HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
Join us in the courtyard between the church and school for pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage (links and patties), potatoes, orange juice and coffee. The Knights accept cash, checks and credit cards. Handicapped accessible.
PLEASE JOIN US THIS AFTERNOON
Friday Afternoon Club
June 14, 4-7pm
Join us at Trails End (252 Front St.) in Monument to kick off the weekend in a casual and relaxed setting. Show up anytime - no RSVP required! Everyone is welcome! To learn more and join this SPIN group, click here.
Join Bishop Golka at Flying W Ranch for the Respect Life Roundup. Tickets are on sale now and will sell out quickly. Click here to make your reservation. Enter "St. Peter Parish" where it says "Please seat me with:" There is a 10% fee for paying with a credit card, otherwise, you can send in a check to the diocese. For more information, contact Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmail.com
or 719-481-4355).
With Gratitude From Fr. Raju
Our Dear Friends and Benefactors Rev. Fr. Gregory Golyzniak, Fr. Rajeev, Deacons, and Parishioners,
It is with immense gratitude that I write this. Thanks very much for everything you have done to make my visit a fruitful one. I did enjoy every bit of my short visit to the parish: amazing church and grounds, devotional Liturgy and music, friendly atmosphere, lively and thriving faith community and great hospitality of you and your loving people! It was indeed a relaxing and prayerful weekend for me!
Allow me also to thank you and your parishioners for the generous sacrifice you have made in the Appeal collection in support of our struggling fishermen community. However helpless we are to repay you for your kindness, we pray that the Lord bless and reward your missionary zeal.
Dear Rev. Fr. Golyzniak, the appeal was successful only because of your personal interest and repeated Ad. So committed to the parish that you are very much loved! Your down-to-earth approach and simplicity, your vision and love for the parish community, your kindness and support for the poor in the missions, are very evident. Your faithful are very mission-minded and are generous towards our cause. You have gone out of your way to accommodate me in the rectory and to provide me with everything I needed: comfortable stay, delicious dinners, engaging conversations with father Rajeev and Deacons. I was so blessed to have celebrated the liturgies. For everything, the faithful of Trivandrum are deeply grateful to you. Kindly convey my sincere gratitude to Fr. Rajeev, Deacon Clarence Johnson and other deacons, liturgy committee and staff, Mr. Lynn, and Mr. Knapp for the rides! However, I missed your love and presence as you are with your ailing brother and family. You are in my prayers and thoughts! Father Rajeev was so kind, and generous with his time and made me feel at home in your absence. Thank you all.
Deeply appreciating all that you have done to aid our struggling fishermen community, and wishing you good health and peace,
Sincerely I am,
Rev. Raju B. Pilla (mission Rep.)
Latin Archdiocese of Trivandrum
225 Bellevue Avenue
Penndel, PA-19047 Ph: 267-243-4291 Email: rbselvaraj@yahoo.com
NB: Father Rajeev, thanks so much for the kindness and love you have shown to me.
Update from Fr. Gregory
Dear parishioners,
Please allow me to give an update on my brother’s condition. After much consideration, Bogdan’s immediate family decided not to remove him from life support. The doctors assured all of us that Bogdan is not suffering any pain but he will not recover at all. It is just a matter of time.
As you know, I flew to Poland to see my family and attend the funeral Mass for the soul of my brother Bogdan. Our good Lord didn’t call him back yet. I said my goodbyes and now I’m on the plane flying back to you.
It turned out that the family needed me more while my brother is still alive, than after his death. When the time comes I will offer a memorial Mass for the soul of my brother Bogdan here in Monument, CO.
Thank you for all your support and prayers. Please continue to pray for my family. That is all we need now. I will see some of you on Sunday for Mass.
With prayer,
Fr. Gregory.
New and Noteworthy
St. Peter Catholic School Job Opportunities
- 2nd Grade Teacher - Full-time
- Latin Teacher - Part-time
- Before School Care Aide - (7-7:45 M-F)
- Lunchroom Aide - Part-time
Please send your resume to Karen Shannahan (karen.shannahan@petertherock.org) or apply here.
Catholic Women's Book Group & Book Reviews
The book group meets the first Tuesday of each month from 2-3:30pm in the Parish Ministry Center. For more information, contact Sue Andzik (719-359-2471 or sandzik@gmail.com). Click here to find a wealth of book recommendations and reviews all focused on Catholicism and spirituality.
Tapping into Theology - Tuesday, July 9, 7pm
What do you know about our wonderful Salesian Sisters and their special charism of educating youth to become leaders in faith in a secular world? Sister Melissa Benitez will present "My Vocation Story" and share how the sisters proclaim the love of Christ in our diocese, according to the educational method of St. John Bosco who chose St. Francis de Sales as his patron because of his kind and gentle manner. To RSVP and for more information, contact Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmailcom or 719-481-4355).
Notary Services
We are pleased to announce that we are able to offer notary services for our St. Peter parishioners. Please make an appointment with Melissa Smith (melissa.smith@petertherock.org or 719-481-3511) to have your documents notarized during regular office hours. She requests that in lieu of the standard notary services fee, please consider supporting our Diocesan Ministry Appeal with a gift in the amount of your choosing.
We are pleased to announce that we are able to offer notary services for our St. Peter parishioners. Please make an appointment with Melissa Smith (melissa.smith@petertherock.org or 719-481-3511) to have your documents notarized during regular office hours. She requests that in lieu of the standard notary services fee, please consider supporting our Diocesan Ministry Appeal with a gift in the amount of your choosing.
Walk for Life
Thanks to the generous St. Peter Parishioners who sponsored Father Gregory in the Walk for Life this year. His donation total is currently $13,445 for vulnerable moms and babies in the Pikes Peak Area. Other parishioners fundraised to support the life-saving work of Life Network, as well. Our parish total and the diocesan team total will be forthcoming. God bless you for being an amazing pro-life parish!
Parish Picnic - Sunday, August 18
Mark your calendar for the parish picnic at the Mining Museum! Additional details coming soon.
Rachel’s Vineyard Colorado Catholic Healing Retreat - August 23 - 25
Are you or someone you know suffering from the pain of an abortion? You are not alone. There is hope and healing after abortion. Please call to learn more about our confidential Rachel’s Vineyard Colorado Catholic Retreat in Evergreen, CO. For more information, call Lori (303-904-7414 - no texts please), email lfrank.rvr@gmail.com or visit rvrcolorado.org.
Liturgy Team Training: Lectors - Sunday, June 30, 9:15-10:15am
Are you interested in joining our Liturgy Team as a lector? Come to the large conference room for training. For more information and to RSVP, contact Deacon CJ Johnson (cjohnson@diocs.org).
Respect Life
Please click here to review a list of upcoming Respect Life activities and events.
This Week
Holy Hour - Friday, June 14, 3pm
Friday Afternoon Club - June 14, 4-7pm
Join us at Trails End (252 Front St.) in Monument to kick off the weekend in a casual and relaxed setting. Show up anytime - no RSVP required! Everyone is welcome! To learn more and join this SPIN group, click here.
Join us at Trails End (252 Front St.) in Monument to kick off the weekend in a casual and relaxed setting. Show up anytime - no RSVP required! Everyone is welcome! To learn more and join this SPIN group, click here.
The INFERNO Fatherhood 5k Fun Run and Walk - Saturday, June 15, 7:30-11:30am
This is an official race (with bibs and official times) for the course this year! There will be prizes for top runners (by age and gender)! Spread the word! Let's gather as a community to celebrate fatherhood! All family members (and pets) welcome for this 5K run/walk! Registration includes a bib, t-shirt, snacks and drinks. Also, bring a picnic & plan to stay and hang for food & fellowship! Registration & bib pickup will take place from 7:30-8:30am (June 15) and the race will begin at 9am from the pavilions. Click here to register.
Parish Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
Saturday, June 15, 4:30pm
Sunday, June 16, 10am
NEW! Beginning June 23, pray the Rosary on Sundays at 4:30pm.
If you are unable to come, click here for recordings to pray along with us on Saturday, Sunday, and throughout the week.
Farewell Receptions for Deacon Tom Tenpenny - Sunday, June 16, after 10:30 am & 5pm Masses
Parish office will close at 11:30am for staff meeting - Wednesday, June 19
Parish office will close at 11:30am for staff meeting - Wednesday, June 19
Ladies' Lunch Bunch - Thursday, June 20, 11:30am
Wines of Colorado is the destination for the June Ladies' Lunch Bunch. All ladies of the parish are welcome to attend. RSVP by noon on Monday, June 17, to Karen B. (719-321-6288 or bishopia@msn.com). Next month, lunch bunch will gather on Thursday, July 18.
Family Adoration Night with Awaken - Friday, June 21, 6:30-7:30pm
All are welcome! Adoration materials and coloring for children provided. Refreshments to follow. Sponsored by Inferno.
All are welcome! Adoration materials and coloring for children provided. Refreshments to follow. Sponsored by Inferno.
Reminders
Annual Knights of Columbus Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast - Thursday, July 4, 7-10am
Join us in the courtyard between the church and school for pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage (links and patties), potatoes, orange juice and coffee. The cost for adults is $10, ages 5-13 is $5, and 4 and younger are free. The Knights accept cash, checks and credit cards. All clergy, military personnel and first responders in uniform are free. Handicapped accessible.
Christ Renews His Parish (CHRP) Welcome Retreat for Women - August 24 & 25
Join us for our upcoming women’s CRHP Welcome Weekend. It’s an incredible overnight experience hosted by our parish. Learn more here.
8th Annual Catholic Women's Conference of Denver - Saturday, September 28
All women are invited to “For It Is By Grace” (Eph 2:8) to be held at the DCSD Legacy Campus in Lone Tree. This year's keynote speaker is Carrie Gress, author of The Anti-Mary Exposed and the popular Theology of Home book series. Join us for this grace-filled retreat featuring inspired speakers, Mass, confession, and Eucharistic adoration, along with live shopping amidst a host of popular Catholic Christian vendors. Registration opens June 28. For more information, click here. Questions? Email denvercwcinfo@gmail.com.
To Jesus Through Mary Ministry Rosary Tally: 141,734
To learn more about this ministry, click here or contact Elaine Martinez at emartinezemm@comcast.net.
Online Giving
Click here to make an offering via our safe, secure and convenient online giving program.
Upcoming events (find the complete list at petertherock.org)
- Parish Picnic at the Mining Museum - Sunday, August 18
- Blood Drive - Wednesday, August 28, 8:30am-12:30pm
For the latest news and information, visit petertherock.org, our parish Facebook page, or call the office at 719-481-3511.
Our Mission
St. Peter Parish is a welcoming community of different backgrounds living the joy of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.
St. Peter Parish is a welcoming community of different backgrounds living the joy of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.
Space is limited and spots are filling quickly!
For more information and to register, click here.
If you have not done so already, please consider supporting this annual appeal and help us reach our parish goal. A portion of your donation will be returned for use at St. Peter. Click here to make a secure online donation.
