It is not easy to speak God’s word. To hold it in becomes unbearable. To speak it creates enemies. But only the truth brings inner peace. (Written by Paul Turner. Copyright 2001, Archdiocese of Chicago, Liturgy Training Publications; 1-800-933-1800; www.ltp.org)

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (Grades K-8) Classes for student's Grades K-7 are held from 9:30AM-10:40AM in the Parish Center. The 8^th Grade Class will meet Sunday evenings from 7:00PM-8:10AM in the Parish Center.

INQUIRY SESSIONS (R.C.I.A.) The Inquiry Sessions begin in September and are held Monday evenings at 7:00PM in the Parish Center. These sessions are for people of other faiths who have an interest in the Catholic faith and for adult Catholics seeking First Communion and Confirmation. This phase of the R.C.I.A. does not require a commitment. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Menghini. (724-3371)

ADULT EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY! St. Peter’s welcomes the Deacon Dr. Morris Smith who will lead an in-depth scripture study on the second Saturday of each month, beginning on Sept. 14^th. Each session will take place in the Parish Center from 9AM-NOON. Bring a Bible and notebook. An offering will be taken to assist Deacon Smith in his ministry. Please consider taking advantage of this opportunity to break open the Word of God! We will begin our study with Paul's Letter to the Ephesians.

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP! All youth in grades 6-8 are invited to join us on Mon., Sept. 2^nd (Labor Day) at 7:00PM in the Parish Center to give your input for our Fall and Winter activities. This is YOUR Youth Group, so we need YOUR ideas. Please come and share with us!

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP! - The planning meeting for upcoming activities will be held on Mon., Sept. 2^nd (Labor Day) at 8:00PM in the Parish Center. "Friends, Romans, Catholics - lend me your mouths!"

FAITH SHARING GROUP FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS! We will not meet this Sun., Sept. 1^st, due to the Labor Day Holiday. The group will continue to meet on Sunday evenings at 7PM in the Music Room (off the Parish Center.) We are currently studying the Book of Romans. Please join us whenever you are able!

LIFELINE! - A culture of life - where every human life is protected, respected and celebrated - begins with a personal decision to respect the dignity of others. But it will take much more than that. We must bear this culture to others through our words and actions, and work for public policies that support human life and human dignity. Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities

A BIG "THANK YOU!" - to those who made the Parish Picnic last Sunday a special event! The "Burger King" John Banik came through again! Thank you to our young adults, Maggie Kovalcik, Mike Bilder and Jake Luer for sharing their recent experiences with us, and to Mary Nance and Stephanie Glavin for coordinating the kid's games. Congratulations to Jakob Nance, the 2002 "Pie Eating Champion!"

LABOR DAY MASS SCHEDULE! Mon., Sept. 3^rd, 9:00AM, St. Peter's. Come celebrate the holiday with thanksgiving to God, the source of our labors. Please note: The Parish Office will be closed for the holiday.

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

"RATTTLESNAKE ROUND-UP" APPRECIATION PICNIC - Sun., Sept. 8^th, 2PM at Sacred Heart Church in Morris. Meat and drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish-to-pass and your own table setting. All volunteers are invited to attend.

MOTHER'S PRAYER GROUP - will resume meeting on Fri., Sept. 6^th at 10:00AM in the Parish Center. At this first meeting we will discuss when and how often to meet as well as suggestions for meeting 'content'. Mothers of all ages are welcome. Please bring your children.

EVENING PRAYER FOR PEACE - All are invited to an ecumenical prayer service on Wed., Sept. 11^th, 7:00PM, at St. Peter's Church. We will mark this anniversary as a time to remember, and to pray for a more just and peaceful world.

COMMUNITY SERVICE September, 11, 2002, 8:30AM at the Wellsboro Court House. Sponsored by the American Legion. All are invited.

ST. PETER'S MEN'S BREAKFAST will resume Sat., Sept. 14^th at 8:00AM in the Parish Center. All men of the parish are invited to join us monthly for prayer and fellowship. Questions? Dio deGuzman (Rectory: 570-724-3371).

JAIL MINISTRY - We are in great need of volunteers for the prison ministry at the Tioga County jail. A commitment of one and a half hours each Monday evening allows us to bring the Good News to those in need. For more information, please contact Dio or Marilyn deGuzman (Rectory: 570-724-3371).

GARDENERS! If you have flowers that can be cut and used in the Church, please contact Sue Singer (Rectory: 570-724-3371).

MASS INTENTIONS - Please consider this special gift of prayer for living or deceased family members and friends. Birth, death and anniversary dates are perfect occasions to consider scheduling A Mass. Please call or stop by the rectory.

PARISH REGISTRATION! St. Peter/Sacred Heart welcomes all newcomers to our church. We invite you to register for parish membership by contacting Father Menghini or the Parish Office (724-3371). Registered Members are asked to contact the Parish Office with changes in address so census files can be kept current.

MARRIAGE & BAPTISM! If you are planning marriage or the baptism of a child in the future, please contact Father Menghini for information about sacramental preparation. Adults seeking baptism, confirmation or church membership are also asked to contact Father.

The millions of couples who use NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING praise it, and know that it is good for their marriages and for their life of faith. Classes are available in our area by contacting parishioners, Bruce & Mary Nance at 662-2561.

Please pray for our sick and their caregivers.

LAST WEEK’S COLLECTION (Aug. 24-25, 2002): Of 336 envelopes mailed, the following was contributed - $2,529.00 to Weekly Offering plus loose change and currency of $ 470.00 for a Total Weekly Offering of $2,999.00; Adopt-A-Parish Program, $87.00; Building Fund, $107.00; Feast of the Assumption, $20.00; Votive Candle Receipts, $59.00. 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.