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-A vibrant faith in the Catholic tradition.-

Living out our mission statement:
St. Peter's is working very hard to live out its mission statement by focusing on one of its four tenets each year.
In 2009 we are "Serving in Charity and Justice." We look forward to the many active ways in which we can
serve in charity in justice throughout the year. Read our newest Long Range Plan Update to learn more.

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What's Coming Up at St. Peter's Church:
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Fourth of July Masses—Saturday, July 4

The Saturday fourth of July morning Mass will be celebrated in Richfield
at St. Richard’s Church (7540 Penn Ave South) at 9:00 AM.
There will be no 8:00 AM morning Mass at St. Peter's on July 4th.
St. Peter’s will offer its 4:30 PM Mass that day.
The parish office will be closed on Monday, July 6th.

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Loaves and Fishes—July 29

St. Peter’s serves Loaves & Fishes the fifth Wednesday of the month at Hope Church.
Our next serving date is July 29th.
If you can arrive by 4:45 PM and stay until 6:15 PM
to help serve and clean up, please call Francie at 612-866-9297.

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Eucharistic Adoration—August 6

Eucharistic Adoration will be offered on August 6, from 8:30am-6:00pm.
Evening prayer and benediction will be at 6:00pm.
Consider spending some time quietly sitting in the presence of Jesus.
Cherish the Eucharist and find contentment in your day.

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2009-10 Faith Formation Registration--August 15/16

Registration will be taking place after all Masses for all St. Peter’s children and youth
the weekend of August 15/16. Faith formation opportunities include:

Family Formation for grades K-5
The Edge for grades 6-8
“T3” The Teen Timeline Bible study for grades 9-12
Confirmation (typically grades 9-10)
First Reconciliation (grade 2 and older)
First Eucharist (grade 2 and older)

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Pig Roast—August 22

Premium Pork on a Spit—August 22

St. Peter’s will present its 6th Annual Pig Roast on Saturday, August 22nd, in the social hall.
A social hour is planned from 5:30 to 6:30 PM with
free popcorn provided and beer, pop, water and wine available for purchase.
The buffet dinner, again catered by Divine Swine, will be served from 6:30 to 7:30 PM.
The menu will include roasted pork or turkey sandwiches, baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, dessert and coffee. Brought back again this year will be dancing to 50’s to 60’s; “Oldies” music
from Jay’s Musical Memories from 7:30 to 9:30 PM.
Tickets in advance are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 4 to 10.
They can be purchased now at the parish office.
At the door, tickets will be $13.00 for adults and $6.00 for children.
Children age 3 and younger will be admitted free.
For more information, please call Pat at 612-861-3981.

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Ministry Fair—August 22/23

That’s right! Our Ministry Fair will be setup the weekend of August 22/23.
This fair is a great way to learn more about the many ministry opportunities available for parishioner-involvement.
The bottom line is that St. Peter’s needs you.
With your help and commitment, we can better reach out to the needy, feed the hungry,
visit the lonely, spread the Word, educate our children, build our community
and enhance the worship experience for all.
Whatever your talents, everyone at St. Peter’s has something unique to offer.
We can find a good fit for you.
Tables of information, manned by ministry leaders and staff who can answer your questions,
will be awaiting you in August. Can’t wait until August?
Then contact the parish office at stpeters@btcsmn.org
and we’ll find a ministry that will nourish your soul and make you feel more connected
to the St. Peter’s parish and community.
We look forward to hearing from you.

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2009 Fall Festival—Renaissance in Richfield

Mark your calendar.
Our fall festival this year will be October 2, 3 and 4.
The Wine Tasting and Live Auction will make a return engagement—on Friday, October 2nd.
You won’t want to miss it!

Help Needed
Sign up to donate your time at the festival.
Call the parish office. We need everyone to volunteer!

Bring brand new items, including gift cards, for our silent auction.
Clearly label the value of your donation.

Bring used items that are in good condition for our Country and Seasonal stores.

Bring new bottles of ANYTHING!
Lotions, potions, all beverages (juices, pop, ales, wines, etc.) are welcome!

Bake Sale
Bakers, start your ovens! Begin baking and freezing items for the bake sale, and pies for the pie store.

Your Talents are Needed!
Can you braid hair? Can you play an instrument while moving about?
Are you a crafter who makes pottery, designs and/or sews clothing, quilts, weaves, or any other creative venture? Contact the parish office if you want to showcase your talent at Renaissance in Richfield.

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VIRTUS Session

All St. Peter’s and Blessed Trinity volunteers MUST have attended a VIRTUS training
in order to work with our children and vulnerable adults.
VIRTUS training assists the Church in being a safe place for children and vulnerable adults,
as well as a messenger for preventing child sexual abuse within the Church and society in general.
VIRTUS training sessions are conveniently located throughout the metro area.
In addition, Blessed Trinity and St. Peter’s have arranged a training session
in St. Peter’s room C/D on Tuesday, September 1st, from 6:00-9:00 PM.
To register for this or another session of your choice, visit www.virtus.org.

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A Taste of St. Peter's
St. Peter's cookbook features over 700 recipes! Our cooks went all out to put together a great book.
The cost is $15 and checks may be made payable to St. Peter's Church.
Stop by the parish office to get one today.

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Are you an alum of St. Peter's School?
If you are an alum of one of the Richfield parish grade schools, we want to add you to Blessed Trinity's alumni list. The list is used to organize class reunions and to keep alumni aware of what’s happening at their alma mater. E-mail your name (include address, phone number, and graduation year, if known) to alumni@btcsmn.org. Include any classmate names that you can recall. If possible, drop off or email any class photos you may have. Thanks!

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