�ll �re �elcome 4600 PRESERVE PARKWAY | HOOVER, AL 35226 | 205.822.9125 | FAX: 205.822.9127 | WWW.POPCATHOLIC.ORG CHRISTIAN FORMATION RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION (3 years old – 12th grade) Sunday ..................................... 8:30, 9:40, & 11:00 am Domingo ................................. 12:15 pm (Catecismo) BAPTISMAL PREPARATION/CLASES DE BAUTISMO Every 2nd Sunday ................ 9:45 am 4to Domingo ......................... 11:30 am (Hispanic) 2do Jueves .............................. 7:00 pm (Hispanic) BIBLE STUDY Sunday ..................................... 9:30 - 10:45 am (Adults) Wednesday ............................. 6:30 - 8:00 pm (Grade 6-12) 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Adult ed.) RCIA Wednesday ............................. 6:30 - 8:00 pm Jueves....................................... 7:00 - 8:30 pm (Adultos) PRINCE OF PEACE SCHOOL (3 yr old preschool – 8th grade) Principal ....................................... 205.824.7886, Fax 824.2093 Web site........................................ www.popcatholic.org E-mail ............................................ [email protected]PARISH MEMBERSHIP All families and individuals are welcome. Registration forms are in the church lobby at the welcome desk or in the church office. Please inform the church office of address changes.
PrinCe oF PeaCe sChool(3 yr old preschool – 8th grade) principal....................................... 205.824.7886,Fax824.2093 Website........................................ www.popcatholic.org e-mail............................................ [email protected]
Music Notes 5:00 pm Sunday Choir is in need of a bass guitarist and an acoustic guitarist. Experience is necessary.
Glory Bound Youth Choir - Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 6:00-6:30 in the church. All children grades 3-12 are welcome to join and sing. Student musicians are welcome.
The choir ministry always welcomes new members. If you are interested in joining a choir, please attend a rehearsal and get started.
For more information, please contact: Cheri Poole, Liturgy and Music Director, at 205.541.7834 or by email at [email protected].
Readings for October 20
2 8 t h S u n d a y o f O r d i n a r y T i m e
Mass Intentions
10/14 - 10/20
Monday 8:30 am Sammy Jackson †
6:30 pm Bill Clements †
Tuesday 8:30 am Vincent Piazza †
11:00 am Joe Davis †
Wednesday 8:15 am Dan Hinkin †
5:00 pm Charles Juliano †
Thursday 8:30 am Anthony Sellers Special Intention
Friday 8:30 am Leo Tarczynski †
Saturday 5:00 pm Bill Clements †
Sunday 8:30 am John Ballinger †
5:00 pm Dutch Tillman Binson †
Prayer List Our love and prayers
are offered for the following:
To be included on the prayer list, please call the church office. To be a part of the parish email prayer chain, please contact: Dolores Kremer, 979-0229 or [email protected].
Kay Hand Hunter Pace John Durnak Libby Troncalli Sue Portera Virginia Lorino Bill Muldowney, Sr. Mary Tucker Rick Crocker Charles Pardi Frances Pardi
Mary Anne Phillips Therese Avant Margaret Fenn Mary Ellen Bolin Bernard Lorino Anthony Cacioppo Lois Bradley Katie Crook Helen Majerik Bryan Rosenstiel Rosalie Giambrone
Keith Lusco Grace Bauer Wilma Haywood Tim Manzella Kathy Mahon Mary Kay Minor Harold Eddy Colette Scott Elias Shunnarah Emmet Johnson Frankie Cacioppo
Ellen Posey Curtis Austin Paul Bochnak Charlie Carpri Elizabeth Cvetetic Jack Spuhler Yolanda Ramos Rosemary Collins Jason McNeil Marjorie Leventry Josephine Green
Claudia Charme Amy Judge Mary Jane Serio The Nelson Family Hannah Nelson Errol Austin Christina Correa
The Rosary is a wonderful way to pray for people in your life. As Mary intercedes for us to the Father, so too can we intercede for those in our lives that need our prayers. If you would like to lead the rosary on Monday evenings, individually or as a family, please contact the church office at 205.822.9125 to schedule. Materials are provided in the chapel for the Rosary.
Financial Stewardship Jesus healed ten lepers in today’s Gospel. Only one (10%) came back to say thank you. I, too, have received many
blessings from the Lord - indeed, all I am and all I have is gift!
Financial Stewardship for October 5 & 6: Building Fund $ 21,620.00
Offertory $ 26,398.00 Vredenburgh $ 25.00
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Gospel: Luke 18:1-8
Eucharistic Adoration
Prince of Peace is blessed to have Eucharistic
Adoration each Thursday in the Chapel from
9:00 am - 9:00 pm. This is as close as we can
come in this life to talking with God face to
face. If you can help or desire to be part of
this spiritual ministry, please contact the
parish office at 205.822.9125.
Holy Name Society The Holy Name Society is committed to helping its members grow in holiness through devotion to the most Holy Name of Jesus. This year, Prince of Peace became the only chartered Holy Name Society church in the Birmingham Diocese. Join us Sunday, October 20, after the 8:30 Mass in the St. Catherine Room to learn more. For questions, call Lenny Frisaro at 205.824.8952 or 205.994.1225.
All Souls Day
November 2 at 10:00 am
Mass will be in the Columbarium
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Religious Education Special Education in Religious Education: We are excited to begin the 5th year with our Special Education program for Formation. This class is offered as a self-contained class during both the 8:30 and 9:40 class times. It is open to all children, all ages, and all ability levels. We individualize our Catechesis program to meet the needs of all learners. We have three teachers leading the program this year: a special education teacher, a speech and language pathologist and a registered nurse - what a teaching team! If you would like to enroll your child or have any questions, please contact Megan Everett at [email protected].
Sunday School is underway! Please have your children join us if they haven’t already. It is not too late to register. You may register your children (K3 – GR12) on the Prince of Peace website, www.popcatholic.org, or pick up a form in the labeled basket by the Religious Education Office. Payment can be made via Paypal on the website or by check made payable to ‘Prince of Peace’. We are excited about the upcoming year and look forward to sharing the richness of our faith with your children in this Formation Ministry!
Looking for a Stewardship activity in the Formation Ministry? We can always use a few helping hands. Please contact Megan Everett at [email protected] or stop by the Religious Education office if you can help.
Upcoming Events: Sunday School Classes (K3 thru GR12): October 13, 20, 27 Confirmation Class: October 13 - All Day Retreat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm. Meet at the church. Please keep these students and their teachers in your prayers as they prepare for this Sacrament. First Reconciliation - Class One: October 27, 9:35 am, Day Chapel
Marriage Enrichment Happy Together: The Catholic Blueprint for a Loving Marriage is a six-week workshop based on the acclaimed book by John Bosio, family life educator and former marriage and family therapist. Sessions will address problems and challenges faced by many couples. On October 16, Joe Ackerson will be here to discuss Chapters 4 & 5, “What about Me?” and “I Welcome and I Accept You.” $10 registration fee per couple includes the book. Join us on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm in the St. Monica Room for this workshop. Dinner is available in Deasy Hall before and childcare will be provided. Call Mike Brown at 205.822.9125 for more information and to register.
Columbarium Updates Prince of Peace is adding 2 new sections to the columbarium. Completion is scheduled for the end of October. It is comforting and strengthening to have a place of remembrance for loved ones and a measure of peace is drawn from the time-honored practice of burial in the shadow of the church.
Please help us keep your family contact information current. Notify the parish office if your address, phone number or email address has changed.
The Columbarium Board provides suitable planting and landscaping in the columbarium area. Flowers, plants or other decorations placed in the niche area will be removed every week. Items are not to be permanently affixed to the niches.
A Thought on Formation The formation of each individual becomes part of the formation of the parish community. As members of the Body of Christ, a stewardship parish recognizes that it has a call from God to give...to move from selfishness to selflessness. This formation is a life-long journey of conversion for both the individual and the parish. It involves education of the mind and conversion of the heart. Ongoing Catholic education is important if we are to grow in our lives as stewards.
Sunday Programs 9:45 am - 10:45 am
Childcare services are available at the POP Nursery during Sunday morning programs.
Scripture in Action Study St. Elizabeth Room
All are welcome as we discuss the week’s readings in the context of present day experiences. For more information, contact Jack Carney at 205.276.6250 or [email protected] or Tom Germanson at 205.565.3456.
Six Weeks with the Bible St. Monica Room
This series features blocks of six sessions on books of the Bible. We begin the series with the Acts of Apostles. Join in interesting readings, comments and discussions about the early days of Christianity as the Holy Spirit inspired the apostles to accept Jesus’ challenge to spread his message of love and redemption. Facilitated by Sonya Phillips and Mike Brown. For more information call Mike Brown at 205.822.9125.
The World that Jesus and His Disciples Knew St. Martin Room
This Gospel series will seek to situate the Gospel events in their historical and geographical context. For more information, please call Carl Matzke at 205.317.1605. Facilitated by Carl Matzke.
Weekday Programs
Childcare services are available at the POP Nursery during Wednesday evening programs.
Weekday Faith Study Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:30 am St. Monica Room
The study begins with The Saga and Message of the Old Testament. Noted Scripture scholar Amy-Jill Levine, Professor at Vanderbilt University Divinity School, presents fascinating video commentaries that provide understanding and insight into God’s relationship with His chosen people. Facilitated by Mike Brown. Call Mike at 205.822.9125 for more information.
Women of Worship Tuesdays 9:30 am St. Jude Room
This women’s bible study group meets weekly throughout the school year for study, prayer, and fellowship. Our first study will be Jesus, the One and Only by Beth Moore, which examines the life of Jesus through the study of the book of Luke. Please email Anne Giraud at [email protected] for more information. All are welcome!
Young Families Wednesdays 6:15 pm St. Monica Room
This is an adult book study focusing on faith and family. Join us for dinner at 5:30 pm in Deasy Hall. For more information, contact Eric & Kristina Theall at 205.218.9725 or by email at [email protected].
Adult Bible Study Wednesdays 6:15 -7:30 pm St. Martin Room
We will continue the exploration of the Old Testament in a bible study led by Fr. Ackerman. There will be 2 sessions on each: Judith, Tobit, and Ezra/Nehemiah. We will continue with Tobit on October 16.
RCIA Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:00 pm St. Jude Room
This week’s topic will be Scripture & Tradition. On October 23, we will discuss Sin, Salvation, and the Cross of Jesus. Led by Mike Brown and the RCIA Team. For more information, contact Mike at 205.822.9125.
Living with Divorce as Catholics Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm St. Catherine Room
This weekly series deals with the issues faced by Catholics who experience divorce. Hear from trained professionals, clergy and lay people who have learned to cope with the challenges of divorce. Facilitated by Sonya Phillips.
Adventure Ark Playschool Our Bible story of the month is “The Man Who Helped” (Good Samaritan) and we will talk about community workers who help us. To schedule a tour or for more information regarding our Mother’s Day Out Program, please contact Kara Woodard at 205.822.9125.
Nursery The church nursery is available Sunday mornings during the 8:30 and 11:00 am Masses for children ages 6 months through 2 years of age. Children 3-5 years old are invited to attend the Religious Education Sunday School classes. If you have never visited the nursery, come down and visit our rooms! Please contact Kara Woodard at 205.822.9125 for more information.
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Wednesday Dinners Join us at 5:30 pm in Deasy Hall for dinner. Adults $4, children $2, those under 5 eat free. Come for a delicious meal and fellowship. All are welcome!
High School Youth
Upcoming Events:
Sunday, October 13 - Join us for a movie and dinner in the School Cafeteria. Starts at 6:00 pm.
Wednesday, October 16 - Dinner in Deasy Hall. Meet in the Chapel for the Rosary and short discussion.
Sunday, October 20 - Progressive Dinner following the Sunday, 5:00 pm Mass - Reserve your spot now!
Please contact Lauren Atchison to sign up or with any questions at [email protected].
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Middle School Youth Join us for dinner in Deasy Hall at 5:30 pm followed by activities in the school cafeteria. Pick up is at 7:30 pm in front of the school.
Middle School Youth Group is looking for adult volunteers. Volunteers are needed twice a month on Wednesdays from 5:30 -7:30 pm. For more information, please contact Brooke Bach at 205.907.5835.
MOMS Group We will meet on Friday, October 18 at 9:30 am in the St. Monica Room. We will continue with chapters 6, 7 & 8 of our book study entitled “Imitating Mary: Ten Marian Virtues for the Catholic Mom.” Please join us! New members are always welcome. Nursery will be provided. Contact Rhyann Granger at 205.401.7939 or Amanda Knerr at 205.917.1253 for more details.
ZUMBA classes are on Tuesdays at 6:15 pm in Deasy Hall. Feel free to bring a friend; the ZUMBA
program is open to the public, ages 13 & up. (Ages 13-17 may only attend with a participating adult.) No childcare is provided. Cost is $3 at the door. Our next Zumba classes will be Tuesdays: October 15, 22 & 29.
BBQ Pork
Shoulder Sale The Knights of Columbus Annual BBQ Pork Shoulder Sale is here again! The cost is $30.00 and will benefit the Priesthood Scholarship Fund and Camp Tekakawitha. Pick-up is on Saturday, October 19 until noon. Tickets are available from any member of the Knights of Columbus or in the gathering space after mass.
Knights of Columbus We will have a business meeting on Monday, October 14 at 7:00 pm in the St. Jude Room.
Seniors Lunch The Seniors Lunch will be held Tuesday, October 15. Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 followed by lunch and bingo at 11:30 in the Deasy Hall. Cost is $6.00 per person. Please RSVP by calling the parish office at 205.822.9125.
Zumba
Pumpkin Sale
A big thank you to all of you who supported our High School Teens.
We raised $1600.00 for our Ski Trip.
PTO Golf Tournament The PTO is hosting a Golf Tournament at Highland Golf Course on Monday, October 21. Proceeds will benefit Prince of Peace PTO. If interested in participating or becoming a sponsor, please contact Brian Bateh at [email protected].
Annual POP Fall Festival October 18 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Games, Food & Entertainment
Tickets are available at the door or can be purchased in advance at the
School Office.
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Stewardship: Parishioners
Answering God’s Call A parishioner had a friend who recently had her first baby. After family had visited, helped and returned home out of state, the young mother found that there were times when she needed an extra hand as she learned the art of managing a household and a new baby. The parishioner volunteered to accompany her to the grocery store to hold the baby while the mother shopped. A simple act, not requiring much time, yet very much appreciated. Hospitality…Christian kindness in action.
Women’s Scholarship The Alabama State Kouncil of Auxiliary Ladies of the Knights of Columbus invite Catholic women in Alabama to apply for a $500 college scholarship. It will be awarded to two deserving women. Each recipient must be a practicing Catholic and a resident of Alabama. She may be a High School Senior, someone already in college, a woman who would like to return to college, or one desiring to pursue a graduate degree. To apply, please submit a resume, which includes your parish, academic standing, volunteer activities and organizations and two letters of recommendation of which one should be from your parish priest. Everything must be sent in one complete package and post marked on or before December 31, 2013.
Nametags for
Church Members Who are those people I see at church every weekend? Wonder no more! The Welcome Committee will be taking orders for nametags at the Welcome Center for $5 (cash only). Why wear a nametag? You will get to know your fellow parishioners and make our church a friendlier place. You will be greeted by name as your arrive. You will know the names of those sitting around you and you can offer others the sign of peace by name. Everyone is encouraged to purchase a nametag. Stop by and order your nametag at the Welcome Center!
Lord, when did we see you... Pastor Jeremiah Steepek transformed himself into a homeless person. He went to the 10,000 member church where he was to be introduced as the head pastor that morning. He walked around his soon to be church for 30 minutes while people were arriving. Only 3 people said hello to him. He asked people for change to buy food....NO ONE in the church gave him change. He attempted to sit in the front of the sanctuary but was asked by the ushers to sit in the back. His greeting was returned with stares & dirty looks, with people looking down on him and judging him.
As he sat in the back of the church, he listened to the church announcements and then the elders stood and said they were excited to introduce the new pastor of the church, Pastor Jeremiah Steepek. The congregation looked around, clapping with joy and anticipation. The homeless man sitting in the back stood up & started walking down the aisle. The clapping stopped with ALL eyes on him. He walked up to the altar, took the microphone from the elders (who were in on this) & paused for a moment. Then he recited:
“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’ “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
When he concluded, he looked at the congregation & told them what he had experienced that morning. Many began to cry & heads were bowed in shame. Then he said, “Today I see a gathering of people, not a church of Jesus Christ. The world has enough people, but not enough disciples. When will YOU decide to become disciples?” He then dismissed service until next week. Being a Christian is more than something you claim. It's something you live by and share with others.
(Article provided by Mark B. Polson. Edited for space)
Casting Lots for the Seamless Garment (John 19:23-24)
Insights from Pope Francis’ interview By Robert Christian, Washington Post, September 23, 2013
For pro-life activists, was Pope Francis’ interview disappointing? Not for those of us who believe the protection of life requires more than opposition to legal abortion. To really stand for life means opposing the direct and indirect threats to life posed by inadequate healthcare, poverty, mass atrocities, euthanasia, lack of access to clean water, and countless other injustices, in addition to abortion. And opposition to abortion itself means providing support to families, pregnant women, and children, not simply supporting laws that restrict access to abortion.
For more information on the Seamless Garment Ministry, please contact Tom & Elsbeth Germanson at 205.565.3456.
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Community News
Shared Blessings Everyday, we have families in our parish who are in need. Please consider donating items you no longer have use for to Prince of Peace. We accept all types of household necessities in good condition. We are currently in need of baby girl clothes 0-6 months for fall/winter, baby girl & boy clothes 18 months for fall/winter, diapers sizes 1 & 5, refrigerator, washer, dresser/chest of drawers, baby swing, kitchen chairs, size 13 ladies pants, queen headboard, and kitchen essentials - pots & pans, skillets, trays, serving utensils, silverware, etc. If you would like to be part of this ministry or for more information, contact Kathy Claypoole at 205.451.3332 or email at [email protected] or contact Valeria Hernandez at 205.718.3385. Please contact the parish office or Kathy Claypoole if you are in need of assistance through this program.
Keep up with parish news at our website: www.popcatholic.org
St. Bernard Prep Benefit: Dyron’s Lowcountry will host a dinner benefitting St. Bernard Preparatory School on
Monday, October 14 at 6:30 pm. Cost is $75 per person. Reservations may be made by contacting the school at
256.739.6682.
Marriage and Family Life: Our Lady of the Valley will host Fr. Rick Chenault on October 17 to discuss Marriage and
the Sacrament of Healing. The session begins at 6:30 pm with a snack table and fellowship. The presentation is
from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Childcare is available.
Magnificat Prayer Breakfast: Our Lady of Sorrows is hosting the Magnificat Prayer Breakfast on Saturday,
November 2 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. The speaker will be Sena Higdon. Tickets are $10 and available until
Wednesday, October 30. Please contact Catherine Patton for tickets or questions at 205-680-6007. Tickets may
also be purchased at Alpha Church Supply and Gifts in Homewood.
Christmas Bazaar: St. Peter’s is hosting a Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, November 24 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. If
you are interested in reserving a table for crafts, baked items, direct sales, etc., please call Devon Bissot at
205.438.3414 or email at [email protected]. Cost to reserve a table is $15.
Power of Pink: By purchasing a Power of Pink bracelet from Brighton Collectibles, a portion of the proceeds will
benefit “The Angel Squad” and “Young Breast Cancer Survivorship Network.” Please contact Annette Ceravolo at
205.982.0021, 205.540.2625, or email at [email protected] for details and to place orders.
Catholic Center for Concern Fundraiser: On Wednesday, October 30, they will host a Trash & Treasures Sale at
10:00 am with a Bingo Luncheon (cost $10 - includes lunch and 4 bingo cards good for 10 games) at 11:00 am.
This event will be at the Cedars Club of Birmingham. All proceeds go to the Catholic Center for Concern.
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