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Greetings!
We hope you enjoy the September 2011 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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THE ROMAN MISSAL
| Beginning with the First Sunday of Advent (November 27, 2011) Catholics in America and throughout the English-speaking world will beginning using a new Missal at Mass. The Missal is the official book of prayers that guides the presider and the assembly in our communal worship. You will notice several changes in the responses that you make at Mass. For instance, when the greeting, "The Lord be with you" is extended to us, we will respond "And with your spirit." Before entering the communion procession we have said, "Lord, I am not worthy to receive you, but only say the word and I shall be healed." The new translation provides the response, "Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed."
The Roman Missal, Third Edition has been prepared and translated from Latin. It offers a more literal translation of the official Latin text, more clearly translates some Scripture passages used in prayers in the liturgy, is more poetic in places, uses more formal language and includes some translations that require explanation so that they can be prayed well. To find out more about these forthcoming changes mandated by the Pope and the Vatican, go to the Bishops' website. In the next few weeks leading up to Advent you will receive information and material regarding these forthcoming changes.
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Faith Formation Begins |
Tuesday, October 4, at 3:30 p.m.
Parents and Children please meet in the church
Tuesday, October 4, at 7:00 p.m.
Parents and Children please meet in the church
Sunday, October 9, at 9:25 a.m.
Children are asked to meet in their grade classroom.
Parents please pick children up promptly after Mass.
We will have a brief meeting immediately following class in the RRC.
Please contact Kristine Kvochak at 283-0272 ext. 204 or via e-mail for more information.
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Parenting Teens in Today's Culture
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Today's teen culture seems more confusing than ever, but there is hope. Join Mark Gregston, founder of Heartlight, a residential counseling program for teens, for an evening of practical wisdom and insights to help you navigate the teen years. Mark is a popular speaker, writer, and has over 30 years of experience working with teens in crisis. He is heard around the country on his weekly radio program.
Where: Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church, 10 Moraga Valley Ln, Date: October 13, 2011 Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm
Price: $10/person or $15/couple
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Teen News
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St. Perpetua welcomed 49 candidates to their first Confirmation preparation evening Sunday, September 25. This marks the start of their formal journey to come to understand the role faith has in their life now and the role it will play in the future. St. Perpetua celebrates Confirmation in the parish on Saturday, May 19, 2012. For more information about our teen programs please visit our website or e-mail Gary. |
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Sage News
| MALAWI, AFRICA Slide Presentation
MALAWI, AFRICA slide presentation and talk by Sue Hickman, who recently returned from a humanitarian trip with VoiceFlame Writers International, an organization focusing on assisting women in this third world country find their voice through writing. 9:00 AM on Friday October 7 in the CHAPEL BLDG. Note change of location. A continental breakfast will be served by SAGE members. All are welcome.
Please Join us: For an excursion to the newly renovated OAKLAND MUSEUM to view the exhibit of Altars for the Mexican festival of the Day of the Dead. These celebrations echo our All Souls Day. We will go by BART or car on Thursday, October 20. Meet at upper parking lot of St. Perpetua at 10:30 am. We will enjoy box lunches at the Blue Oak Cafe at the museum. The cost of the excursion will be $28.00. Before our 1:30 tour, you may wish to browse the new John Muir Exhibit and art gallery. Reservations due by October 5. For more information or to make reservations, please contact Kathy Geddes at 283-0272#207 or kgeddes@stperpetua.org
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Please consider
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sharing your financial and/or management expertise and commitment to the parish by taking a few hours each month to serve on the St. Perpetua Church Finance Council? There will be a few opening on the Finance Council beginning in October 2011. The responsibilities include attending a monthly meeting, participating in sub-committees, and working with the pastor and staff for the effective management and disbursement of parish funds. If you are interested or would like more information, please call Kathy Geddes at 283-0272# 207 or via e-mail.
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School News
| St. Perpetua Alums playing at the golf tournament
The 8th Annual St. Perpetua School Golf Tournament at Roundhill Country Club was an amazing success! Thank you so much to those who participated either as a golfer or volunteer. A wonderful time was had by everyone who was on the links! Proceeds from this event will continue to support 21st Century Learning Skills for all our students in grades Kindergarten through 8th grade through the purchase of additional ipads, interwrite pads for teacher and student use and other technologies for the classrooms.
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Outreach News
| St. P's Food Basket Collection
On October 8/9 please bring Canned or Dried Beans - Refried, Pinto, Black, Kidney, Pork and Beans, Baked
Blue Barrel Collection: Oct. 15/16 & Oct. 22/23
Please bring new or "gently used" towel sets and blankets. All donations will be given to the Contra Costa Interfaith Coalition.
Thank you so much for your generosity!
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Sincerely,
The Staff of
St. Perpetua Catholic Church
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