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Mission Statement God calls each one of us in a unique way. We are called to be one in God by allowing ourselves to be nourished by His Son and enlivened by the Spirit. We participate in the Mission of Jesus Christ by enthusiastically sharing His Good News, praying together, serving others, and proclaiming His healing love to all people. We acknowledge this call in our lives as members of the St. Peter's Parish family.
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ST. PETER'S PARISH - RECENT NEWS
August 9, 2010
YOUTH LEADERSHIP WEEKEND
On Saturday, July 31, and Sunday, August 1, the regional high school youth weekend took place and included two days of a high ropes course at Camp Nuhop, team development, servant leadership, trust, leadership skills and helping youth recognize their gifts and talents. St. Peter's Parish was allowed to send four youth this year, compared to two last year, so it was a wonderful opportunity for these young adults. Thank you to Mrs. Sheila Herhiser for the photos below, taken by her as coordinator of this event.
July 15, 2010
CONFIRMATION PICNIC
The grounds of Resurrection Parish was the location of the annual Confirmation picnic, attended by sopnsors and candidates of this year's Confirmation class. Confirmation is scheduled for Sunday, October 31, 2 p.m., here at St. Peter's Church with Bishop Blair. Thank you to Sheila Hershiser for sending the photos below. Looks like the candidates and sponsors had a great time and beautiful weather!
DIOCESAN YOUTH CONFERENCE
The Diocesan Youth Conference was held the weekend of July 9-11 at Bluffton College. It was a great weekend for those attending to make new friends and explore their faith. Two nationally known youth speakers and musicians--John Angotti and Aaron Thompson--were there for the weekend. Also scheduled as part of the weekend's activities were prayer times, breakout sessions, a pizza party, an ice cream social and much more.
Thank you to Sheila Hershiser for sending these photos!
YES
The Back to Heartland YES (Youth Elect Service) weekend took place June 25-27 at Willard St. Francis and the students below had a great time helping those in that community with a variety of projects. Thank you to Sheila Hershiser for sending this photo!
July 13, 2010
FESTIVAL FUN
The parish festival last weekend was loads of fun as evidenced in the photos below. Thank you to all the festival committee chairpersons and volunteers and Boy Scouts who made all this fun possible!
Thank you to Lynne Lukach for submitting the photos below!
And thank you to Mary Baker for these photos below!
July 5, 2010
PARISH FESTIVAL
Yes, the festival committee has been busy all winter gearing up for the annual St. Peter's Parish Summer Festival!
Here is your opportunity
to join the fun!
Click here for all the details of the three-day event!!!
May 19, 2010
BINGO
Would you be able to help with Bingo at St. Peter's?
Click here to read the letter from Father Tony.
Click here to view/print the volunteer form.
THANK YOU!
May 7, 2010
SPAGHETTI DINNER
Saturday, May 8
4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: School cafeteria
Adults $10; children $5; under 6 free
Proceeds will go towards reducing our Parish debt.
Call Ann Brown 756-6983 for information about volunteering to help, bake, or donate.
THANK YOU!
May 5, 2010
FIRST COMMUNION
Thank you Sheila Hershiser for sending these beautiful photos of the First Communion Mass on Sunday, May 2.
May 1, 2010
FIRST COMMUNION RETREAT
The children who will be making their First Communion in May took part in their First Communion Retreat last week in the school cafeteria. With many mothers and other parishioners helping, it was a good morning for the children. Thank you to Sheila Hershiser for sending the photos below.
April 27, 2010
ST. PETER'S 43ND ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, Park Avenue West
What: A/C-handicapped accessible dining hall; convenient parking; food; games; inflatable rides
Friday, July 9 - Alumni/Adult Night: 7 p.m. 11 p.m.
dr. simple - Live on stage 8 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Visit with parishioners, family, friends and former classmates
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
Saturday, July 10: Noon 11 p.m.
5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk - (registration begins at 7 a.m. and race begins at 8 a.m.)
CLICK HERE FOR ENTRY FORM!
Pasta Dinner 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The Caffiends - Live on stage 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
Inflatable rides for the children
Sunday July 11: Noon 7 p.m.
Chicken Dinner & Chicken Drive-Thru
Inflatable rides for the children
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
Questions? Call Festival Chairman Chuck Zeisler at 419-524-2572 or zeis@nortel.com . . . See you at the Festival!
April 11, 2010
FATHER CHRIS WILL BE MOVING JULY 1
At Sunday Masses on April 11, Father Chris explained his new assignment as of July 1, 2010.
I received a call from the Bishop's Office this past week. The Bishop has asked me to take on a new assignment, effective July 1, and I have accepted.
The assignment is two-fold. First, I will be the Chaplain for the newly formed Bishop Hoffman Catholic Schoool in Fremont. This school is being formed from the three existing parish schools in Fremont (St. Ann's, Sacred Heart, and St. Joseph's). My primary responsibility will be to St. Joseph's Central Catholic High School. I will live at one of the parish rectories in Fremont.
I will also have Chaplain responsibilities to the Lake Erie Island parishes. These two parishes are Mother of Sorrows Parish, Put-in-Bay and St. Michael's Parish, Kelley's Island. I will be there on the weekends to have Mass and also attend to the other sacramental needs of the parishes. The day-to-day affairs of the parish are already handled by the Pastoral Leader, Sr. Lucille Kime.
Your prayers during this time of transition are much appreciated. I have truly enjoyed these last three years at St. Peter's and I will miss this community so much!
With sincere gratitude,
Rev. Christopher Bazar
Associate Pastor
April 8, 2010
PARISH FESTIVAL 5K RUN and 1M FUN WALK
Yes, the festival committee has been busy all winter gearing up for the annual summer St. Peter's Parish Festival!
Here is your opportunity
to sign up for the 5K Run or 1M Fun Walk.
Click here for details and the registration form.
March 25, 2010
CARNIVAL!
Friday, May 26, 7:30 p.m. (Dinner before show in school cafeteria!)
Saturday, May 27, 7:30 p.m. (Dinner before show in school cafeteria!)
Sunday, May 28, 2:30 p.m. Matinee
Tickets on sale in the Parish Center Office or at the door on performance dates!
March 23, 2010
SENIOR CITIZEN PROM
Tropical Paradise was the theme for the third annual Senior Citizen Prom on Sunday, March 21. Over 100 adults attended and were hosted by the area youth of our region (back to Heartland--Saints Juan Diego and John Neumann Deaneries). For anyone over the age of 60 along with a guest, admission was free. A delicious dinner of rigatoni, salad, bread, dessert and punch/coffee was on the menu. The event was held at the activity center/gym of St. Mary's School in Shelby. Thank you to Sheila Hershiser for the photos!
March 16, 2010
ST. PETER'S "VIVA LAS VEGAS" SPRING AUCTION
Click here to see the latest list of auction preview items!!!!!
This will change almost every day--with the list longer and longer--so keep checking!
Click here for ticket information!
March 13, 2010
SPECIAL FROM THE DIOCESE ON HEALTH CARE REFORM
So that St. Peter's parishioners have the correct information and may communicate with their representatives and Senators in Congress, here is some very important information regarding the Health Care Reform Bill before Congress. This information is from the USCCB. This call to action is very time sensitive.
Click here for HEALTH CARE REFORM MEMO.
Click here for NATIONAL BULLETIN INSERT.
Click here for POSSIBLE TALKING POINTS.
March 9, 2010
EASTER BAKE SALE
Wednesday, March 31, 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 1, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: church basement
February 22, 2010
On April Sunday, April 11, St. Joseph, Crestline is honored to host the Deanery Divine Mercy Sunday devotion.
12 noon - 2:00 pm - Exposition/Adoration of the Holy Eucharist with availability for Sacrament of Reconciliation
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Mass
3:00 pm - Divine Mercy Devotion
February 13, 2010
Fr. John E. Brennen
Fr. John E. Brennen, 44, of Galion, OH died Thursday, February 11, 2010 at the Cleveland Clinic. He was born on April 16, 1965 in Fremont, OH to Russell E. and Ann B. (Murray) Brennen. Fr. John was a 1983 graduate of St. Joseph Central Catholic High School in Fremont. He received a Bachelors of Arts Degree from St. Meinard College in Indiana and a Masters of Theology Degree from Pontifical Josephinum College in Columbus, OH. He was ordained as a Priest in the Toledo Dioceses on May 27, 2000. Fr. John was Associate Pastor of St. Peter and Paul Parish in Sandusky, Associate Pastor of St. Peter's Parish in Mansfield and Pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Galion, OH.
Fr. John is survived by his mother, Ann B. Brennen, Fremont, OH; siblings, Steven Brennen, Columbus, OH, Terry (Lisa) Brennen, Fremont, OH; niece and nephew, Kelli Brennen and Sean Brennen, both of Fremont.
He was preceded in death by his father, Russell E. Brennen.
Visitation: Monday, February 15, 2010 Receiving of the Body and Prayer Service at 4:00 pm with Visitation immediately following until 8:00 pm. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd, Fremont
Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the church with Bishop Leonard Blair officiating.
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont
Memorials: Sacred Heart Catholic Church
550 Smith Road
Fremont, Ohio 43420
Online Condolence: Click here.
Arrangements were entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home & Crematory.
February 9, 2010
Click here to read the FINANCIAL HOMILY for Sunday, February 7.
February 8, 2010
ST. PETER'S CONCERT SERIES
FEATURING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR NICHOLAS CAPALDO
St. Peter's High School senior, Nicholas Capaldo, will be the featured performer at the St. Peter's Music Series Concert on Sunday, February 28. The concert will be held in St. Peter's Chuch at 3:00 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Check the "all-event" calendar for details about the event.
For information about Nicholas, click here!
January 31, 2010
BISHOP BLAIR'S ADDRESS on the state of Catholic schools
January 28, 2010
INTERVIEW WITH SANDY LAUER, PASTORAL ASSOCIATE AT ST. PETER'S PARISH
by Laurie Stevens Bertke, Chronicle Writer
Click here to access the video files (Sandy's included) at the Catholic Chronicle website.
December 14, 2009
ST. PETER'S CATHOLIC CHURCH - PRINT FOR SALE
A beautiful print of the interior of St. Peter's Catholic Church is on sale with 25% of the profits coming back to St. Peter's. This photo was taken by Gunther Meisse. Click on the link below for more info!
December 13, 2009
GIFT STORE (FOR CHRISTMAS, TOO!)
Parish Center Gift Store managers Sarah Bennett and Cheryl Gurski held an open house after Masses on Sunday for anyone wishing to purchase Christmas gifts or gifts for any occasion. In addition to a nice array of cookies and brownies, there was hot chocolate and cider for the holiday shopper.
There are still many items on the shelves, just waiting to complete your gift list! In addition to Christmas items, some on clearance and many new inventory, there are also items for any occasion. Stop by and pick up that perfect gift!
October 25, 2009
DC ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE
Would you be interested in joining the DC Annual March for Life?
November 19, 2009
COMMUNITY CALENDAR FOR SALE SOON!
St. Peters Community Calendar!
The First ever Richland and surrounding counties printed Community Calendar.
Info on activities at Malabar Farm,
Snow Trails, Renaissance Theatre and many other
area sites
Cost: $10
Available at the Parish Center
At the Christmas Classic on Saturday, December 5
After Masses on December 5-6 and again December 12-13
A great Christmas gift!
October 25, 2009
CONFIRMATION 2009
Congratulations to the 41 St. Peter's Parish youth who were confirmed on Sunday, October 25,
by Very Reverend Michael R. Billian.
Thank you
to Sheila Hershiser for sending the photo below for posting to the website.
October 24, 2009
WOVEN ALTAR CLOTH
The new green altar cloth and ambo panels used during this Ordinary Season at St. Peter's were hand woven and donated by Don Yockey. It was first used and blessed by Father Chris on Saturday, June 20, 2009.
Don started weaving about seventeen years ago, shortly after helping to start the Malabar Farm Spinning and Weaving Guild. He has woven rugs, towel, scarves, etc., including nine yards of McDonald Tartan which he used for making his green kilt. He has also donated several hand-woven items for the parish festival.
The altar cloth and panels were made of 10/2 pearl cotton and woven on an eight-harness floor loom. The pattern was Don's own design, adapted from a huck lace pattern. There are twelve huck lace crosses across the cloth representing the twelve apostles. There are three huck lace crosses down each ambo panel to represent the Trinity.
Thank you to Don for this beautiful gift to our parish!
October 8, 2009
PARISH PICNIC
A few weeks ago, Fran Leitenberger was gracious enough to have extra prints made for us that she took at the parish picnic that was held in late August. So, we thought we would post a few for your viewing pleasure! Thank you, Fran!
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August 15, 2009
CONFIRMATION CANDIDATES
Please continue to pray for our Confirmation candidates as they finish their preparation to receive the sacrament on October 25. The August class involved working together to constuct a building out of marshmallows and toothpicks and getting the hula hoop around the circle of candidates while blindfolded. Much was learned by having to work together to accomplish the goals. Thank you to Sheila Herhiser for the photos below.
July 23, 2009
DIOCESAN YOUTH CONFERENCE
The Diocesan Youth Conference was held the weekend of July 10-12 at Bluffton College with keynote speakers John Angotti and Bruce Deaton for the weekend. Some photos below, courtesy of Sheila Herhiser, including Bishop Blair with the youth from St. Peter's and those who attended from Willard St. Francis, Shelby St. Mary's, and St. Peter's.
July 9, 2009
CONFIRMATION POTLUCK PICNIC
From Sheila Herhiser, Youth Coordinator and PSR Coordinator for St. Peter's Parish:
"The Confirmation Potluck Picnic was held on Wednesday July 8, 2009, at Resurrection Parish for our St. Peter's candidates and their sponsors. A three-legged race, lifesaver pass and a scavenger hunt were part of the evening's activities. Our scavenger hunt space was limited because Mr. Skunk decided to make an appearance! What a great evening of fun and eats!"
Thank you to Sheila for sending the photos below!
July 6, 2009
ST. PETER'S 42ND ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL
Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, Park Avenue West
What: A/C-handicapped accessible dining hall; convenient parking; food; games; inflatable rides
Friday, July 17 - Alumni/Adult Night: 7 p.m. 11 p.m.
dr. simple - Live on stage 8 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Visit with parishioners, family, friends and former classmates
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
Saturday, July 18: Noon 11 p.m.
5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk - Click here for the entry form!
Pasta Dinner 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The Caffiends - Live on stage 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
NEW inflatable rides for the children
Click here for the CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT rules!
Click here for the CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT registration form!
Sunday July 19: Noon 7 p.m.
Chicken Dinner & Chicken Drive-Thru
NEW inflatable rides for the children
Adult games of chance, food, and beverages
July 2, 2009
YOUTH ELECT SERVICE WEEKEND
The 10th annual Back to Heartland Youth Elect Service (YES) weekend was held at the end of June. Volunteer youth, young adults and adults from Mansfield, Crestline, Galion, Monroeville, Norwalk, Bucyrus, New Washington, Tiro, Willard, Plymouth, Lexington, etc., worked sites in the surrounding communities. The volunteers did everything from painting a house, cleaning, and minor repairs to yard work for the elderly or those needing assistance. Some photos below, courtesy of Sheila Hershiser, Youth Coordinator at St. Peter's Parish in Mansfield.
June 3, 2009
SPARTAN FIELD ACTIVITY CENTER GROUNDBREAKING
On May 22, Fr. Chris Bazar said the opening prayer, Mayor Culliver thanked the community of St. Peter's for providing the area with a great gathering place for sports, and Fr. Tony Borgia blessed and broke ground on a new facility at Spartan Fields that will provide concessions, restrooms, a classroom/meeting room and parish gathering space. The very same shovel that was used to break ground of the present high school back in the late 1950's was used by Fr. Tony. Some photos below of the ceremony that was followed by some delicious grill-cooked hot dogs and soft drinks.
The men behind the planning: Jim Schmidt, Rand Smith, Randy Payne, Bob Vaccaro, Mike Chambers
June 1, 2009
FR. TONY'S 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION CELEBRATION
Among parishioners, school students, community friends, and friends and relatives who traveled distances to be with him, Fr. Tony celebrated Mass at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, and then greeted well-wishers in the Robert Frye Gymnasium. There was a delicious array of food and all enjoyed the feast along with a program that followed, emceed by Michael Santoro. Thank you to Paul Androw and Richard Krehnovi for providing the photos!
May 12, 2009
FIRST COMMUNION, MAY 2009
Thank you to Diane Stewart and Sheila Herhiser for sending this beautiful photo of the First Communion children this May 2009.
May 8, 2009
PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION - END OF YEAR CLASS
Parish School of Religion (PSR) ended this year with a lot of enthusiasm. The 5th and 6th grade talked about the gifts God gives us and ended classes with a talent show so the students could share their gifts. Below are the class pictures.
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