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St. Peter Roman Catholic Church Mission Statement

Our mission is to proclaim the Kingdom of God by living the Gospel of Jesus Christ through Word, Sacrament, and Service as taught by the Roman Catholic Church. St. Peter Parish is a community of dedicated Catholics centered on the Eucharist, which is the source and the summit of all that we do and hope to become.

PARISH SACRAMENTS

SACRAMENT OF THE MOST HOLY EUCHARIST

As a parish, the Holy Sacrifice of the

Mass is central to who we are and what we do. Normal Mass Times are listed on the front of the

bulletin. Please contact the office for special Mass

times during Lent and Holy Days of Obligation. To receive your First Holy Communion, contact the

Parish Office, 896-9408.

SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION Essential to the Christian Life, the

Sacrament of Confession is where we come into contact with Christ who wishes to heal and bless us.

Regular Confession is an integral part of practicing

our Faith and experiencing the peace and joy of a

personal relationship with Jesus. 30 minutes before

every Mass, the Sacrament of Confession is offered.

If you need to receive the Sacrament of Confession for the first time, contact the Parish Office, 896-

9408.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Through the waters of Baptism, the new

Christian enters the Church and is given Eternal Life. If you would like to have your infant baptized,

please contact the Parish Office at least 2-4 months

prior to the baby’s due date so that there is enough time to complete preparation for the Sacrament.

Parents should be registered,

participating members of the Parish Family. Candidates for Sponsors (Godparents) should be

attending Mass regularly. Both parents and sponsors

will attend a Baptismal Seminar before they receive

the Baptismal Packet which must be received before

an approved date is scheduled.

If you are a parent or an adult seeking the Sacrament of Baptism, please contact the Parish

Office, 896-9408.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE In the beginning, God created mankind

as one, male and female. Christ elevated this union to the level of a Sacrament, an image of His own love

for His Bride, The Church. Our Parish Family is

made up of many beautiful marriages who enrich the Church and the world. Couples discerning the

vocation of Holy Matrimony should contact the

Parish Office to begin the journey of preparing for their new life together no later than 6-9 months prior

to the desired wedding date.

SACRAMENT OF ANOINTING OF THE SICK AND FUNERAL/BURIAL

ARRANGEMENTS The Church and her Sacraments

accompany us at every moment of our life. When

we are very sick or nearing the end of this life, we receive the healing of Christ through Anointing of

the Sick. Please contact the Parish Office, 896-9408,

to make an appointment. Also, contact the office before you

contact anyone else in making funeral arrangements.

We will lovingly guide you through that most difficult time.

NEW PARISHIONERS WELCOME Please fill out a census card (located near the doors

of the church), call the Parish Office or register

online at the church website: www.sprcc.org.

Parish Secretary, Bulletin Editor & Safe Environment Coordinator Patricia Blumrich . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . 896-9408

Parish Receptionist Carol Allemond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 896-9408

Faith Formation Coordinator Mark Bennett..... . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] or 896-9408

Parish Bookkeeper & Cemetery Manager Cindy Courville.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408

Principal of Carencro Catholic School Andre` Angelle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 896-8973

Perpetual Adoration Coordinators Gloria Matte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 658-3759 Melinda Devillier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . 896-1334 Grant Fenske . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . 510-0134

Sacred Music Coordinator Dr. Michael Totaro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9408

Natural Family Planning Kirk & Jessica Guilbeau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 886-1437

Pro-Life Coordinator Cheryl Boullion . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Come, Lord Jesus Coordinator Pamela Lazzaro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Women of Grace Facilitator Karol Meynard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected] or 257-9467

Catholic Daughters Bonita Blanchard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-2400

Bonne Mort Society Noreen Breaux . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 896-8780

Knights of Columbus Matt Arceneaux, Grand Knight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . [email protected]

Altar Servers Matt Arceneaux .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

St. Vincent De Paul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-9499

God’s Little Dusters Rose Richard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 896-6278

Coordinators of Ushers Mark Prejean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . 277-4215

Prayer Line Debbie Young. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 896-0908

Unplanned Pregancy For Free Confidential Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . 289-9366

Parish Pastoral Council Members Jody Baudoin, Chair, Corey Bordelon, Vice-Chair, Matthew Arceneaux, John Bergeron, Dr. Rick Feucht, Barney Lejeune, Claire Lavergne, Youth, Linus Cortez, Finance Committee Chair, Bob Simpson, Finance Committee Vice Chair, Burt Arceneaux, Frank Connolly, Parish Trustees

OFFICE HOURS: Monday –Thursday: 8am -12noon, 1pm-4pm Friday: 8am-12noon

Approved August 19, 2014 Fr. Mark P. Ledoux Pastor

VOLUME 953 NUMBER 952

MARK YOUR

CALENDAR

MONDAY – SEPTEMBER 22 6:30AM – Mass

TUESDAY – SEPTEMBER 23 6:30AM – Mass 2:00PM – 8:40PM – Parish Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions [Parish Hall] 6:00PM – Choir Practice [Church] 6:00PM – St. Pio Devotion at the St. Pio Shrine 6:30PM – Children’s RCIA [Carencro Catholic School Cafeteria]

WEDNESDAY – SEPTEMBER 24 6:30AM – Mass 2:00PM – 8:40PM – Parish Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions [Parish Hall] 5:30PM - Overeaters Anonymous [Parish Hall-Upper Room] 6:30PM – Neocatechumenal Way

THURSDAY – SEPTEMBER 25 6:30AM – Mass 2:00PM – 8:40PM – Parish Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions [Parish Hall] 6:30PM – K-8th Grade Faith Formation [Carencro Catholic School Gymnasium]

FRIDAY – SEPTEMBER 26 6:30AM – Mass 2:00PM – 8:40PM – Parish Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions [Parish Hall]

SATURDAY – SEPTEMBER 27 10:00AM – 4:40PM – Parish Pictorial Directory Photo Sessions [Parish Hall] 4:00PM – Mass

SUNDAY – SEPTEMBER 28 7:00AM, 10:00AM, 5:30PM Mass EXTRAORDINARY FORM 1:00 PM

FATHER LEDOUX’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER WORSHIP: As a community of faith, may we actively contemplate the Exaltation of the Holy Cross of Jesus Christ within the mystery of

the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass through the intercession of Our Lady of Sorrows. FAITH FORMATION: At the start of this Catechism year we pray for the Parents and Youth of our Parish Faith Formation program. May

this year be a fruitful one that binds parent and child closer to each other and to the Heart of Christ and His Church. EVANGELIZATION: May the women journeying together in the ‘Women of Grace’ study program find spiritual, emotional and

mental nurturing as they seek to embrace the gift of authentic femininity, spiritual motherhood, and dignity as daughters of God. SOCIAL JUSTICE: For our Christian brothers and sisters and other innocent victims striving to survive, protect their children and live with

dignity amidst the ongoing violence in Iraq, Syria and Gaza and throughout the Middle East, the cradle of Christianity, who urgently need the prayerful assistance of the Catholic community. BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES: Through parishioner participation at the scheduled “Listening Sessions” may our parish leadership

teams be informed and guided in considering all aspects of the present and future needs of our parish.

SAINT PETER ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

SEPTEMBER 21, 2014

HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER UNIVERSAL INTENTION: That the mentally

disabled may receive the love and help they need for a dignified life.

FOR EVANGELIZATION: That Christians,

inspired by the Word of God, may serve the poor and suffering.

ST. PIO OF PIETRELCINA

Feast September 23rd Padre Pio was born Francesco Forgione on May 25, 1887, in

Pietrelcina, Italy, into a simple peasant family. At the age of 15 he entered the Capuchin Franciscan Friars, and was ordained a priest in 1910. In September 1916 he was assigned to the Friary in San Giovanni Rotondo in central italy, where he lived for the rest of his life. After celebrating morning Mass on September 20, 1918, during his prayers of thanksgiving before the Crucifix, Padre Pio received the "Stigmata". His hands, feet and side were pierced with the nail marks and the lance wound of the Crucified Christ. Doctors estimated that for the next 50 years he lost a cup of blood every day. His five wounds were deep, bleeding and painful, but completely free of inflammation and swelling. News of his holiness spread rapidly. Millions of people attended his Masses. He received letters from believers all over the world who asked for his saintly counsel. Countless were attracted to his confessional, where he celebrated the Sacrament of Penance for as many as 16 hours a day. People waited as much as two weeks to have him hear their confession. His whole life was marked by long hours of prayer, continual sacrifice, and strict austerity. He had a very deep union with God, a burning love for the Holy Eucharist, and a fervent devotion to Our Blessed Mother. Worn out by half a century of intense suffering and constant apostolic activity in San Giovanni Rotondo, Padre Pio was called to his heavenly reward on September 23, 1968. He was canonized a Saint by Pope John Paul II on June 16, 2002. Today his tomb is the most visited shrine in Europe, surpassing even Fatima and Lourdes. Excerpted from www.catholicculture.org

PRAYER FOR SAINT PIO'S INTERCESSION

Gracious God, You generously blessed Your servant, Padre Pio, with the gifts of the Spirit. You marked his body with the five wounds of Christ Crucified, as a powerful witness to the saving Passion and Death of Your Son, and as a stirring inspiration to many people of Your infinite mercy, forgiveness and love. In the confessional, Padre Pio labored endlessly for the salvation of souls. Through his prayerful intercession, many who suffered were healed of sickness and disease. Endowed with the gift of discernment, he could read people's hearts. From the blood of his wounds came a perfumed fragrance, a special sign of Your Holy Presence. With dignity and intense devotion, he celebrated daily Mass, inviting countless men and women to a greater union with Jesus Christ, in the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. Through the intercession of Saint Pio, I confidently beseech You to grant me the grace of (here state your petition). Help me to imitate his example of prayerful holiness and compassion, so that I, too, may faithfully follow the Risen Lord, and one day rejoice in the Kingdom, where You live and reign forever and ever. Amen. Prayer Source: Saint Pio of Pietrelcina by Capuchin Franciscan Friars, Capuchin Franciscan Friars, 2003

THESE ARE EXCITING TIMES

AT ST. PETER PARISH!

Celebrating our Heritage, Preserving our Future There comes a time in every parish, where the future must be examined

in order for the mission to come fully alive. For St. Peter Parish, now is that time!

Fr. Ledoux and the Steering Committee are grateful to all of our parishioners who attended the Listening Sessions and the Town Hall Meeting to learn about the Master Plan proposal for repairs and upgrades to our parish facilities. Thank you for your input, ideas and suggestions.

PLEASE PARTICIPATE IN THIS SURVEY.

NOW IS THE TIME! WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU!

“JESUS, I TRUST IN YOU”

Jesus to St. Faustina: "Write, speak of My mercy. Tell souls where they are to look for solace; that is, in the Tribunal of Mercy [the Sacrament of Reconciliation]. There the greatest miracles take place [and] are incessantly repeated. To avail oneself of

this miracle, it is not necessary to go on a great pilgrimage or to carry out some external ceremony; it suffices to come with faith to the feet of My representative and to reveal to him one's misery, and the miracle of Divine Mercy will be fully demonstrated. Were a soul like a decaying corpse so that from a human standpoint, there would be no [hope of] restoration and everything would already be lost, it is not so with God. The miracle of Divine Mercy restores that soul in full. Oh, how miserable are those who do not take advantage of the miracle of God's mercy! You will call out in vain, but it will be too late." (Diary, 1448)

140TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE EDITION

PARISH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY!

A new directory: Preserves this special time in the life of St.

Peter Catholic Church parish Becomes a lasting record of our current

parishioners Introduces St. Peter Catholic Church to friends,

the community and new parishioners Encourages community by helping us connect

faces with names

Every family photographed receives a COMPLIMENTARY 140TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE EDITION PARISH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY and a FREE 8X10

portrait. You can sign up for photography online at our parish website at sprcc.org, by calling the Parish Office or by filling out the form in your pew & returning it to the Parish Office.

PHOTOGRAPHY DATES: Tuesday – Saturday, September 23rd – 27th

PHOTOGRAPHY TIMES: Tuesday – Friday: 2:00pm to 8:40pm Saturday: 10:00am to 4:40pm

For your convenience, all photography and portrait viewing will take place at our Parish Hall with NO sitting fee.

Our 140th Anniversary Committee is looking forward to seeing you in our special 140TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE EDITION PARISH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY. They are encouraging 100% participation!

AVAILABLE DISCOUNTS If you choose to order additional portraits the following discounts are available: 20% Discount for MILITARY members (active or retired) 20% SENIOR Discount (60 & over) (these two discounts cannot be combined) FEED THE NEED-$5-off coupon, in exchange for a non- perishable food item to benefit our St. Vincent de Paul Center.

On the weekend of October 4th & 5th we will

conduct a Parish Survey at all Masses in order to

provide parishioners who may not have been able to

attend these meeting an opportunity to provide

their input, ideas and suggestions.

FAITH FORMATIOn updates

PROGRAM K-8 FORMATION 9-11 CONFIRMATION CHILDREN’S RCIA RCIA

TIMES: 6:30-7:30 6:45-8:00 6:30-7:30 6:30-8:00

DAYS: Thursdays Sundays Tuesdays Wednesdays

FIRST CLASS: Sept 25 NEXT CLASS - Sept 21 Sept 23 NEXT CLASS - Sept 17

LOCATION: Carencro Catholic

Gym and Music Rm

St. Joseph Hall Carencro Catholic

Cafeteria

Carencro Catholic

Cafeteria

CLASSES FOR: K-8 students, and

Non-Catholic School Students

for First Communion, (Parents)

All 9th-11th Graders

and their (Parents)

Students 10 yrs+ for Baptism and First

Communion

Adults to become Catholic, Baptism, First Communion,

Confirmation, Faith Renewal.

EUCHARISTIC ADORERS NEEDED!

PLEASE CONSIDER SPENDING AN HOUR WITH JESUS

Eucharistic Adoration is an especially grace-filled call Our Adoration Chapel is in need of adorers (prayer partners).

Would you be available on:

Sunday: 6:00am, 10:00am, 12noon, 1:00pm, 2:00pm; Monday: 12noon Tuesday: 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, 2:00pm; Wednesday: 7:00am, 5:00pm Thursday: 7:00am, 10:00pm; Friday: 5:00am; 7:00am Saturday: 11:00am, 12 noon, 1:00pm, 6:00pm

URGENT NEED: Sunday: 5:00am, 12:00noon, 11:00pm

Our Chapel is also in need of someone to

substitute on an as-needed basis.

Contact Gloria Matte at 658-3759

for more information or to sign up.

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION ~ IN THANKSGIVING

The Adorers of Perpetual Adoration wish to thank Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament for the following favor:

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+++PLEASE PICK UP FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS IN PARISH OFFICE OR DOWNLOAD OFF WEBSITE+++

PARISH PASTORIAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS St. Peter Church Parish is in need of three (3) new Parish Pastoral Council members (two adult & one youth). All parishioners are encouraged

to pray about and consider running for a seat on the Council. Anyone interested should send a short resume and a photo to the Parish Office by noon on Tuesday, September 23rd. The election will be held on the weekend of September 27th & 28th.

St. Peter Parish is in need of an electric golf cart in good working condition. If you can help with this need please contact Fr. Ledoux or his secretary, Patricia, at the parish office.

BENEFIT FOR MR. FREDDIE GASPARD

The John Paul the Great Volleyball team will be dedicating their last home game of the 2014 season to Mr. Freddie Gaspard, father of senior athlete Katy Gaspard. Mr. Freddie was recently diagnosed with ALS, and has been bravely battling this disease for some time. The volleyball team will be selling large fried catfish dinners at the game and donating all proceeds from this and the game to Mr. Freddie and his family. The game will be held on Friday, October 3 at 5:00pm on the JPG campus at 1522 Carmel Drive, Lafayette. To pre-order dinners, make a donation, or for more information call the JPG main office at (337) 889-5345. Mr. Freddie has given countless hours of time, talent, and treasure to John Paul the Great Academy and has always done so with a smile on his face. Anyone who has met Mr. Freddie understands the tremendous and indescribable gift he is to our school. We invite everyone to come

and support this generous, joyful man. If you are unable to attend the game but would like to make a donation to Mr. Freddie and his family you may do so by contributing to a Penny Pincher Account set up in the name of Mr. Freddie Gaspard; Account # 1292979 at Rayne State Bank. Contributions can be made at any Rayne State Bank branch or by mail to Rayne State Bank; 4200 N. University Ave.; Carencro, LA 70520.

FIRST COMMUNION HAS 2 DISTINCT TRACKS: There is a distinction for Sacramental Preparation between Catholic School / Catholic Homeschool and Non-Catholic Public and Private School students due to the fact that their academic curriculum includes the study of the Catholic faith.

Track 1: Sacramental Formation {For Non-Catholic School students (Public, Private, Home)}

++These students are enrolled in K-8 Faith Formation They attend class and are assessed once a month. (They are to follow all guidelines for K-8 Faith Formation)

Track 2: Sacramental Enrichment {For Catholic School students (including Catholic Homeschool)}

++These students participate fully in the Sacramental Preparation Program apart from the monthly Faith Formation classes. They are not considered enrolled in K-8 Faith Formation.

++Parents are to come to three of the Family Faith Formation nights. (preferably the meetings in Advent and 2 in Lent) For more info. on any Faith Formation program contact Mark Bennett, Faith Formation Coordinator at [email protected]

CJC SANCTITY SERIES: Navigating the Spiritual Life by Using the Means to Holiness

A Series of lectures designed to help Catholics grow in their spiritual lives will be held on select Fridays at Our Lady of Sorrows Retreat Center, 103 Railroad Avenue, St. Martinville.

Topics and dates are as follows: Living the Theological Virtues (Sept. 26); Practicing the Moral

Virtues (Oct. 3); Growing in Prayer (Oct. 10); Seeking Spiritual

Direction (Oct. 24); Spiritual Reading and Spiritual Grouping (Nov.

7); Living the Sacrament of the Moment and Cultivating a

Desire for God (Nov. 14); Examination of Conscience and Living

by a Holy Rule (Nov. 21).

The Friday lectures are from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. There is no cost and no registration required.

For more info. call Fr. Champagne, CJC at (337) 394-6550.

LADIES! Come Join Us for “Full of Grace: Women and the Abundant Life Foundational Study"

NEXT SESSION:

Thursday, October 2, 2014; 9:30 – 11:30am OR 6:00 – 8:00pm

St. Peter Parish Hall, Carencro, LA

EMBRACING THE GIFT OF AUTHENTIC FEMININITY AS DAUGHTERS OF GOD

Women…Find your purpose and feed your soul!

Call the parish office for more information.

CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?

Carencro Catholic School will be holding our annual Fall Fest on Saturday, October 11, 2014. This is an adult only event with food, music, auctions, and fun! Call school for more information or to purchase tickets for the event: 896-8973.

Carencro Catholic School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in admissions or employment.

CARENCRO CATHOLIC SCHOOL

PHONE: 337-896-8973 FAX: 337-896-1931

Scripture

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the LORD (Isaiah 55:6)

The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, (Psalm 245:18)

For to me life is Christ, and death is gain. (Philippians 1:21)

Thus, the last will be first, and the first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16)

Seek the LORD while He may be found, call Him while He is near. (Isaiah 55:9)

Reflection Is your goal in seeking God to find what you expect to

find? Why do you seek Jesus? What are you looking for? How may death be “gain?” Where is your journey

taking you? When is God near? How do you “call upon” God?

“O God,” I said, and that was all. But what are the prayers of the whole universe more than an expansion of that one cry? It is not what God can give us, but God that we want. (George MacDonald) 1 1Pratt, Lonni Collins, and Homan, Fr. Daniel, OSB, Benedict’s Way – an ancient monk’s insight for a balanced life, Loyola Press: Chicago, 2000, p. 40.

USHER’S POT LUCK SUPPER

The Usher’s Pot Luck Supper will

beheld on Saturday, October 7th

at

7:00pm in the Parish Hall. Please

bring your favorite dish and join us for

an evening of fellowship. We are in

need of additional ushers and would

like to invite anyone who may be interested in this

ministry to join us for the pot luck supper.

GOD’S LITTLE DUSTERS – THANK YOU

God’s Little Dusters would like to thank an anonymous donor for their very generous donation. God bless you for your generosity.

ST. PIO OF PIETRELCINA

Feast September 23rd

ST. PIO DEVOTION

On Tuesday, September 23rd, the Feast Day of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, a first-class relic of St. Pio will be available for veneration in the church on the Altar of the Blessed Virgin Mary near the image of St. Pio after the 6:00am morning Mass. The Rosary, along with Prayer to St. Pio, will be recited on Tuesday, September 23rd at 6:00pm at the St. Pio Shrine located behind the parking lot in back of the church. Everyone is invited and encouraged to join us in veneration of and prayer to this great Saint of the Church.

“Pray, HoPe, and don’t worry”

~St. Pio of Pietrelcina

PRAYER FOR OUR TROOPS

Almighty and eternal God, those who take refuge in You will be glad and forever will shout for joy. Protect these soldiers as they discharge their duties. Protect them with the shield of Your strength and keep them safe from all evil and harm. May the power of Your love enable them to return home in safety, that with all

who love them, they may ever praise You for Your loving care. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2014

OFFERING TOTAL $8,199.25 Build. & Maint. $71.46 St. Vincent de Paul $244.50 Insurance Donations $706.75 Catholic University of America $263.45

“The promotion of the practice of stewardship is important for the mission of the Church and for the spiritual well-being of each individual Christian. Everyone benefits from the sacrificial gift one makes of his time, talent, and treasure.” ~Pope Benedict XVI

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS DONATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP! BECAUSE OF YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT, WE HAVE A WONDERFUL

PLACE OF WORSHIP.

A STEWARDSHIP MOMENT From an early age, we tend to distort the concept of “fairness”: “I am good. I deserve good things. I am not receiving good things?” Something must be wrong. Who’s going to fix it?” We also know the age-old expression: “Who ever said life was fair?” Jesus knew this expression when He offered His parable in today’s Gospel reading. Christian stewards acknowledge, with humility, that they receive good things from the Lord in abundance; even if these gifts are not the ones they think they need when they need them. Consider which servants you identify with most in the Gospel reading, the ones who demand “fairness”, or that at final servant who, seemingly, deserves the least.

ROSARY FOR PEACE

The Rosary for peace for our country and our soldiers will be prayed every Thursday before 6:30 a.m. Mass.

PRAY FOR A PRIEST EACH DAY!

For the week of September 22nd – September 28th: September 22 Rev. Gayle Nunez September 23 Rev. Anselm Ofodum September 24 Rev. John O’Hallaran, SSJ September 25 Rev. Paul Onuegbe September 26 Rev. Paul Osterle, SJ September 27 Rev. Anthony Ostini, SJ September 28 Rev. Jose Padinjarepeedika, CMI

Eternal Father, we lift up to You these and all the priests of the world. Sanctify them. Heal and guide them. Mold them into the likeness of Your Son, Jesus, the Eternal High Priest. May their lives be pleasing to You. In Jesus’’ name we pray. Amen.

FLOWERS LEFT MAIN ALTAR

In memory of EmmaLou, Willis, Felix & Charles Dalana Families by Linda & Family

RIGHT MAIN ALTAR In memory of Clavelle & Lajaunie Families & Alex Clavelle (DA)

by Wife & Family BLESSED MOTHER

In memory of Joyce, Sidney & The Dugas Family by Dugas Family

ST. JOSEPH In memory of Jo & Esther Broussard

by Broussard & Dugas Family ST. ANNE

In memory of Danielle & James Thibodeaux (DA) by the Family

SACRED HEART In memory of Dewey Brown & Melissa Cooper

by the Family

FLOWER DONORS

If you or your family would like to donate flowers for our church in memory of your loved ones contact Martha Trahan at 896-4187. It is a blessing to see flowers given in remembrance of a loved one during Mass. Everyone is thankful for the loyal flower donors that have donated flowers for the altars over the years to make our church such a special place to Worship!

IN MEMORIAM SANCTUARY LIGHT

In Memory of Tim Fontenot by Mom & Pa

ALL MASS INTENTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON

THURSDAY MORNINGS FROM 8:00AM TILL 12:00 NOON.

MASS INTENTIONS

MONDAY September 22 6:30AM - Lucien & Grace Tauzin & Living & deceased members of Tauzin Family; Laura & Shannon (WA); Mark Simon (BD & DA)

TUESDAY - September 23 6:30AM - M/M Alexandre Arceneaux, Jr. (Her BD) & Lucius; Natalie Berza by Bonne Mort Society

WEDNESDAY - September 24 6:30AM - Loretta Begnaud Trahan; Rita Gilbert by Bonne Mort Society; Emmeline (BD)

THURSDAY - September 25 6:30AM - All the Holy Souls in Purgatory; Mr. Gotro; Paul Connolly

FRIDAY - September 26 6:30AM - For the living & deceased members of the Bonne Mort Society by Bonne Mort Society; Sherilyn Webster (BD); Millie Billeaud; Asa (BD)

SATURDAY - September 27 4:00PM - Riolan Coussan & deceased members of Coussan Family; Allen “Al” Bourgeois; Jo Ann Phillips, James Veazey & Irvin Phillips; Sidney & Joyce Dugas; Waton Bourque & Earlene B. Blue; Kerman Auster (DA); Gladys & Henry Guilbeau (His BD); Norbert Conque; Mercedes F. Prejean, Emick & Lovenia Prejean; Ervin Brasseaux; Anita & Rhule Guidry; Margaret Kibodeaux (WA); Hazel Kidder & M/M Emile Kidder; Mrs. Agnes Bourque; M/M Jules Marmottin, Sr. & Daughters; Darrel Young & M/M Lanned Young

SUNDAY - September 28 7:00AM - M/M Richard Truax & deceased members of Truax & McMillan Families; Bella Benoit; Melancon, Connolly & Fontenot Families; Edna Belle Fusilier, Kurt Bernard & Frank Daigle; Douglas Harper; Andrea Beth Lejeune 10:00AM - Parishioners 5:30PM - M/M Fernand Bernard & Ruth; Haywood J. & C. J. Brasseaux, M/M Otto Stelly & Romain Brasseaux; Andrew Bowie; M/M John Kidder, Ellerine & Gloria; Lazzaro Family & Soileau Family; Loretta Begnaud Trahan; Josh & Sandra; Darrel Young & M/M Lanned Young

PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND & ROME

February 10-20, 2015

This 11-day trip will be a very special experience that includes access that the public rarely gets! Walk where Jesus and the Apostles walked. Begin Lent with a memorable Mass in Rome! You’ll never read or hear the Bible or consider your faith the same again! For more info contact Mark Wyble at [email protected] or 816-233-8427.