PARISH
INFORMATION
Parish Office...................................................................... (864)
268-4352
Rectory............................................................................... (864)
244-7799
Fax ................................................................................. (864)
322-2239
Prayer Request Line............................................................ (864)
331-3936
E. Mail .......................................................................
Website.......................................................... www.princeofpeacesc.org
Reverend
Monsignor Steven L. Brovey,V.F., Pastor 268-4352
padre.slb@princeofpeacesc.org
Deacon
Gary Walczak.......................................... 331-3907
gary.walczak@princeofpeacesc.org
Deacon
Bob Smith............................................... 268-4352
Administrative Staff
Parish Business Administrator.......................................... 331-3908
Office Manager
Patti King: patti.king@princeofpeacesc.org.................. 331-3901
Assistant to the Pastor
Bebe Norris: bebe.norris@princeofpeacesc.org
........ 268-4352
Bookkeeper:
Irene Ponce: irene.ponce@princeofpeacesc.org....... 331-3902
Pastoral Staff
Director of Pastoral Ministry to the Sick.......................... 331-3907
Director of Religious Education
Nancy Chandler .......................................................... 331-3919
nancy.chandler@princeofpeacesc.org
Director of
Adult & High School Catechesis
John Marigliano jrmarigliano@mac.com ............. 331-3903
Director of Music
Parish Organist:
Dewitt Tipton............................................. 331-3906
Prince of
Child
Development Center.................................................... 331-2145
Principal: Dr. Michael Pennell.............................................. 331-3912
Secretary: Jennifer Simpson............................................... 331-3911
Diocesan Office
of Prayer & Worship............................... 268-4352
Catholic
Charities of the Piedmont.................................... 242-2233
New
Parishioners:
Welcome! Please pick up an Information Packet and register as part of our parish family.
Various facilities and services are available to our active members, including use of the church for baptisms, weddings, and other sacramental events, as well as parishioner status in parochial schools. Active membership is determined by the following criteria: Being properly registered for a sufficient period of time; faithful attendance at Mass on Sundays and Holy Days; use of the envelope system in regular support of the parish; and being active in at least one parish program, ministry or organization.
Sacraments
Baptism: Please call the office for
information about the Baptismal Preparation Class. Baptisms are scheduled on
the first and third Sundays.
RCIA (Convert Classes): Please call Msgr.
Brovey for information about adults becoming Catholic.
Marriage Preparation: Please call Bebe
Norris at least six months in advance about Marriage Preparation Classes and
requirements for the Sacrament of Marriage.
Anointing of the Sick: Please call the
parish office to receive the Sacrament of the Sick prior to surgery or when
gravely ill. After Office Hours
Emergencies: Please call 282-0120 for emergency calls to reach a priest for
final anointing.
Sick, Hospitalized & Homebound:
Please call Deacon Gary Walczak to receive Holy Communion when entering the
hospital or when homebound.
Mass
Schedule
INTENTIONS AND WEEKLY DEVOTIONS
May 17, 2008
Saturday 5:30PM Richard Cleary (D)
May 18, 2008 – Most Holy Trinity
Sunday 9:00AM Michael & Jennie Sczepanik(D)
11:00AM Don & Tess Donelson (D)
1:00PM Spanish Mass
5:30PM Rev. Charlie Page (D)
Altar Flowers
were donated this weekend by Christina Mauritz in memory of Virginia Mauritz.
May 19, 2008
Monday 7:00PM Novena
May 20, 2008
Tuesday 7:00AM Henry Holseberg (D)
May 21, 2008
Wednesday 9:00AM Bertha Breazeale (D)
10:00AM Confessions
May 22, 2008
Thursday 7:00AM Henry Holseberg (D)
7:00PM Solemn
Vespers /
May 23, 2008
Friday 7:00AM Special Intention (D)
May 24, 2008
Saturday 5:30PM Lourdu Mary Philip (D)
May 25, 2008 – Most Holy Body & Blood
of Christ
Sunday 9:00AM K of C Deceased (D)
11:00AM U. S. Military (L&D)
1:00PM Spanish Mass
5:30PM Bill & Jean Alston (D)
Bread & Wine/Altar Flowers
Call the parish office to arrange donations.
Scripture Readings
|
Sunday |
Ex 34: 4b-6, 8-9; 2 Cor 13:11-13; Jn
3: 16-18 |
|
Monday |
Jas 3:13-18; Mk 9:14-29 |
|
Tuesday |
Jas 4:1-10; Mk 9:30-37 |
|
Wednesday |
Jas 4: 13-17; Mk 9: 38-40 |
|
Thursday |
Jas 5: 1-6; k 9: 41-50 |
|
Friday |
Jas 5: 9-12; Mk 10: 1-12 |
|
Saturday |
Jas 5: 13-20; Mk 10: 13-16 |
|
Sunday |
Dt 8:2-3, 14b-16a; 1 Cor 10: 16-17; Jn
6:51-58 |
On Sunday, May 25, the Church celebrates the Solemnity
of Corpus Christi to celebrate and reaffirm our belief in the Real Presence of
Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament. In preparation for this great feast, the
Guild of St. Thomas Aquinas (Adoration Chapel Members) will gather to celebrate
Solemn Vespers at 7PM on Thursday, May 22, followed by the traditional
Perpetual adoration
“From
His fullness we have all received,
grace
in place of grace.” (Jn 1:16)
Please prayerfully consider adoring weekly
for Sundays at 7AM. Always remember to check with your prayer partner, or get a
substitute if you are unable to adore during your assigned hour. Please contact
Sick and
Homebound
Please pray for: Katherine & Keith Brown, Bill Casey, George Curry, Marge Doran, Richard & Marie Elias, William & Ann Gibbs, Gerry Glacken, Nicholas Hapstack, Dorothy Hayes, Harriet Loftis, Harry Macchia, Mary Jane Masters, Clothilda McGrath, Lisa Roberts, and Beverly Ryan.
Isolation from our parish family by illness, advanced age or other circumstances, can lead to loneliness or depression. If you or a loved one will be hospitalized or is homebound, please let us know. Contact the office at 268-4352 and Deacon Gary will arrange to visit and bring Communion. It is important to let us know when someone is released from the hospital to ensure that we transition our contact with that person when they return home.
Reserved Pews for the Disabled
We kindly invite those who because of advanced age or physical impairment may need Holy Communion brought to them at Holy Mass by the priest or other minister to sit in one of the six front pews. These pews have been reserved so that those who may not be able to stand or kneel may still be able to see the altar and ambo without difficulty and to facilitate in the distribution of Holy Communion. The church has been designed so that wheelchairs may easily be positioned next to the front pews in the transept so that family members and friends may be seated right next to you. If for some reason someone is not able to walk down the nave to the front seats, an usher will gladly assist you or open the south transept door for you. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the parish office.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
Thank You to
John Marigiliano
We wish to thank John Marigliano for all his efforts as Director of Adult and High School Catechesis over the past two years. We wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
School
News
“Dear Monsignor Brovey:
It
is my pleasure to share the good news with you that Prince of Peace School
ranks among the top 10% of schools in the nation in reading and math. Thanks to
your moral support and spiritual leadership we have another significant
indicator that Catholic education in
Your
principal, Dr. Michael Pennell, has seen to it that the students in your
highest grade, Grade 6, surpassed the “cutoff scores” in both reading and math.
These minimum scores are needed for Prince of Peace to be in the top 10% of
schools in the nation.
Your
contribution toward this latest snapshot in the album of Prince of Peace
success story is invaluable in so many ways that can never be quantified. There
are no “cutoff scores” measuring the many things you do, as well as for all
that you mean to Michael and the children and parents of the school. May God
continue to bless your life and ministry.”
Sincerely and gratefully, Sr. Julia M.
Hutchison, SND, Ed. D
Superintendent of Catholic Schools,
Diocese of
Mass to be Celebrated in
The Extraordinary Form of The Roman Missal
In response to our Holy Father’s request, the 11AM Mass on June 8 and July 6 will be celebrated according to the Roman Missal of Blessed John XXIII.
Registration forms are in the narthex of the church and in the parish hall. Please complete and leave either in the envelope attached or drop off at the offices. VBS will be June 16-20 from 9AM to Noon. Fees are $25 plus your lunch choice. PLEASE NOTE: If you placed your VBS or RE registration form in the white envelope in the back of church recently, please call Nancy Chandler 331-3919.,
St. Joseph’s Scholar Award
Congratulations to Prince of Peace
parishioner and SJHS rising 9th grader, Peter Schatteman, who received
this scholarship which is awarded annually to two incoming freshman and
recognizes academic excellence.
Religious
Education – Grades K3-8
Classes Begin September 3, 2008
RE fees are $50 per child; maximum $140 per family. Make check payable to Prince of Peace Church. Class times are Wednesdays at 4:30PM or 6:30PM. Mark your time preference on your form. All new registrations require a copy of the child’s baptism certificate to be attached. For returning students, a new form is NOT necessary unless changes need to be made to your child’s personal data.
Time, talent & treasure
Offertory – 05/11/08 Envelopes Sent: 1,131
Actual Needed
Envelopes
= 458 $18,258
Electronic
transfer = 31 $730
Loose
cash $1,209
Total current offertory $20,197 $29,000
Debt Elimination = 22 $1,158 $5,100
Week Total $21,355 $34,100
Special Collection $-0-
YTD current offertory $1,076,632 $1,334,000
YTD Debt Elimination * $36,875 $122,400
*starting
12/02/2007
Outreach
Tithe Report
Last week our ten-percent tithe was given to the Diocesan Collection for Catholic Charities. This week it will go to the Poor Clares of Greenville. Next week’s recipient will be the Diocesan Collection for the Catholic Communications Campaign.
“Dear
Prince of Peace: Thank you for your most generous donation of $2,316 for the
Catholic Charities Office of Immigration in
Deacon Ed Peitler, Director
Word of Life
“The use society hopes to make of biomedical science must constantly be measured against robust and firm ethical standards. Foremost among these is the dignity of human life, for under no circumstances may a human being be manipulated or treated as a mere instrument for experimentation.” - Pope Benedict XVI, Oct. 11, 2007
Welcome New Parishioners
Andrew
& Beverly Farley,
David
Perry,
Elias
& Robin Zarate, Brushy Creek Ridge,
No Talent
Follies News
Our next meeting will be Saturday, May 24 at 10AM in Croghan Hall. We look forward and welcome all new participants willing to assist in the “behind the scenes” activities. We are encouraging all current cast members to attend this meeting since we will have individual practices this time. Our performance is September 26 at 7PM. Plan now to attend this hilarious show. Questions? Call Jean Casey at 268-7554.
K of C
Our K of C will host our annual Monte Carlo Night on June 14 at 6:30PM. All proceeds benefit our school. We’ll have Texas Hold ‘em, silent and Chinese auctions with famous auctioneer, Jake Ohlinger! Tickets available after Masses. Hors de oeuvres provided. Truly great entertainment!
Welcoming
Committee
This ministry contacts all new parishioners after
they have sent in their registration form to the parish office. We provide a
friendly voice, ministry information and answer questions. We invite and
encourage hew parishioners to become involved with our parish. We are seeking
additional ministry members. If you are interested in joining our group, please
call Chris Brafford at 877-3656.
Pro-Life Group
We are revitalizing our Pro-Life Group at
Prince of Peace. Our first meeting is Monday, June 2 at 7PM in Croghan Hall.
Refreshments provided. Please join us and bring your ideas. For information,
call Laura Russo at 608-9015 or Chris Whitley at 268-3510. Our group prays the Rosary the first Saturday
of each month at 8AM at the Grove Road Abortion Clinic. We invite you to
attend.
St. Vincent de Paul Society Update
The Society members want to thank the
parishioners for the tremendous response to our special food drive. Of the 245
grocery bags that were distributed, 162 were returned. If you still have one,
it is not too late to bring your food items to the church narthex or parish
office. Once again, thank you for your generosity. – Kathy Boddicker, Chairperson
Intercessory Prayer Ministry
To request prayers for anyone in need,
please call our Prayer Request Line at 331-3936. You will receive brief
instructions on how to submit your request and your petition will be joined
with all those presently included in this ministry’s prayers. If you wish to
join is group, please call Pat Hodur 268-9885 or Mary Ann Toke 244-8018.
Columbiettes and
The third weekend of each month, the
Columbiettes sponsor a collection for the clients of
Natural Family Planning Classes
Discover a natural method of family planning
that is marriage-building, healthy and just as effective as the pill. A course
in the symptom-thermal method of natural family planning, taught by members of
the Couple to Couple League (www.ccli.org)
starts Monday, May 19 at 7PM in Croghan Hall. For information and to register,
call Gus and Andrea Suarez 234-7415 or you may send an Email to gusandandrea@yahoo.com.