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HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! To all our fathers, grandfathers, godfathers (parrains), and father figures in our lives, may your day be filled with God’s Blessings. May Saint Joseph, foster father of Jesus, and protector of the Universal Church, continue to guide you. Father’s Day is always celebrated on the third Sunday in June. This year, Father’s Day, is the official first day of summer. Of course, we have been in “summer mode” for a few weeks now. May all our dads who are no longer with us, rest in eternal peace.

As we return to Ordinary Time on Sundays, the harvest images provide a framework for stories of growth in this week’s Liturgy. The First Reading from the Prophet Ezekiel stirs our imagination with a flourish of nature images of various stages of growth. In the Gospel of Saint Mark, Jesus invites the crowds to envision the Kingdom of God in two ways. First, is an analogy of the kingdom at harvest time, after much patience and nurturing the seed. The second parable tells the familiar story of the tiny mustard seed. Jesus uses images of agriculture in the Gospel to help the people understand His message. Although farming is dependent on many variables the farmer has no control over; however, the seed of faith planted in our hearts is totally in our control. Will we take the time to weed? Will we take the time to water? May the seed of faith planted within each of us continue to grow each day.

The Parish Office Summer Hours starts on May 27, 2021 Mon - Thu, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm (closed Fridays)

Congratulations to Houston & Ashley Remondet for being named Family of the Month for May. Congratulations to Alden Bienvenu Jr. for being named Knight of the Month for May. All practical Catholic gentlemen 18 years and older are invited to join our council, membership is free if you join before June 30th of this year. Contact Robert Beadle or Joel Ocmand for details. Like us also on Facebook! (Knights of Columbus 2436)

Welcome to all parishioners and guests who are returning to celebrate Mass with us since the pandemic began. Your presence was missed, and we are glad that you have returned to be part of our faith community on this Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, also known as Corpus Christi. Every time we gather for the Eucharist, we offer simple gifts of bread and wine that become Christ’s Body and Blood for all to share. These basic staples of food and drink that we bring to the altar become the flesh and blood of our Savior. His Body and Blood nourish us as we carry out His mission.

We are sorry to announce that due to the pandemic, the Vacation Bible Camp will not be held this year.

As most of you have heard Mr. Jerry Brown, after many years of saying “I think it’s time for me to retire”, has finally retired. While we will miss seeing Mr. Jerry around, we wish him well and a very well deserved retirement. While we would love to have a retirement gathering for Jerry to show our love and appreciation for the last 61 years he dedicated to St. Peter Church, Cemetery and School, he didn’t want to make a big deal of it. So if anyone would like to send Jerry their personal well wishes and appreciation, you can either mail them directly to him at Jerry Brown, 267 East 24th Street, Reserve, LA 70084, drop off at the Rectory or put in collection basket and we will forward them to him.

Today, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Holy Trinity. At a young age, we learned to make the Sign of the Cross and the accompanying prayer: “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.” We have lost track on the number of times we have said this prayer while making the Sign of the Cross. We say this when we enter a church, when we begin Mass, when we pray. It is our identity. It reminds us that we are in the presence of God. It joins us to millions of other Christians across time and space. It expresses our belief in the Triune God. Three persons in one God enabled God to become incarnate—enabled God to come down upon us in baptism—and enables God to be with us here today and every day. As we celebrate the Feast of the Trinity, let us contemplate the great wonders God has done and continues to do in our daily lives.

Today is the fiftieth (50th) day of Easter. The Church concludes the Easter season on the Solemnity of Pentecost. In fire and wind, the Spirit of the Lord descends with God’s seven -fold gifts of Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Fortitude, Knowledge, Piety, and Fear of the Lord. From the time of our Baptism, we have been blessed with the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit operates in us, guiding us, and strengthening us on our mission.

Today is the Solemnity of the Ascension. Up until recently the Ascension was celebrated forty days after Easter, thus celebrating the Ascension on Thursday. However, in most areas of the United States, Europe, and Australia, the Vatican gave approval for ecclesiastical provinces to transfer the feast to the Seventh Sunday of Easter. On the day Jesus ascended to heaven to remain with His Father, He commanded His disciples to carry on His ministry—proclaiming the good news to the whole world. Now we are that whole world. Now we are those disciples. Now we too are commissioned to go out and spread the good news!

“Thank You” from the Ladies Altar Society for your generous support for their ‘traditional’ Mother’s Day carnation sale! Monies raised helps them to pay for flowers, altar cleaning and supplies.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! On this Sixth Sunday of Easter, we celebrate Mother’s Day. A day in which we honor our mother’s. May your day be special and filled with love from your children, grandchildren. For those of us who lost mothers, I pray that they are sharing this day in heaven with our Blessed Mother.

On May 16th Fr. John will celebrate 40 years of ministry to the Archdiocese of New Orleans.  The St. Peter’s Community is invited to attend a reception honoring Fr. John Marse as he celebrates this momentous occasion.  The reception will be held in the KC hall following 11 AM mass on Sunday May 16th.  Along with cake and refreshments, jambalaya will be served.  Everyone is welcomed to attend and celebrate with Fr. John.

Ladies Altar Society is having it's annual Carnation sale next weekend for Mother's Day

Someone has lost a rosary while attending a funeral here at St. Peter Church and was hoping it was found by someone as it has a very high sentimental value to them. It has a small black case, maybe 2 x 2 and the rosary is also small, with long rectangular white beads made by Lloyds. If found, please return it to the Rectory here or give us a call at 985-536-2887.

The Second Reading for today’s Mass gives us much food for thought. In the First letter of Saint John, the author tells us: “Children, let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth” (1 John 3:18) A little further we hear Saint John tells us: “We should believe in the name of His Son, Jesus the Christ, and love one another as He commanded us (1 John 3:23-24). A quite simple, but challenging statement. Whether with family, colleagues, or in church communities, we are called to love one another. This requires us to be open and willing to reach out to reconcile. Our communities of faith are signs of unity with Christ. Jesus says “I am the vine—you are the branches (John 15:5). The vine gives life to the branches. Jesus, as the vine, gives life to us who are the branches.

Today, on this Fourth Sunday of Easter, we celebrate Good Shepherd Sunday, recalling Jesus’ promise to protect us from harm, to rescue us when we stray, and to guide us home at the end of the day. Ultimately, Jesus laid down His life for us, as He told His disciples that He would do. We come here with worries and concerns on our mind. We take comfort in knowing that Jesus, the Good Shepherd watches over us, providing comfort, protection, guidance, and above all—salvation.

Someone has lost a rosary while attending a funeral here at St. Peter Church and was hoping it was found by someone as it has a very high sentimental value to them. It has a small black case, maybe 2 x 2 and the rosary is also small, with long rectangular white beads made by Lloyds. If found, please return it to the Rectory here or give us a call at 985-536-2887.

We are an Easter people. Whatever our circumstances may be, or the circumstances of the world; as we gather to celebrate the Eucharist, we gather in joy because our Lord truly rose from the dead— conquering death and bringing the promise of eternal life to all.

Grief can be a very lonely and isolating experience.  Everyone who loses a loved one or experiences a major transition in life may experience sadness, anger, and loneliness.  Being in the company of others who understand because they are also grieving can offer comfort and hope. A grief support group can provide a place where grieving people share their stories, and listen to others' stories, including the story of God and God’s love.  The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 12th at 10:00 a.m. in the Lacour Center.  If you are interested in attending or would like more information, please contact Cheryl Entremont.  Let us be companions on your journey!      Social distancing guidelines will be observed and wearing a mask is recommended.