PARISH OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Thursday 10am - 2pm Friday Closed

Tel: 717-367-1255 Fax: 717-367-1270 Parish Website: www.stpeteretown.o

PARISH STAFF Steve Desjardins, Parish Administrator x 5

Eileen M. Rider, Administrative Assistant x 2 Georgann Azzalina, Coordinator of Religious Education

cre@stpeteretown.org Shawn Marker, Coordinator of Youth Ministry

cym@stpeteretown.org

MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Evening Vigil - Church

5pm - April thru October 4pm - November thru March

Sunday - 8:30am & 10:30am - Church

DAILY MASS ~ HISTORIC CHURCH Monday & Wednesday 7:00 am

Thursday 6:00pm Church Tuesday & Friday —8:00am

HOLY DAYS

Holy Day Vigil - 5:30pm Church Holy Day - Check Bulletin - Historic Church / 7:00pm Church

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 4-4:30pm - April thru October

Saturday 3-3:30pm - November thru March

BAPTISM Second Sunday of each month. Please call the Parish Office to set a date and to register for a Baptism class.

MARRIAGE

Couples contemplating marriage are reminded not to set a wedding date before arranging an appointment with the Parish Priest. Please schedule this at least one year before the intended marriage. Participation in an Engaged Encounter or Mentor Couple Program is required for all couples.

SICK CALLS Please notify the Parish Office for visits and/or Communion calls to the sick, shut-ins and those hospitalized.

SPONSOR CERTIFICATES Letters of recommendation for sponsors of the Sacraments can be issued only to parishioners who are registered, active, and fulfill the requirements of Church law.

SCRIP

Gift certificates are available in the Parish Office during normal business hours.

SEVEN SORROWS BVM - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 360 E. Water Street, Middletown, PA 17057 Tel. (717) 944-5371 Fax: (717) 944-5419

Website: www.sevensorrows.or

OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

404 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA 17512 Tel. (717)684-2433 Fax (717)-684-5039

Website:

LANCASTER CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 650 Juliette Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601

Tel. (717)509-0315 Fax 717-509-0312 Website: www.lchsyes.or

ST. PETER RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SCHEDULE

TEL. 717-367-1255 2nd Week in October - Mid May. Pre-K Wednesdays 6:45 - 7:35pm

K-through 6th grade are Wednesdays 6:30 pm –7:35pm 7 & 8th Grade are Sundays 6 pm - 7:30 pm

*See bulletin calendar for exact times of each class*

RCIA Tuesday evenings 7:00 - 8:30 pm Sept - May

St. Peter Catholic Church 1840 Marshall Dr. Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania 17022

Fr. Bernard-Mary Ayo Oniwe, O.P., Pastor

Email: frboniwe@hbgdiocese.org

MISSION STATEMENT

We are the church of St. Peter committed to sharing the good news of Jesus Christ through prayer, service, scripture and sacrament in the living Catholic and apostolic tradition.

We welcome all to walk with us on this journey of faith.

SAINT PETER CHURCH

ELIZABETHTOWN, PA THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 18, 2021

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Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Lord, Let Your Face Shine on Us

I am writing this to you from Anchorage, Alaska, where twilight illuminates the sky at 9 pm! It is simply

fascinating, and it is like a soothing balm on a stressed body. It was a long and tiring flight to Alaska from

Baltimore and more exhausting after praying the Office of the Dead and leading the Rosary's recitation at the

viewing of Fr. John Nwanze, OP, the first Nigerian Dominican priest. After the funeral home's viewing service, all

the Nigerian Dominican brothers in attendance proceeded to Fr. John's room to clear things out. Sifting through a

dead religious brother's belongings was not a pleasant chore though I ended up a lucky beneficiary of his JVC

headphone, novels, and pyx.

Why should you care to know about my experience with mourning and burying a dead religious brother? I felt like

the face of God shone upon me amid the mourning and morbid situation like the twilight that brightens the

Alaskan sky at night. I felt like Br. John lives on in our midst through some of his belongings that were shared

among the brothers. Symbolically and spiritually, Fr. John lives on in us and our testimony. We shared memories

of him. We were delighted in stories shared by others who he ministered to in Anchorage. These memories

turned the darkness of death into lights of life. When we gather to celebrate his funeral mass, we will testify to our

hope in God's mercy in "Jesus Christ the righteous one," the "expiation for our sins" ( 1Jn 2: 2-3).

We have faith that the Lord will hear us when we call upon him in time of our brokenness and distress. Jesus

died, and he rose. Our prayers bear witness to this mystery of faith. When believers in Jesus die, our belief that

they will rise on the last day brightens our damp spirit. Our faith in Divine Mercy, in God's forgiveness of sin,

heals our broken heart. In this way, God lets his face shine on us (Ps 4:7).

Live the Easter joy. Alleluia!

Fr. Bernard, OP

SAINT PETER CHURCH

ELIZABETHTOWN, PA THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 18, 2021

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Scripture Readings Week of April 18, 2021

Sunday Third Sunday of Easter Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; Ps 4:2, 4, 7-8, 9; 1 Jn 2:1-5a; Lk 24:35-48 Monday Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26-27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 Tuesday Acts 7:51—8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6 and 7b and 8a, 17 and 21ab; Jn 6:30-35 Wednesday Saint Anselm, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, 4-5, 6-7a; Jn 6:35-40 Thursday Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, 20; Jn 6:44-51 Friday Saint George, Martyr; Saint Adalbert, Bishop and Martyr Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1bc-2; Jn 6:52-59 Saturday Saint Fidelis of Sigmaringen, Priest and Martyr Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-13, 14-15, 16-17; Jn 6:60-69 Sunday Fourth Sunday of Easter Acts 4:8-12; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 21-23, 26, 28, 29; 1 Jn 3:1-2; Jn 10:11-18

SANCTUARY CANDLES ILLUMINATE THIS WEEK FOR:

~ HISTORIC CHURCH ~

In Celebration of

Sharon Shelley’s Birthday

From Mike & Eileen Rider

~ CHURCH ~

In Loving Memory of

Maurice & Bertha Itzoe

From the Itzoe Family

In Memoriam

~ Brenda Baldwin ~

Sister of Joan Emig

“Eternal Rest Grant Unto Her O Lord, and Let Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her. May All of the Faithful Departed, Through the Mercy of God,

Rest in Peace. Amen.”

DAILY MASS: HISTORIC CHURCH (HC) & (C)

WEEKEND MASSES: CHURCH (C)

SAT APR 17 VIGIL 5:00 PM Our Parish Family SUN APR 18 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER 8:30 AM + Marie McGowan (C) Caldwell Family 10:30 AM + Dolores Ryan (C) Deacon Ryan MON APR 19 7:00 AM + Vincent Fultano (C) St Peter School Moms TUE APR 20 8:00 AM + Flossie McKnight (C) McKnight Family WED, APR 21 7:00 AM + Chris Klinger (C) Klinger Family THUR APR 22 6:00 PM + Doug Pfautz (C) Liz Pfautz FRI APR 23 8:00 AM + Robin Ott (HC) Greg & Terry Martin SAT APR 24 VIGIL 5:00 PM + Carole Kinney (C) Kinney Family SUN APR 25 FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 8:30 AM + Agnes Haggerty (C) Eileen Hill 10:30 AM Our Parish Family

Were you married in 1971? In honor of your 50th Wedding Anniversary, there will be a special Mass and reception on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Parish in Camp Hill. Bishop Ronald W. Gainer will be the celebrant. To receive an invitation, please contact the parish office.

Third Sunday of Easter -- April 18, 2021 “Now by this we may be sure that we know Him, if we obey His commandments.” Jesus makes Himself known to you through the vocation He chose for you. Do you hear a call to the priesthood or consecrated life? Contact Fr. Jonathan Sawicki at frjsawicki@hbgdiocese.org or (717) 657-4804 ext. 282.

MASS ATTENDANCE

April 10-11, 2021 Sat Vigil ~ 94

8:30 am ~ 129

10:30 am ~ 139

DIVINE MERCY ADORATION Sunday, April 11, 2021

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Welcome to our newly Baptized parish member

William Thomas Libor Son of William & Brynn

Brother of Kelsey Dear St. Peter Family,

Thank you so very much for your kind words, Mass cards and phone calls after John’s passing. I am truly blessed to be part of this caring parish.

Sincerely, Elsie Nauss

SAINT PETER CHURCH

ELIZABETHTOWN, PA THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER APRIL 18, 2021

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APRIL 10/11, 2021

SUNDAY ONLINE $ 6,975.00 ENVELOPES $ 5,913.88 TOTAL SUNDAY $ 12,888.88 EASTER $ 1,129.25 ($9,511.25) SVDP $ 410.03

APRIL 11/12, 2020 EASTER SUNDAY

Beginning of COVID Restrictions

SUNDAY ONLINE $ 6,833 SUNDAY ENVELOPES $ 5,569 TOTAL GIVING $ 12,402

YOUTH MESSAGES OF STEWARDSHP & TALENT Capital Campaign Update Plan to celebrate in 2022!

We are planning a beautiful celebration next year to mark the completion of our capital campaign. The date has not been set, but we anticipate a warm weather celebration.

We will recognize everyone at the celebration who helped make the campaign a success through their donations and fulfilled campaign pledges. More details to follow later this year!

TOTAL AMOUNT PLEDGED: $2,105,144.48

TOTAL PAID TO DATE: $ 1,926,058.27

TOTAL DUE: $ 179,086.21 ~~~~~~

“Do small things with great love.” Saint Mother Theresa

Achieving a big goal is doable if you break it down into small steps. Your DAC contribution is needed now to meet our Spring goal of $70,000! We are at $42,750 and going strong! With your help we can raise $70,000 by May 30

th. Let’s do it!

Drop your gift or pledge in the collection box or bring it to the office. Please indicate DAC 2021 in the memo line. Mail it to the Diocese using the envelope provided in the letter from Bishop Gainer or donate online at www.hbgdiocese.org/DAC. Envelopes are available in the Narthex.

2021 CALENDAR WINNERS

Rose Gallagher, Vaughn Nissley, Bill Blew, Anne Hayward, Megan Clark, Mary Smith & Pam Nevroh

Diocesan News

THANK YOU TO OUR BULLETIN SPONSOR OF THE WEEK

Mangia! Mangia! Italian Grill

717-689-3794 $5.00 Coupon on the back of the bulletin!

GOD’S HOUSEKEEPERS Saturday, April 24, 2021

Toni Vasquez, Arlene Blew, Bill Frantz, Annie Norment, Sandy & Rick Brill

Thank you for keeping our Church beautiful!

Mary, Queen of Angels Secular Franciscan Order of Lancaster is hosting a sock drive (men, women, children, all sizes) between now and the end of April. This sock drive is sponsored by Mychal's Message, a non-

profit organization in honor of the life of Fr. Mychal Judge, OFM who died 9/11/2001 in NYC. Socks will be distributed to the homeless in Lancaster City, Phila., NYC and an Indian Reservation in New Mexico. Donations can be put in the earmarked bin in the Narthex.

THANK YOU!!

Our Religious Education did a Lenten Coin Collection as a service project to raise money for the Saint Vincent de Paul Ministry. They raised $350.37

which far exceeded our goal! We are so grateful to them and all of you who supported this project. Thank you!

Holy Family Radio, 720AM Spring Fundraisers

It’s spring and Holy Family Radio is busily preparing for several events. Our annual Spring Pledge Drive began on April 15, lasting through May 14. Please consider supporting the only Catholic radio station in our Diocese. On May 11 at 7 p.m., we invite you to join us for FAITH RENEWED, our first virtual fundraiser. Join us as we hear from Bishop Ronald Gainer, Msgr. William King, and our main speaker, Father John Trigilio of Mount Saint Mary’s Seminary in Maryland. This event replaces our annual dinner and it’s not to be missed. An on-line auction will immediately follow the presentation and include themed baskets, dinner-theatre tickets and other special items. Please support Holy Family Radio 720 AM through your participation and generosity for all events. Purchase $25 tickets to FAITH RENEWED at 720whyf.com. Pledge Drive donations may be sent to Holy Family Radio, Inc, P.O. Box 6028, Lancaster, PA 17607-6028. For more information, call 717-525-8110. Thank you!

Religious Education Happenings

What a busy, beautiful, and blessed month we had in March! The students

showed their love and knowledge about Saint Patrick and the Holy Trinity in

a variety of ways. Our Third Grade class modeled stewardship and service by

leading a collection for the Interfaith Shelter. Our 8th Grade Confirmation

Class participated in a meaningful and spiritual retreat that culminated in a

truly amazing Adoration. They were then treated to a delicious dinner served

by our 7th Grade Confirmation Class. God is good, and we are truly grateful

for our continued faith formation!

Father Francis X. Marshall Council # 15028 ETOWN

For over 130 years the Knights of Columbus has provided many opportunities for growing in faith, serving others and more for its members. The Knights of Columbus is not just a fraternity in name. It is a brotherhood of Catholic men who each play a part in improving the world around them, one community at a time. They stand together in faith, dedicated to uphold the principles they cherish while lending their support and strength to parish, home and fellow Knight. From charity for worldwide causes, to helping closer to home with volunteer activities, to a top-rated insurance program that protects those closest to you, the Knights makes the most of its brotherhood. Our local efforts include our prayer program, blood drives, and life programming. We encourage a building of a “church at home” with their families. Our fellow knights support in various ways all the ministries in the parish when possible. Make a stand among them, and you can discover how easy it is to make a difference in your life and that of others. Charity is the first principle of the Knights of Columbus. Knights are men who get things done. We volunteer our time to serve our parishes and our communities. And by working together, we were able to donate more than $1.5 billion and 700 million volunteer hours to worthy causes in the past decade. Knights have exclusive access to our top-rated life insurance products, available only to members and their families The KofC insurance agent is a Knight dedicated to helping his brother Knights protect their families Consider joining the 2 million other knights worldwide in making a difference. Membership for the first year is free. For more information: Gregory Martin 717 361-7712 Join online: www.kofc.org/joinus kofc15028@gmail.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kofc15028 Council: https://sites.google.com/view/kofc15028/ PA state: http://www.pakofc.us/

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4/22/21 Mandatory 8th Grade Penance and Confirmation Practice 4:30 - 8:30PM

4/24/21 Confirmation 10:00AM (Students arrive 8:45AM)

4/29/21 Mandatory First Holy Communion Practice 7:00 - 8:30PM

5/1/21 First Holy Communion 10:00AM (Students arrive 9:15AM)

5/9/21 May Crowning ~ 10:30AM Mass

Sunday April 18 Third Sunda of EasterKnights of Columbus Membership DriveYouth Red Envelope Drive Narthex1:00 pm VBS Adult Volunteer ZOOM Meeting5:00 pm VBS Youth Planning Meeting PH6:00 pm 7 & 8 Grade Religious Ed6:00 pm Youth GroupMonda April 19Tuesday April 206:30 pm RCIA Room 6Wednesday April 216:30pm Religious Education PreK 4-6Thursday April 224:30 pm 8th Grade Confessions C5:30 pm Rosary C6:00 pm Mass C7:00pm Confirmation PracticeFrida April 23Parish Office Closed Saturda April 24 Vigil7:00 am TMIY ZOOM9:00 am Book Club10:00pm Confirmation CYouth Red Envelope Drive NarthexSunday April 25 Fourth Sunday of EasterYouth Red Envelope Drive NarthexSVDP Zoom6:00 pm 7 Grade Religious Ed/ No 8th Grade Class6:00 pm Youth Group

RED ENVELOPE CAMPAIGN

Hello parishioners! As you know, our high school youth are attending the Steubenville Youth Conference July 23-25. The youth group will hold the Red Envelope Campaign in the narthex this weekend and next. We

appreciate the generosity that you have shown in past years as this fundraiser has allowed many students to experience the best weekend of the year for Catholic high school students! In addition to aiding in covering the cost of the conference, this campaign will be used to cover expenses for future youth group events/outings. (Hershey Park trip and a fall retreat, to name a few). Please know that any amount donated is beyond appreciated and the money is being used to deepen the faith of our middle school and high school teens. Thank you in advance and may God continue to bless all of you. Shawn Marker

GET YOUR HERSHEY PARK TICKETS!!

Discount tickets to Hersheypark are available to the friends and families of the parish at a

significant savings. Gate admission for Regular is $78.80; our price is $40.95 (ALL ages 3+).

*ADD-ON discount Hersheypark Meal Tickets at asavings of up to 30% off retail prices - $12.99 each *ADD

-ON Snack Vouchers - $4.50 each

Orders must be received at the parish by Friday, April 30, 2021

Parishes will receive tickets by Monday, May 24, 2021.

Order forms are in the Narthex and on our website,

www.stpeteretown.org /News / Upcoming Events.

DON’T MISS THE GREAT DEALS!

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Friday, June 25, 2021 8:00 am Shotgun Start

Golf with Cart, Dinner, Beverages & Prizes!

$65 per player—Registration due by June 18th.Registration forms are in the Narthex.

Checks can be made payable to St. Peter Men’s Club.

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