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Dear Friends in Christ,
I can’t believe it is already Sexagesima Sunday, and Lent is only a week and a half away. Every Lent we put in the narthex a map of the city of Rome that has highlighted certain churches. When we hear stations, we tend to think of the 14 Stations of the Cross we pray during Lent. But the word statio comes from the Latin for to stand. One feature of our liturgy is that, in antiquity, the entire populace of Rome would meet the Pope wherever he was living and then pro- cess to a different church on special days for Mass, especially each of the 40 Days of Holy Lent. There they would stand, watch and pray Holy Mass as a local church. When the papacy abandoned Rome for Avignon in 1309, this custom became literally no more than a footnote in liturgical books. It was not until the 19th century that the custom of Roman Christians gathering at the ancient sta- tion church of the day was revived. The stational churches are no longer a part of the official Roman liturgical books of the Ordinary Form. But every day of Lent, the American seminarians go to the stational church for Mass at 7a; there is also a group of Italian laypeople who go to the stational church each day at 5p for Mass.
Why should we care what church the Pope used to say Mass in on each different day of Lent? The ancient lectionary readings are intimately related to the places they were proclaimed. It reminds us that the public worship of the West- ern Church is tied to historical places in the city of Rome. It brings us a great sense of connectedness to our Roman character as Catholic Christians. This year, as we journey through Lent, we want you to have the opportunity to learn more about these stational churches. There is a wonderful book you can buy at http://bit.ly/stationalchurchesofrome which goes into detail about those stational churches. It’s a great way to start your devotionals each day during this holy season. Watch out for your newsletters and social media, which will also give more information on the stational churches! You will even be able to consult what day is for which church! Check it out, and let’s learn more about our Roman Catholic faith!
1 Church 2 Christ the King Adoration Chapel 3 PAC (Parish Activity Center) & PAC Classroom 4 Guadalupe Hall 5 School & School Offices (Lourdes Hall) 6 & 7 Parish House, under the protection of Our Lady of Fatima 8 KofC Building 9 Pope Francis House 10 Walsingham Hall Parking Lots 11, 12, 13 and 14
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sunday, 16 feb monday, 17 feb tuesday, 18 feb sixth sunday in ordinary time seven holy founders of the servite weekday (OF) (OF year A) order (OF) st simeon (EF) sexagesima sunday (EF) feria (EF) 8a Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) No Mass 6.30p Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) 10a Mass H Lee Heap+(FCS) 7p Novena 7p Confessions 12.30p EF Mass Lloyd Cleveland+(FCS) 6p Mass For the People of the Parish(FJD)
wednesday, 19 feb thursday, 20 feb friday, 21 feb weekday (OF) weekday (OF) st peter damian (OF) feria (EF) feria (EF) feria (EF) 8.30a Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) 7a Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) 12p Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) 5p Confessions (FCS)
saturday, 22 feb sunday, 23 feb prayer requests the chair of st peter (OF & EF) seventh sunday in ordinary time (OF year A) All those serving our country, Gena Cunning- quinquagesima sunday (EF) ham, Julie Mallory, Bridgitte Gunnells, Wrenn 3.30p Confessions (FCS) 8a Mass Mia Grace Rauch-L (FCS) Calcutt, Jim Bannister, Stephen Wiltberger, 5p Mass Linda Standera+(FCS) 10a Mass Lee Heap+(FCS) Lillie Nesbitt, Kevin Stainton, Doris Pratt, Ron 12p EF Mass Ed Rauch+(FCS) Schichtel, Sarah Williams, Kenneth Price, Joan 6p Mass For the People of the Parish (FJD) Rohaley, Jackie Andrejack, Deacon Bob Smith, Shannon Harkins, Gloria Dussich, Genny Khars, Rose Schillaci, Kristina Murphy, Kenny Sajous, Laurie Taylor, Tony Scachetti, Carl Jones, Jack- ie Fiedler, Louise Krug, Rita Herd, Bob Sebenick, Mary Schoen, Ann O'Dea, Joan Snoad Emily Stapinski, Luigina Warga, Jennifer Pfaffl, Please contact the Parish Office to request a name be added to the prayer list. Karina Smith, Tammy Lopez and Mary Jean We will leave names on the prayer list for two weeks, unless requested otherwise. Heap
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To share an hour of ’gratitude’ envelopes #408 $28,671 with the Lord, contact Lisa Buss loose cash $2,756 at 864.508.7123. All hours are available for adoption, especially electronic deposits #57 $4,618 those marked *urgently needed: total sunday offertory $34,046 6p & 10p Thursdays weekly budget needed $25,000 3a*, 9a* & 1p* Saturdays surplus/(shortfall) $11,046 Contact Lisa Buss to obtain the st vincent de paul society $5,063 code to the door at 864.508.7123. The code is not available by email. Questions? • First Holy Communion Retreat (required) [email protected]. will be 29 February 8.45a-12.15p. • Confirmation Retreat (required) will be 14 March (all day). Are you a Mom seeking community from other • Understanding Human Trafficking is 7 Catholic Moms? Join the Facebook group: Upstate March at 7p with guest speaker, Beth Messick, Catholic Moms to connect with Moms online, receive Executive Director of Jasmine Road and special invitations to spontaneous events, and more! guest, Lt Governor Pamela Evette • During the school year, this group meets on cer- • POPArt Party is Saturday, 25 April at Thorn- tain Fridays from 9.30a-11.30a for a rosary, Gos- blade Club (Southern Garden theme) pel reading, coffee and socializing in Parish House • Corpus Christi, 14 June, EF Mass will be at • Upcoming dates: 28 Feb 12.30p Learn more via Annie: [email protected] • Mass & Confession are cancelled on Saturday, 20 June due to the Bicentennial Celebration in Columbia and at the request of the Bishop St Faustina (of the Divine Mercy devotion) said that for every Holy Hour spent adoring the Most Blessed Sacrament, God will bestow a special grace to every We’re thrilled you’re part of our parish family: Re- man, woman and child on earth from God’s good- bekah Wunder and Brad & Amanda Reed and family. ness and love. The Guild of St. Thomas Aquinas Adoration Ministry asks all to take the next few weeks to prayerfully Consider being an usher/greeter at one of our many consider adopting a weekly hour with the Lord in masses! Contact Marco De Maria at 864.414.3090 the Blessed Sacrament. One may choose an hour of or at [email protected] to learn more! urgency or share an hour with another ador- er. There are options for those who are unable to commit weekly. Questions are referred to Lisa Buss Missed the opportunity to give to the Bicentennial at 864.508.7123. Campaign? Contact Phil Head at 864.420.4888!
The Notre Dame Glee Club will appear at Prince of Parents desiring Baptism for their children must at- Peace on 11 March at 7.30p! Tickets are $5/person tend a Baptism Class. The next class will be held on and can be purchased at the door or by contacting Thursday, 13 March at 6.30p in Parish House Con- [email protected]. Profits will benefit ference Room. Questions? Contact Deacon Gus at St Vincent DePaul Society. 864.420.0497 or [email protected].
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In your kindness, please pray for the repose of the Our parish is hiring someone to work a full time po- souls of Julia Astudillo, Arnold Robert Emetico, and sition serving in roles of Sexton & Maintenance. Thomas Joseph Doyle III . The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, inde- Eternal rest, grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual pendent worker, and with great attention to detail. light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful de- Must at least 18 years old, able to lift 50+ pounds parted, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. and work on ladders. Preference given to candidates with basic plumbing, painting and electrical skills. Training provided. Contact Phil Head with questions Check out our award-winning parish school! Tours by phone at 864.420.4888 or email your resume to for grades K4-8th are available at your convenience [email protected]. by scheduling with Tammy Lopez at 864.331.3911. • Donations to our Annual Fund advance the school competitively in academics, technology The Spring Campaign of 40 Days for Life is 26 Febru- and safety. Please give in person or online at ary (Ash Wednesday) through 5 April. Over the https://ppcs.ejoinme.org/annualfund20192020 course of 2019, we had 23 babies confirmed saved, 17 hopefuls (abortion-minded pregnant women who have been given life-saving literature and Pregnancy For men only: Resource Center referrals who leave the abortion • All men are invited to join a study of Acts meet- facility to “think about it”) and 65 turnaways (women ing on Tuesdays at 7p in the Middle School Build- who may or may not be pregnant and who leave the ing. For questions, contact Michael Thompson at abortion facility to go to the PRC for a free pregnan- 864.449.7845. cy test and/or ultrasound). Call Tanya Wersinger at For women only: 864-979-1856 for more information. • All women are invited to a study meeting on • Keep prayerful vigil by signing up for the time Wednesdays at 7p in the Middle School Bldg on that works best for you at 40daysforlife.com/ the Mysteries of the Rosary, a Blessed Is She greenville. POP is responsible for Mondays! study. Contact Angela Calabro with questions. • Kickoff Rally: Wednesday, 26 February from 7- For adults: 8p at the Piedmont Women's Center parking • All adults are invited to a study of Jeff Cavins’ lot, 1143 Grove Road. The Bible Timeline presented as an impressive • Midway Rally: Saturday, 14 March 14 at 7p at video-series with workbooks and discussion led Piedmont Women's Center parking lot, 1143 by Angela Calabro on Thursdays from 7-9p. The Grove Road. study will last through 2 April 2020 and work- • Closing Celebration: Sunday, 5 April from 3- books are $40 each. 4p, Piedmont Women's Center parking lot, 1143 Grove Road. St Joseph’s Feast Day is Thursday, 19 March! We'll honor St Joseph and the Dads of our parish & school Join us in wishing the following parish & school staff a family with 6p Mass followed by a procession where happy birthday! all Dads will follow directly behind Fr Smith into the • Elizabeth Wilson, 12 February PAC. Join us for a potluck and games! We'll have a • Fr Richard Tomlinson, 17 February photoshoot for Dads with their kiddo(s)! Children are invited to dress up as a carpenter, like St Joseph, or as their own Dad (if your dad is a policeman, The parish & school office are closed on Monday, 17 dress up as a policeman). Food may be brought to February for Presidents Day. the gym ahead of time. And, we will celebrate the Italian way with a 3 tier table containing breads.
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The Archives Committee is collecting pertinent Our Latin Mass community invites everyone to join items for posterity. Our first goal is to compile a col- their First Sunday of the Month Potluck after the EF lection of all of the church picture directories. If you 12n Mass. Bring a dish to share and enjoy being part have a copy that is in good shape to contribute, of this vibrant group! Contact Tracey Mershon at please send an e-mail to [email protected]! [email protected] with questions.
Please pray with us! Novena of the Miraculous Medal All are invited to an event with internationally known of the Virgin Mary is said every Monday night 7p- Catholic speaker, Bonnie Landry, on Tuesday, 3 7.15p in the adoration chapel. March from 7-10p at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in the Middle School Building. The cost is $10 and will include two talks ("Why Education Mat- The purpose of a recollection is to help participants ters"& "Families, Become What You Are: Intimate sanctify their ordinary life in and through their work, communities of Life and Love") lasting about 45 family, and recreational activities. In the spirit of minutes each with a break in between the talks for Opus Dei, the next Recollections are: Q&A, conversation and refreshments. RSVP to • Men: Friday, 8 May at 7p; reception to follow in Catherine at [email protected] no later the Parish House. than 26 February. • Women: Saturday, 9 May at 9a; reception to follow in Parish House. We have put a hold on Mass intentions being said at Prince of Peace until further notice due to the un- Join us in praying for those couples in our parish fam- foreseen change to the Mass schedule in 2020. We ily celebrating a wedding anniversary! Blessed Karl & can accept Mass intentions to be said in the Holy Servant of God Zita, pray for: Land. The Mass stipend is $10 and goes to the Chris- • Jonathan & Kelly Burgess, 13 years on 17 February tians in the Holy Land. We will submit them on the • Michael & Linda Sokol, 27 years on 20 February first of every month and will provide a Mass card. Send us your anniversary! Email Kylee at However, we do not know exactly when the Mass [email protected] will be said. Forms are in the literature rack in the Narthex and in the Parish Office. Donations toward the sanctuary lamp, bread The prayer shawl ministry meets the third Friday of & wine, flowers, and music remain open! the month at 10a in the Parish House. All are wel- come! Questions? Contact Jeanette Kripinski at 864.801.3078. Join the parish & school for a celebration of Mardi Gras on Saturday, 22 February from 6.30-8.30p in All youth ages in 9th-12th grade are invited to partic- the PAC wearing your brightest purple, gold and/or ipate in CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) on Sun- green with dancing, drinks, gumbo and tons of fun! days at 7p in Parish House! Contact Stephanie and Bring a side dish or dessert to share. Cost is $5/ John at [email protected]. person or $20/family with children 2 and younger free.
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We're offering access to Formed On Demand to 1+1+1=3 cheers all of our active parishioners! When you register at for our Math- formed.org/register, use code GYYF72. Things to Counts team who watch this week: made a fantastic • 22 February, The Chair of Peter the Apostle, showing in this watch Keys of the Kingdom—Understanding the weekend's compe- Papacy tition. Christopher earned a prized spot to advance to If you wish to donate toward the cost of the Easter state-level compe- flowers in memory or honor of someone, please use tition on 10 March the envelope provided in your March/April packet or in Aiken. The POP a plain envelope with your name, the name of your 4-person math loved one (please print) and amount, and place it in team, consisting (Christopher Suarez, Sophie the collection basket. Donations will be published Bunecke, Charlie Bobo, and Treesa Abraham) placed in the Easter bulletin. Deadline is Monday, 6 3rd among all Greenville County private and public April at 12p. schools. About 145 students participated among 18 schools. So proud of our POP students!
Our Knights of Columbus 9184 is seeking donations of plastic Easter eggs and non-allergy items for in- Come on the first Saturday of the month to the Pope side eggs for the Contact John to arrange donation Francis House for a gathering focused on comforting drop off at [email protected]. those who share in the grief of losing a spouse. Nothing morbid. Just an uplifting experience! Call Jean Casey 864.423.7010 for more information. Cursillo is an apostolic movement in the Catholic church in which men and women grow and maintain a close relationship with Christ. Register your child(ren) for our Summer Programs! • Men & women attend a regular Second Saturday At this time, we have the following open for registra- Ultreya Mass at 5p with a delicious potluck din- tion: 2 basketball camps, Totus Tuus Vacation Bible ner after in the Knights of Columbus House. School, Art Camp and Choral Theatre Camp. Learn Contact Joe Valitchka for more information: more on our website at: 864.386.1393 or [email protected]. princeofpeacetaylors.net/summer-2020-programs
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• Young adults in their 20s-30s-40s are invited to The present laws of the Church regarding fast and a 3-week study led by Chase Womack on the abstinence during the Season of Lent are as follows: Eucharist held Tuesdays (3, 10 and 17 March) at 7p at the Rectory. Questions & directions? Call • Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of or text Chase 678.372.6788 (cell) fast. On days of fast, one full meal is allowed. Many Catholics know what the Church teach- Two lesser meals, sufficient to maintain strength, es about the Eucharist, but few know why we may be taken according to each one’s needs, but believe it. Knowing “the why” behind The together they should not equal another full meal. Church’s doctrines allows Catholics to pre- Eating between meals is not permitted. Catholics pare for evangelization and defense of their who have completed their 18th year are bound faith. It also helps them root their faith in his- by this law until beginning their 60th year. tory, tradition and authority of the Church. In • Ash Wednesday and all Fridays of Lent are also this study of the Eucharist, we will discover days of abstinence. On days of abstinence, meat the role the Eucharist plays from Genesis to should not be eaten at any meal. The law of absti- Revelation to today and beyond. We will read nence binds all Catholics who have completed from renowned Catholic scholars such as Dr. their 14th year. Brant Pitre, Dr. Scott Hahn, Jewish historians • The Obligation to observe, as a whole or and their authoritative documents, The Cate- “substantially,” the penitential days specified by chism of the Catholic Church, and Early the Church is a serious obligation. The code of Church Fathers and more. This introduction Canon Law states: “On these days (of Penance), to the Eucharist will inspire you to delve into the faithful are in a special manner to devote the deep and rich meaning of what and themselves to prayer, to engage in works of piety who the Eucharist really, truly, and substantial- and charity, to deny themselves, by fulfilling their ly is. obligations more faithfully and especially by ob- • Purchase Lenten Companion for $6ea for an serving the fast and abstinence…” independent reflection with word, scripture, med- itation, and prayer. Checks payable to POP. Email [email protected]. • Ash Wednesday, 26 February 7a Distribution of Ashes and Low Mass (English) 8.30a Distribution of Ashes and School Mass In addition to our “normal” 2020 confession sched- 12N Distribution of Ashes and Low Mass (Latin) ule, confession will be made available on Fridays from 7p Distribution of Ashes and High Mass (English) 7-8p beginning 6 March. • Laetare Sunday, 22 March 10a Mass, Blessing of Expectant Mothers • Palm Sunday, 5 April Compline (also known as Night Prayer) is the final 8a Low Mass, 10a Sung Mass with Blessing of Palms & church service (or office) of the day in the Christian Procession, 12.30p* EF Mass (*note time change), 6p tradition of canonical hours. The prayers are always Quiet Mass the same, so it is very easy to learn! We will have Compline on Sundays at 7.30p beginning 1 March, in the church. • School Stations of the Cross, during the day— check the calendar weekly • 7p Stations of the Cross with Benediction • Solemn Celebration of Stations of the Cross with parish & school choirs at 7p on 3 April
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Fr. Christopher Smith Pastor 864.268.4352 [email protected] Fr. Richard Tomlinson Parochial Vicar 864.268.4352 [email protected] Deacon Robert Smith Deacon 864.908.7047 [email protected] *contact Deacon Bob about declarations of nullity Deacon Gus Suarez Deacon 864.420.0497 [email protected]
Phil Head Director of Administration 864.331.3908 [email protected] Mark Pulley Director of Finance/Bookkeeper 864.331.3907 [email protected] Maria Rauch Parish Secretary 864.331.3901 [email protected] *contact Maria R. about facility reservations and requesting Anointing of the Sick prior to surgery or when gravely ill Angela Calabro Director of Catechesis & Evangelization 864.331.3905 [email protected] *contact Angela about marriage preparation (call at least 6 months in advanced of proposed wedding date) Maria Barontini Pastoral Associate for Children’s Catechesis 864.331.3919 [email protected] *contact Maria B. about first confession, first communion, and confirmation Alan Reed Director of Music 864.331.3904 [email protected] Emily Sigmon Pastoral Associate for Youth & Children's Music 864.331.3952 [email protected] Elizabeth Wilson Organist 864.331.3906 [email protected]
Steven Cunningham Principal 864.331.2145 [email protected] Tammy Lopez Office Manager 864.331.3911 [email protected]
20s-30s-40s group (Advent) Thomas Connelly 864.501.8954 facebook.com/groups/20s30s40s Basketball Maria Rauch 864.331.3901 [email protected] Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts Harry Grilliot/Marty Yigdall 864.423.6541 [email protected] Communications Director Kylee Jean Heap 864.266.8843 [email protected] CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) John & Stephanie Lasitter [email protected] Foster Families Sara Hinson 864.434.8725 [email protected] Food & Financial Assistance St. Vincent de Paul Society 864.331.3937 Fraternus Paul Pizzuti/Thomas Connelly 864.501.8954 [email protected] Knights of Columbus 9184 John Olson 864.354.5680 [email protected] Natural Family Planning Kristie Killough 864.243.7800 Respect Life Tanya Wersinger 864.979.1856 [email protected] Sick & Homebound Mark Thompson 864.630.0606 Spiritual Direction Lisa Buss [email protected] Widows/Widowers (BOUNCE) Jean Casey 864.268.7554
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