. 18^th & 25^th no later than 6:30PM to carpool to Mansfield.

DATES TO REMEMBER THIS WEEK!

Monthly Nursing Home Masses – Mon., Nov. 18, 10:30AM, Broad Acres; and Wed., Nov. 20, 2:00PM, Green Home. Please join us and the residents for the celebration of Mass.

Worship Committee – Tues., Nov. 19, 7:00PM, Parish Center.

Social Concerns Committee – Wed., Nov. 20, 7:00PM, Parish Center.

Eucharistic Adoration - Every Wednesday beginning at 8:00AM, concluding at 8:00PM.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY is looking for volunteers to help finish the home in Blossburg. If you can lend a hand to complete the interior of the home, please contact Connie Gettle at Rectory:  570-724-3371.

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT – December 1^st!

St. Peter’s Closet will have Advent candles available for $3.00/set before and after the Masses next weekend and the weekend of Nov. 30^th & Dec. 1^st. These candles are for use by families in their homes throughout the Advent season.  Special prayers will also be made available.

Advent is a season of waiting. Consider stopping the rush of Christmas shopping and preparation – stop in anytime every Wednesday throughout Advent for Eucharistic Adoration. No hourly commitment, just spend a few moments in silent prayer, rosary, and/or scriptural reading before the Blessed Sacrament. 

COMING SOON!  St. Peters Annual “Giving Tree” is your opportunity to bring holiday joy to the less fortunate in our community.  Take an ornament from the Giving Tree and find the name of an elderly shut-in or needy child who will appreciate your thoughtful gift ($10-$15 price range).  Watch for the tree in the back of the Church the weekend of Nov. 30^th and Dec. 1^st and be sure to take an ornament.

The Pastoral Council is in the process of developing a survey.  When complete, it will be used to encourage new membership in the many service activities of our parish.  Following is a list of the Committees and numerous ministries at St. Peter’s.  The list, however, may not be complete.  If you are a member of a committee or ministry that you feel is not described properly or if the ministry you serve is omitted, please contact Midge at Rectory:  570-724-3371.  As soon as the list of service activities is completed, a survey will be made available to all members of our parish.

Committees:  Building & Grounds, Cemetery, Finance, Hospitality, Social Concerns, and Worship.

Ministries:  Baby-sitting, Religious Education – Pre-school – 8; Grades 9-12; First Communion and Confirmation; Crossing Guard, RCIA, Music Ministry – 7:00PM, 8:30AM and 11:00AM Masses; Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Altar Server, Usher, Weekly Eucharistic Adoration, Men’s Breakfast, Faith Sharing, RENEW, Bible Study, Prison Visitation, Middle School and High School Youth Ministry, Transportation, St. Peter’s Closet, Morris Rattlesnake Hunt, and Laurel Festival Fruit Booth.

Please pray for our sick and their caregivers.

LAST WEEK’S COLLECTION (Nov. 9-10, 2002): Of 339 envelopes mailed, 164 families used envelopes and the following was contributed - $2,953.00 to Weekly Offering plus loose change and currency of $345.00 for a Total Weekly Offering of $3,298.00; Add’l All Saints Offering, $33.00; Building Fund, $118.00; Adopt-A-Parish Program, $120.00; Votive Candle Receipts, $35.00. REMINDER to all parishioners to utilize the envelope system provided by the parish. Use of the envelope makes it possible for us to prepare a statement at the end of the year.  Please contact the Parish Office to request the monthly packet of envelopes. Blank weekly envelopes are provided at the entrances for parishioners who do not receive envelopes or for those who have forgotten theirs.