October 24 & 25
after all Masses
The purpose of the ministry fair is to generate awareness and involvement in the many ministries at St. Peter. Please stay after Mass and discern about sharing your gifts and talents with one (or more) of our ministries.
TONIGHT!
Come hungry - concessions will be available in the SPCS gym!
Monday, November 2
8:15am (intention: Jim Smith)
9:15am (intention: all souls in Purgatory)
10:15am (intention: Holy Father)
8:15am (intention: Jim Smith)
9:15am (intention: all souls in Purgatory)
10:15am (intention: Holy Father)
Dear parishioners and guests,
Canon 905 §1 of the Code of Canon Law states: "A priest is not permitted to celebrate the Eucharist more than once a day except in cases where the law permits him to celebrate or concelebrate more than once on the same day." This rule exists to protect the sanctity of the Mass. — the prohibition on priests celebrating Mass more than once a day has been part of the law of the Church since at least the eleventh century.
All Souls' Day Is One of Two Exceptions.
All Souls' Day is one when a priest can celebrate not just one, but three Masses.
The practice of priests celebrating three Masses on this day is of somewhat recent origin, dating back only to around AD 1500 with the Dominicans of Valencia. Pope Benedict XIV extended it to the whole of Spain, Portugal, and Latin America in 1748 AD.
In 1915, at the beginning of the second year of the Great War, Pope Benedict XV — responding to requests by bishops and faithful from combatant nations — extended this privilege to priests throughout the Latin Church in his Apostolic Constitution *Incruentum altaris sacrificium*.
The reason Benedict XV gave for this extension was to come to the aid of the large number of young men who had already been killed, and were still being killed, as the conflict continued.
In other words, the sheer spiritual weight of so many souls suddenly entering eternity during the Great War moved the Church to multiply her intercessory power through the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
The three Masses are not offered arbitrarily. The norms established by Benedict XV — which continue to apply today — were that the second Mass was to be offered for the faithful departed and the third Mass for the intentions of the Holy Father. The first of the three All Souls' Masses is to be offered for a particular intention.
On All Souls' Day, any priest may celebrate three Masses, even if there is no pastoral necessity for him to do so, provided that the three Masses take place at different times and the second Mass is offered for all the faithful departed and the third Mass for the Holy Father's intentions.
This privilege is a profound expression of the Church's faith in the Communion of Saints and the efficacy of the Mass as the greatest prayer possible for the souls in Purgatory. The Church does not see death as the end of relationship — it sees the altar as a bridge between the living and the dead, united in Christ.
St. Paul reminds us: "Whether we live or die, we are the Lord's" (Romans 14:8). All Souls' Day — with its three Masses — is the Church's boldest liturgical act of solidarity with those who are “still on the way” to the fullness of God's presence.
To continue this tradition, I will offer three Masses on All Souls Day. It will be celebrated on November 2. First Mass will begin at 8.15am (In the intention of Jim Smith), 9.15am (For the intention of all souls in Purgatory) and 10.15am (In the Intention of Holy Father).
I would like to invite you to join me in this celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
With prayer,
Fr. Gregory
Canon 905 §1 of the Code of Canon Law states: "A priest is not permitted to celebrate the Eucharist more than once a day except in cases where the law permits him to celebrate or concelebrate more than once on the same day." This rule exists to protect the sanctity of the Mass. — the prohibition on priests celebrating Mass more than once a day has been part of the law of the Church since at least the eleventh century.
All Souls' Day Is One of Two Exceptions.
All Souls' Day is one when a priest can celebrate not just one, but three Masses.
The practice of priests celebrating three Masses on this day is of somewhat recent origin, dating back only to around AD 1500 with the Dominicans of Valencia. Pope Benedict XIV extended it to the whole of Spain, Portugal, and Latin America in 1748 AD.
In 1915, at the beginning of the second year of the Great War, Pope Benedict XV — responding to requests by bishops and faithful from combatant nations — extended this privilege to priests throughout the Latin Church in his Apostolic Constitution *Incruentum altaris sacrificium*.
The reason Benedict XV gave for this extension was to come to the aid of the large number of young men who had already been killed, and were still being killed, as the conflict continued.
In other words, the sheer spiritual weight of so many souls suddenly entering eternity during the Great War moved the Church to multiply her intercessory power through the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.
The three Masses are not offered arbitrarily. The norms established by Benedict XV — which continue to apply today — were that the second Mass was to be offered for the faithful departed and the third Mass for the intentions of the Holy Father. The first of the three All Souls' Masses is to be offered for a particular intention.
On All Souls' Day, any priest may celebrate three Masses, even if there is no pastoral necessity for him to do so, provided that the three Masses take place at different times and the second Mass is offered for all the faithful departed and the third Mass for the Holy Father's intentions.
This privilege is a profound expression of the Church's faith in the Communion of Saints and the efficacy of the Mass as the greatest prayer possible for the souls in Purgatory. The Church does not see death as the end of relationship — it sees the altar as a bridge between the living and the dead, united in Christ.
St. Paul reminds us: "Whether we live or die, we are the Lord's" (Romans 14:8). All Souls' Day — with its three Masses — is the Church's boldest liturgical act of solidarity with those who are “still on the way” to the fullness of God's presence.
To continue this tradition, I will offer three Masses on All Souls Day. It will be celebrated on November 2. First Mass will begin at 8.15am (In the intention of Jim Smith), 9.15am (For the intention of all souls in Purgatory) and 10.15am (In the Intention of Holy Father).
I would like to invite you to join me in this celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
With prayer,
Fr. Gregory
SAVE THE DATE!
Get a headstart on your holiday shopping!
Over 50 vendors!
Dozens and dozens of baked goods!
Vendor spots are still available!
Email holidayboutique@petertherock.org for more information.
New and Noteworthy
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed to help with clean up at our All Saints Day Party on Sunday, November 1, 10:30am-noon. Please sign up here.
Amazing Women's Guild - Friday, November 6, after 8:15am Mass
Women of St. Peter: Join us in the PMC for food, fellowship and a presentation by Hallie Chapin from Tri-Lakes Cares.
Reminders:
--The casserole sale is November 7 & 8.
--Deliver Elder Boxes to parish office by November 8.
Ladies' Lunch Bunch - Thursday, November 19, 11:30am
All women of the parish are invited to dine with the lunch bunch on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The November location is Sushi Ato (12245 Voyager Pkwy.). RSVP by noon on Monday, November 16, to Karen B. (719-321-6288 or bishopia@msn.com).
Prayer Intention
As we pray together each day at 3pm, please join us in praying for Pope Leo XIV.
This Week
Holy Hour - Friday, October 23, 3pm
SPCS Trunk or Treat - Friday, October 23, 5-7pm
Details above.
40 Days for Life - Saturday, October 24, 7am-7pm
Saturday, October 24, is our parish commitment in the FALL 40 Days for Life campaign. Parishioners will be on the Centennial Blvd. sidewalk outside Planned Parenthood from 7am-7pm in a silent witness when they are performing abortions. Can you offer up one hour on your Saturday to be a prayerful witness for women who have been deceived by the abortion industry? Your presence can make a difference in the life of a mother and her unborn child. You will not be alone. For more information or to make your one-hour commitment, contact Stephanie Kemp (stephanierkemp@gmail.com or 719-481-4355).
Ministry Fair - October 24 & 25, after all Masses
Details above.
Parish Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
Saturday, October 24, 4:30pm
Sunday, October 25, 10am
Sunday, October 25, 4:30pm
If you are unable to attend, click here for recordings to pray along with us on Saturday, Sunday, and throughout the week.
Holy Hour - Friday, October 30, 3pm
Reminders
Mass of Remembrance - Thursday, November 5, 5:30pm
The Mass of Remembrance is a special liturgy to celebrate, remember and honor deceased loved ones who have gone to live in the light of the Lord. All are welcome.
Tapping into Theology - Tuesday, November 10, 7pm
November is American Black Catholic History Month, established in 1990 to highlight the contributions of Black Catholics in history and contemporary society. Join Deacon Clarence Johnson as he returns to St. Peter for a very personal presentation on the "Saintly Seven: Role Models of Charity and Forgiveness." Come to the PMC to learn more about the blessed and venerable men and women (some of whom were former slaves) who are on the path to sainthood. RSVP (especially if ordering pizza) by noon on November 10 to stephanierkemp@gmail.com or 719-481-4355. Learn more here.
One Nation Walking Together
Christmas boxes for Native American Elders
Elder Christmas boxes are shoeboxes filled with various things listed below, wrapped in Christmas paper and labeled either elder man or elder woman. Suggested items include personal hygiene items (soap/shampoo/lotion, toothbrush, chapstick) playing cards, gloves, warm socks, notepad and pens, flashlight, sugar free candy, coffee mug. Help spread some Christmas love and warm a heart. Please return boxes to the church office by November 8. Thank you for supporting this worthy cause!
Please pray the rosary every day
Please join in praying the St. Peter Parish Rosary on Saturday at 4:30pm, Sunday at 10am, or Sunday at 4:30pm. If you are unable to come, click here for recordings to pray along, Sat/Sun and throughout the week. Please pray the Rosary every day.
194,912 Rosaries prayed so far by St. Peter parishioners! If you would like your
prayed rosary count to be included in our parish tally, just fill in an anonymous tally sheet on the rosary table in the back of the church (by the new mural) and place in the glass vase. You can also write in your recurring weekly count one time to be included automatically or email Monica Whiteside at TJTM@petertherock.org.
prayed rosary count to be included in our parish tally, just fill in an anonymous tally sheet on the rosary table in the back of the church (by the new mural) and place in the glass vase. You can also write in your recurring weekly count one time to be included automatically or email Monica Whiteside at TJTM@petertherock.org.
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)
- SPCS Holiday Boutique - Saturday, November 14, 9am-3pm
- Blood Drive - Wednesday, November 18, 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.
Bosco Middle School Youth Ministry
Calling all cooks! Please support the Amazing Women’s Guild annual sale with casseroles, soups, or baked goods! Proceeds support multiple parish and community ministries. Click here for drop-off times and additional important details. For more information, contact Bonnie McGuire (bmcguire09@gmail) or MaryBeth Steele (marybethsteele17@gmail).
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