Greetings!
We hope you enjoy the August 2010 edition of "The Timely Perpetuan" and we welcome your contributions. Please let us know how we can improve this e-newsletter. Also, please be sure to look at our new website, www.stperpetua.org, and feel free to send us feedback on that, too!
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CURB APPEAL PLUS+++
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This summer
has provided us with the chance to make some major improvements to our
facilities:
· exterior
painting of three building: parish office, chapel building, church/hall
· paving,
re-sealing and striping of the lower parking lot
· new front doors to the parish hall
School
improvements include:
· renovation
of four classrooms (grades 1-4), including new ceiling, lighting, flooring, and
wall surfaces; new front doors; raised hallway ceiling and new lighting
· carpeting
in Panther House
· security
barriers for pedestrian safety
These
improvements are made possible by the generosity of our parishioners and school
parents. Parishioners have
contributed nearly $50,000 to help cover the cost of the church improvements
and school parents raised $180,000 at last year's auction/dinner towards school
improvements. What a tremendous sign of dedication and support! Thank you.  
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Choir and Music Program Brunch
| This Sunday, August 29 - 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Please join Director of Music Ministries Matt Wolka and the cantors,choir members, and musicians of St. Perpetua for a special Music Program in the Church Hall. If the delicious food isn't enough to bring you in, Matt will answer any questions you have about the music program at St. Perpetua and lead a short "sample" rehersal so you can get a feel for how much fun it is to be a part of our choir. You don't need to bring a dish - there will be plenty of food. Those interested in joining the choir, playing an instrument during mass, or becoming a cantor are especially encouraged to come. RSVP if possible to mwolka@stperpetua.org or call (925) 299-8520.
Choir rehearsal will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 pm.
Children's Choir (grades 2-5) will begin Tuesday, October 5 at 4:30 pm.
For more info please see our web site
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OKTOBERFEST 2010
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Sunday, October 3: Parish Carnival
You
should receive the carnival mailing next week which will allow you to pre-order
your tickets at a reduced price, sponsor a booth, create a basket for the
silent auction, buy raffle tickets and more. Info and forms are also available
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Faith Formation Update
| K-5
Over one hundred families have already registered for this year's faith formation elementary program, Classes begin Tuesday, Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 10. Registration packets are available in the back of the church, in the parish office, or can be downloaded from our parish website. Registrations received after Sept. 20 will be put on wait lists. Classes are filled in order of registration forms received.
Classes are offered:
Sundays from 9:25-10:30 am for pre-K through grade 3
Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 pm and 7:00-8:00pm for grades 1-5 and 6:45-8:15 for grades 6-8.
Several additional generous and caring volunteers are needed to teach these classes.
Please contact Cathy Giroux at 283-0272 X204 for inquiries or with generous offers to assist with the program.
Jr. High (6-8)
The Edge program begins Oct. 5th at 6:45pm. All middle school youth are invited to join this fun and educational program that gives them the foundation of Jesus in their lives. Studies show that youth with religious backgrounds are better able to handle life's challenges, do better in school, have better family relationships and are more successful at avoiding risky relationships. Forms can be found on the church website or at the parish office. Registration ends Sept. 20 so get your forms in soon! The Edge core team is also looking for high school students and adults to be small group leaders and music leaders. All lessons are already prepared; you just need to come ready to engage our youth in fun activities and discussion. Any questions, please call Michelle Chan at 899-1700 or email at mmchan6@yahoo.com.
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Teen News
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St. Perpetua's Youth Ministry
starts soon! All teens are welcome
to join in with other teens to explore how their faith is alive for them
today. High school students that
want to come together in an energized, engaged, safe, and caring environment to
examine and live their faith in real ways during their high school years come
and check us out. Teens have the
opportunity to gather in several ways.
Choose one or more that fits you:
- Weekly youth group gatherings on Wednesdays evenings - starting
Wednesday, September 22;
- Monthly Teen Family Youth Masses - our first is Sunday, September
19 at the 11:30 am liturgy;
- Sacramental preparation for Confirmation (you must be at least a
Sophomore), starting Sunday evening September 26 (with pre-meetings September
12, 14 or 16);
- Service and Outreach in the parish and in the community; and
- Fun Social activities and Games Nights throughout the year.
Check out the
Parish website for information on the new year that starts in September
as well as registration information that each teen needs to complete. Drop Gary
an email if you have ideas, questions or want further information. |
Outreach News
| 5th Sunday Collection this weekend: Aug. 28/29
St. P's Food Basket Collection
On September 11/12 please bring Canned Meals - Pasta, Chili, Stew.
Thank you so much for your generosity!
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Sincerely, The Staff of
St. Perpetua Catholic Church
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