Hello St. Peter Parishioners and Friends,
Join us this weekend for the Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Here are the readings for this weekend.
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*Please note that this weekend's bulletin may not be uploaded by the time of this email. An outside company uploads our weekly bulletin to the website.
Weekend Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 p.m.
Sunday Mass: 9:00 a.m. and Noon
Daily Mass Schedule
Monday 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m.
Thursday 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m.
*Daily Mass is celebrated in the Parish Center Chapel.
Upcoming Events
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 5
1:30 p.m.
Today is the Memorial of St. Francis of Assisi. Father Craig will bless animals tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. in the back of the parking lot. All pets should be on a leash or contained in some way.
Rosary Coast-to-Coast
Sunday, October 5
4:00 p.m.
Lakeview Park Gazebo
Rosary Coast-to-Coast is a national effort to have Americans across the United States praying the Rosary at the exact same time. Our parish has participated in the past, and this year, we will join parishioners from Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the literal coast of Lake Erie to be a public witness as we pray the Rosary for our country. To participate, meet at the Lakeview Park Gazebo at 4:00 p.m. tomorrow.
Jubilee of Marian Spirituality
Tuesday, October 7
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Lorain
October 7 is the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, and as Lorain County's pilgrimage sacred site for the Jubilee Year 2025, Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary will celebrate a Jubilee of Marian Spirituality. The evening will begin with the Rosary at 5:30 p.m. followed by 6:00 p.m. Mass. During the Mass, anyone who has made a consecration to Mary in the past will be invited to renew their vows.
Theology on the Rocks West
Monday, October 13
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Westside Irish American Club, Olmsted Twp.
How can we agree to disagree in a world that seems to be centered around oneself? Adults 40 and over are invited for a transformative evening with Theology on the Rocks West on Monday, October 13. The group will explore practical strategies to withstand the challenges of today and go on a journey of finding peace and joy in our lives. The cost is $15 per person. Light appetizers are included, and a cash bar will be available. Register is advance at www.theologyontherockswest.com.
Faith Direct upgrade to ParishSOFT Giving
October 7
Our current eGiving program, Faith Direct, will upgrade to ParishSOFT Giving on October 7. If you currently give online gifts through Faith Direct, you should have received the message below with your most recent statement. As the message states, you do not have to do anything. Your account and payment will automatically and securely transfer to ParishSOFT Giving. After October 7, you will log in to ParishSOFT Giving to manage your giving and make updates, but for now, you will continue to use Faith Direct. If you do not currently give online, you can still set up online gifts through Faith Direct by clicking on the blue "Give to St. Peter Parish" button below. New online giving accounts and payments will also automatically and securely transfer to ParishSOFT Giving on October 7. Thank you for your consistent support that helps us to build God’s kingdom on Earth.
Forming Faith
What is Forming Faith?
Forming Faith is for everyone from the time they are born until the time Jesus calls them home to his heavenly kingdom. Forming Faith is NOT just Religion classes for grades 1-8, but encompasses many other items including but not limited to CLOW- Children's Liturgy of the Word, Women Answer Yes, Men's Fellowship and Bible Study, Scripture Study, OCIA, OCIC, youth groups, A Music Class for the Little Ones (which has Faith Building and Music for ages 2-5), Virtus training, Baptismal Prep Classes, and Sacramental Prep. Forming Faith includes any adult or children faith formation, whether it is a class being offered or a program being offered, such as the mission, the 99 group, and classes being offered through the Digital Academy. Forming Faith accompanies individuals throughout their lives and through events such as the death of a family member, receiving sacraments, and visiting the sick. Forming Faith involves everyone!
All Forming Faith inquiries go to Lenore Hales.
440-282-9103 x119
Forming Children and Families for Eucharistic AmazementÂ
Wednesday, October 29
Forming Children and Families for Eucharistic Amazement is available both in-person and live-streamed, and Bishop Michael Woost will be one of the key presenters. More information about this day, as well as the option to register, can be found here.
Other News and Information
CYO Basketball Registration
CYO basketball is open to parishioners and St. Peter School students in grades 3 through 8. Click here for more information and to register before October 8. Contact Athletic Director Melissa Anderson with any questions or if you are interested in coaching. (manderson@stpeterlorain.org)
Diocese of Cleveland Middle School Youth Conference
Tickets are now on sale for the Diocese of Cleveland Middle School Youth Conference on February 7, 2026. If you know a student who would be interested in attending with a group from our parish, contact Lenore. (lhales@stpeterlorain.org)
Children's Liturgy of the Word
We now have Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) at noon Mass! CLOW is a Catholic practice where children are dismissed from the main Mass during the Liturgy of the Word to hear the readings and participate in age-appropriate activities that help them understand the scriptures and connect with their faith. This allows children to engage with the Word of God in a way that is more accessible to them while their parents participate in the full Mass. If anyone is interested in helping, please contact Lenore Hales at the Parish Office. (lhales@stpeterlorain.org)
Text and Email Updates
Use this link to update your contact information or to register new recipients to receive our email and text updates. Those subscribers with only an email on file will receive text messages as an email. If you have both an email and a cell phone number on file, you will always receive our messages in the format we choose to send them - email for longer weekly updates and text for short reminders. If you have questions about text and email updates, reply to this email or contact Melissa at manderson@stpeterlorain.org or 440-282-9103 ext.113.
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