TWENTY FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SACRAMENTS Sacrament of Reconciliation Confessions are heard daily Monday through Friday from 4:30 until 5:00 pm; Saturdays from 7:30 until 7:50am and 3:00 until 3:45pm. The sacrament is also available by request. Sacrament of Baptism Please call the rectory to schedule your preparation class and arrange the time of the ceremony, usually held at 12:00 p.m., immediately following the 11:00 a.m. Mass. Sacrament of Matrimony Following Diocesan guidelines, Catholic parties must contact the Cathedral and have their first meeting with the Priest Celebrant at least six months before the wedding to allow time for evaluation and sacramental preparation. Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Anointing and Holy Communion are available to the elderly and infirm upon request. Families are asked to notify the Rectory to arrange a visit. Sacrament of Holy Orders Holy Orders is the sacrament through which the mission entrusted by Christ to his apostles continues to be exercised in the Church until the end of time. Some men fulfill God’s call to holiness by serving as priests or permanent deacons. Men, high school age or older, who feel a call to Holy Orders should contact one of the parish priests. Religious Education Classes are held Sunday mornings during the school year. Please contact the Director of Religious Education for particulars. New Parishioners Are warmly welcomed to the Cathedral. You may register your family by calling the Rectory Office.

31 Club for Vocations Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life. 11 Bruce Swanson, 12 Mary Flamini 13 JoJo Cooper, Nicole Swanson 14 David Dieteman, MD 15 Bill Schwab 16 Janet Zegarelli

Ministers of Hospitality (Ushers) Schedule Sep 16/17 Team 4 Sep 23/24 Team 1 Sunday Collection Counters Sep 17 Team 2 Sep 24 Team 3

Sep 13/Oct 18, Wednesdays Catholicism:The Pivotal Players 7:00-8:30p.m. Synod Hall Sep 26, Tuesday SFO Council Mtg. 6:30 p.m. Synod Hall Oct 3, Tuesday SFO General Mtg. 6:30 p.m. Synod Hall

Financial Report September 3, 2017 Due to early submission of bulletin the financial report will be updated next week.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

Most Rev. Lawrence T. Persico, J.C.L, Bishop of Erie, Rev. Michael P. Ferrick, Rector Rev. Michael Polinek, in Residence Rev. David Renne, in Residence Rev. Jason Mitchell, Gannon University Deacon Jeffrey Swanson, Deacon Assistant Deacon Ray Sobina, Deacon Assistant Sunday Masses 4:00 p.m. on Saturday Vigil Mass, 6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Weekday Masses Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m., 12:10 p.m. & 5:15 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Handicap Access Ramp is located on the 9th Street side of the Cathedral

Cathedral Rectory 230 West 10th Street, Erie 16501 814-453-6677 | Fax: 814-456-1351 Toll Free Number: 1-888-325-2888 Website: www.stpetercathedral.com Business Hours: Mon-Thurs. 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. & 1:00 P.M-4:00 P.M Closed For Lunch From 12:00 NOON TO 1:00 P.M Closed: Friday, Saturday and Sunday Mr. Louis Ensani Director of Finance Mr. William Herring, M.A., Director of Music Ministry Mrs. Margie Frezza, Director of Religious Education, Saint Peter Cathedral and St Joseph/Bread of Life ~ 814-440-7960 Tim Rydberg Youth Minister St. Joseph, Bread of Life and Saint Peter Cathedral 814-452-2982

Readings for the Week of September 10, 2017 Sunday: Ez 33:7-9/Ps 95:1-2, 6-9/Rom 13:8-10/Mt 18:15 -20 Monday: Col 1:24--2:3/Ps 62:6-7, 9/Lk 6:6-11 Tuesday: Col 2:6-15/Ps 145:1b-2, 8-11/Lk 6:12-19 Wednesday: Col 3:1-11/Ps 145:2-3, 10-13ab/Lk 6:20-26 Thursday: Nm 21:4b-9/Ps 78:1bc-2, 34-38/Phil 2:6-11/ Jn 3:13-17 Friday: 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14/Ps 16:1b-2a, 5, 7-8, 11/Jn 19:25 -27 or Lk 2:33-35 Saturday: 1 Tm 1:15-17/Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7/Lk 6:43-49 Next Sunday: Sir 27:30--28:7/Ps 103:1-4, 9-12/Rom 14:79/Mt 18:21-35

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Mass Intentions Monday, 9/11/17 Weekday 6:30 am Josephine Heany 12:10 pm Marie Ohman (Elizabeth Jozefczyk) 5:15 pm Dr. William A. Rowane & Shawn Thomas Rowane (Family) Tuesday, 6:30 am 12:10 pm 5:15 pm

9/12/17 Weekday Dr. John J. Roberts (Family) Gayle Steinker (Family) Marion & Ralph Deck (Sheila Flanagan)

Wednesday, 9/13/17 St. John Chrysostom 6:30 am John & Mary McCarty (Robert & Jean Hausmann) 12:10pm Esther M. Joy (Husband & Family) 5:15 pm Norb Rapela (Family) Thursday,

5:15 pm

The Exaltation of the Holy Cross Helen Shimek, Anniv (Helen P. Shimek) Margaret & Francis Garvey (Dolores & Jim Garvey) Rev. Msgr. William Biebel (Larry Carlson)

Friday, 6:30 am 12:10 pm 5:15 pm

9/15/17 Our Lady of Sorrows Peggy Schaaf, B’Day (Jane & Ken Stepherson) Thomas Cicchetti (Cicchetti Family) James E. Spoden, Sr. (John & Meg Britton)

6:30 am 12:10 pm

9/14/17

Saturday, 9/16/17 Sts. Cornelius & Cyprian 8:00 am Nan Held, Anniv, & Jack Theuerkauf (Mary Ree Travers) 4:00 pm Edward J. Kennerknecht (Rita Kennerknecht) Sunday, 6:30 am 8:30 am 11:00 am 8:00 pm

9/17/17

Twenty Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Living & Deceased Members of the Parish Thomas C. Hoffman (Mary Dolores Weir) Ann Therese Wilson (Leah & David Dieteman Family)

Life Teen Mass, St. Joseph, Bread of Life

ERIE, PA

From the Rector’s Desk…. It is hard to believe that it will be 16 years tomorrow (Monday) since the terror attacks on New York City, Washington DC and Shanksville, PA. September 11, 2001 was a Monday. I can remember the day and time that I first heard of the tragedy. I was getting ready for a funeral at Blessed Sacrament. On the way to the cemetery the funeral director had the radio on and we listened in disbelief that something like this could happen in our country and so close to home. I encourage everyone on this anniversary of 9/11 to continue to pray for those people killed in the attacks, their families and for peace throughout the world. It is only with God's help that peace can prevail. Next weekend our Second Collection will be The Catholic Education Collection. The Catholic Faith, which we believe and practice, has been handed on through the centuries. Our challenge as Catholic faithful is the same: To hand on the faith to succeeding generations. Your help is needed to assist in this challenge. Please give generously to this year's Catholic Education Collection. One-half of this collection stays here at St. Peter Cathedral to help support our own religious education program. As always, know that your generosity is most appreciated. People are already talking about this Fall’s Continuing Education Series, Bishop Barron’s “Pivotal Players” videos. This is a great way to grow in our faith. We used his series last year and received many favorable comments from those who participated. With this series, Sheila Grove has lined up speakers who are very familiar with the people in the series to answer any questions you may have about the “Pivotal Players .” See the announcement in today's bulletin for more details. I look forward to seeing many of you at this series as we all grow in our faith. This afternoon (Sunday) I leave for my yearly retreat. As you may remember, every priest is required to make a yearly retreat. I will be making my retreat with the Monks at St. Vincent Archabbey. Not only did I go to school at St. Vincent, but I had the privilege of working with the Monks when I was stationed in St. Marys, PA. Please keep me in your prayers this week as you will be in mine. Congratulations to Jessica Emerick and Joseph Guild who were united in the Sacrament of Marriage here at St. Peter Cathedral. May God bless them with many happy and healthy years together. Where is September going? Continue to enjoy the beautiful weather while we have it. For the last few years, September has proven to be a beautiful month. Pray that this September is no different!

Weekend Mass Celebrants September 16/17 4:00 PM Saturday ~ Fr. Michael 6:30 AM Sunday ~ Fr. Michael 8:30 AM ~ Fr. Jason 11:00 AM ~ Fr. Michael

Thank you to everyone who received the Sacrament of the Sick after all the weekend Masses a few weeks ago. Fr. Mike and I anointed around 100 people. We will continue to offer this Sacrament on a regular basis after all the weekend Masses.

“ Catholicism: The Pivotal Players ” will be offered in Synod Hall on Wednesdays from 7:00 - 8:30 PM, September 13 through October 18. Please note that the program on 9/13 will run until 8:45 PM. There is no charge for the program, but preregistration @ [email protected] or after Masses on September 9/10 will help us plan seating and refreshments. Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni (1475-1565) is our first “Pivotal Player.” Primarily a sculptor, his most famous works are the Statue of David and the Pieta. He painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and was the architect of St Peter’s Basilica. Michelangelo’s distinctive style and realism in sculpture and painting was unprecedented. Bishop Barron gives us a tour of these famous works and many more. After watching the DVD you are likely to view Michelangelo’s masterpieces differently than you ever have before. Bishop Barron describes the artistic and religious significance of each and how they have profoundly influenced the prayer and worship of believers since the 15th century. Dr. Michael DeSanctis, known internationally for his knowledge of religious art and architecture, will watch the video with us and share his insights on Michelangelo’s contributions to the Catholic Church. This first video is longer than the rest, so class will run until approximately 8:45 PM. CLASS SCHEDULE 9/13- Michelangelo w/ Dr. Michael DeSanctis, Professor, Theology, Gannon University 9/20- Blessed John Henry Newman w/ Fr. Nick Rouch, Vicar for Education, Erie RCD 9/27- St. Thomas Aquinas w/ Fr. Jason Mitchell, Assistant Professor, Philosophy, Gannon University 10/4- St. Francis of Assisi w/Dr. James Menkhaus, Assistant Professor, Theology, Gannon University 10/11-St. Catherine Gannon Univ.

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The choir will meet for the first time this season, at 10:15am on Sunday, September 17th. We are looking for new members. If you enjoy singing and want to become part of this Liturgical Ministry, please consider joining us. As a rule, we do not have rehearsals in the evening, except if needed for a large event. This year we are combining the Children’s Choir with the Adult Choir. If you have children already in the choir we hope to see them back this year. They will sing with the adults. It will give them excellent training in learning to sing harmony.

Dr. Aaron Kerr, Assistant Professor, Philosophy,

Exaltation of the Holy Cross The cross was once the most horrible way to die, fit only for the lowest of criminals whose crimes were nailed above their heads as examples to those who would see them. Christ humbled himself, by being born in a barn, by living as a man, and by dying on a cross with the words "King of the Jews" written above his head for all to see. As Christ transformed himself through his death and resurrection, and changed death from something to be feared to the beginning of new life, he transformed the cross from an object of fear to a symbol of hope, and from a sign of death to the greatest symbol of love, and everlasting life.

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he Knights of Columbus are sponsoring a dance on Saturday, Sept 23, 2017 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 837 Bartlett Road Harborcreek PA 16421. The dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. in the gym and features "The Groove" one of Erie's most popular bands. Complimentary beer and snacks will be provided. Tickets prices are (1) for $15 and (2) for $25. Tickets can be purchased at the parish office Monday thru Friday from 9AM to 3 PM. For any additional information call 899-5342.

The Diocese of Erie is very excited about the opportunity to participate in the Take Me to Worship campaign that is being promoted in Erie County this summer and fall, August 15 – October 30, 2017. Data from this campaign has shown that when children participate in regular, weekly, organized religion, they are less likely to be involved in violence, drug and alcohol use, and committing suicide. Let’s take our families to mass regularly! To find out more and to get involved, please visit www.takemetoworship.org or contact the Family Life Office at 814-824-1261 or [email protected].

Wedding Banns Openings Remain for Engagement Encounter

September 16, 2017 2:00pm Jon Stull and Danielle Mather September 23, 2017 2:00pm Nickolas Peterson and Katelyn Sheehan September 30, 2017 12:00pm Kirkland Pyles and Amanda Lopez September 30, 2017 2:00pm Mike Sabolcik and Katie Bach

CWC News! Cathedral Women’s Council will meet on Monday, September 18, 2017 at 10:00am in Synod Hall. All ladies of the parish are welcome to join us. Come and find out how we are re-organizing and reenergizing this vital part of our Parish Community as we transition and move forward as part of the Parish Family Life Organization. No dues, no commitment, please join us to voice your ideas and help us grow in the love of Christ.

Next to your own wedding day, Engagement Encounter is a weekend you will never forget! EE still has a few openings for its September 22nd through 24th weekend at St. Mark Catholic Center in Erie. Call the Family Life Office at 814.824.1261 or visit www.eriercd.org/ee.htm for more information or to register. Space is limited; register today! Interfaith couples are encouraged to apply.

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nnual Parish Day: St. Stanislaus Parish, is hosting their Annual Parish Day on Sunday October 1, 2017, from 12:00 noon until 5:00pm. A delicious “Polish Platter Dinner” will be served from 12:00 noon until 5:00pm. Cost for adults-$10, children (6-12) $5 and children under 5-free.

The advertisers on the C. James Vendetti, Esq. back of our weekly 814-868-8541 bulletin help us defray the cost of publishing our weekly bulletin. Take a look at the back cover to see all the wonderful folks who are advertising with us and please say thank you to them when you see them. We thank all of them for their continued and generous support to Saint Peter Cathedral. SEPTEMBER 16-17

SATURDAY 4 PM

Lector

JIM DISANTI

Altar Server - Captain Altar Server

SUNDAY 6:30 AM JIM DOMBROWSKI

SUNDAY 8:30 AM

SUNDAY 11 AM

JOHN FLAMINI

NICOLE SWANSON

CHARLIE CARYL

THOMAS PRICHARD

KADEN SWANSON

KATIE CARYL

ANN MARIE PRICHARD

Altar Server Communion Minister

JOYCE DAHLKEMPER

Communion MInister Communion Minister Communion Minister Children's Liturgy

MARILYN POL

MARY FLAMINI

DENNS MAGERLE

BILL SHIELDS

KAREN KUBERA

PAMELA MAGERLE

KYLIE PELLEGRINO

DAVE SANNER

SYLVESTER RUCINSKI

MARK PELLEGRINO

WILLIAM STEADMAN ANNIE SANNER

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