ONLINE MASSES AND REFLECTIONSSUNDAY MASS ONLINE: 10:00 a.m - English (CLICK HERE)
MISA DOMINICAL EN LINEA: 11:00 a.m. - Español (CLIK AQUI) To view live or recorded masses online or to hear recorded reflections, visit: https://www.facebook.com/StPeterClaverMacon/
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Congratulations to Fr. Bill on
25 years of
Franciscan Priesthood!
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On May 13, 1995 Fr. Bill was ordained a priest at St. Ann’s Church in Fairlawn, New Jersey along with four classmates. May the Lord continue to bless him as a friar-priest.
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UPDATE: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
From Fr. Bill:
Evening Prayer in Time of Pandemic
May 19th at 5:00 p.m.
For the prayer, click here. PARA espanol, haga clic aqui.
COVID-19 UPDATE regarding SUNDAY MASSES (Desplazarse hacia abajo por espanol.) May 15, 2020
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Today we received the good news that Sunday Masses may be open to parishioners as soon as May 31st—the Solemnity of Pentecost. Unfortunately, there will be limitations placed on worship. Next week Fr. John and I will consult with Macon Deanery priests, our deacons, parish staff and health care advisors to present a plan for St. Peter Claver’s reopening. Once the Diocese accepts our plan for reopening, we will communicate it with you through social media. Know our prayers and desire to celebrate the Eucharist with you once again (safely).
Blessings,
Fr. Bill
15 de mayo 2020
Queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo:
Hoy recibimos la buena noticia de que las Misas dominicales pueden estar abiertas a los feligreses tan pronto como el 31 de mayo, para la Solemnidad de Pentecostés. Desafortunadamente, habrá limitaciones en como tendremos las Misas y actividades parroquiales. La semana que viene el Padre John y yo consultaremos con los sacerdotes del Decanato de Macon, nuestros diáconos, el personal de la parroquia y los asesores de atención médica para presentar un plan para la reapertura de San Pedro Claver. Una vez que la Diócesis acepte nuestro plan de reapertura, lo comunicaremos con usted a través de las redes sociales. Conozca nuestras oraciones y el deseo de celebrar la Eucaristía con usted una vez más (de manera segura).
Bendiciones,
Padre Bill
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Today we received the good news that Sunday Masses may be open to parishioners as soon as May 31st—the Solemnity of Pentecost. Unfortunately, there will be limitations placed on worship. Next week Fr. John and I will consult with Macon Deanery priests, our deacons, parish staff and health care advisors to present a plan for St. Peter Claver’s reopening. Once the Diocese accepts our plan for reopening, we will communicate it with you through social media. Know our prayers and desire to celebrate the Eucharist with you once again (safely).
Blessings,
Fr. Bill
15 de mayo 2020
Queridos hermanos y hermanas en Cristo:
Hoy recibimos la buena noticia de que las Misas dominicales pueden estar abiertas a los feligreses tan pronto como el 31 de mayo, para la Solemnidad de Pentecostés. Desafortunadamente, habrá limitaciones en como tendremos las Misas y actividades parroquiales. La semana que viene el Padre John y yo consultaremos con los sacerdotes del Decanato de Macon, nuestros diáconos, el personal de la parroquia y los asesores de atención médica para presentar un plan para la reapertura de San Pedro Claver. Una vez que la Diócesis acepte nuestro plan de reapertura, lo comunicaremos con usted a través de las redes sociales. Conozca nuestras oraciones y el deseo de celebrar la Eucaristía con usted una vez más (de manera segura).
Bendiciones,
Padre Bill
FROM FR. BILL:
CORONA VIRUS UPDATE 4-23-20
There will be no public Masses in Georgia until June 1, 2020. For more information, read the letter from Archbishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM, Conv.
CORONA VIRUS UPDATE 4-23-20
There will be no public Masses in Georgia until June 1, 2020. For more information, read the letter from Archbishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM, Conv.
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Stay connected to the Church and Diocese, through #FaithIsAlwaysOpen! All parishioners are invited to give, connect, and share at:
https://www.diosav.org/faith You may also share by sending pictures and stories of your new normal. For example: the usually busy family that now has time to say grace before each meal, the youth and young adults participating in virtual conferences, and the family or individual who watches daily Mass before beginning their day. Please submit your pictures and stories at: https://www.diosav.org/faith |
PRAYER for THOSE AFFECTED by the CORONAVIRUS
Jesus Christ, Healer of all, stay by our side in this time of uncertainty and sorrow. Be with those who have died from the virus. May they be at rest with you in your eternal peace. Be with the families of those who are sick or have died. As they worry and grieve, defend them from illness and despair. May they know your peace. Be with the doctors, nurses, researchers and all medical professionals who seek to heal and help those affected and who put themselves at risk in the process. May they know Your protection and peace. Be with the leaders of all nations. Give them the foresight to act with charity and true concern for the well-being of the people they are meant to serve. Give them the wisdom to invest in long-term solutions that will help prepare for or prevent future outbreaks. May they know your peace, as they work together to achieve it on earth. Whether we are home or abroad, surrounded by many people suffering from this illness or only a few, Jesus Christ, stay with us as we endure and mourn, persist and prepare. In place of anxiety, give us Your peace. Jesus Christ, heal us. Amen.
Ref: www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer
Ref: www.americamagazine.org/faith/2020/03/02/coronavirus-prayer
Other Spiritual resources FOR ADULTS, FAMILIES AND PARISHES
Please review the following spiritual resources provided by the Diocese:
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FROM FR. BILL:
As of March 16 Bishop Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv. has suspended all public Masses and events in the Diocese of Savannah. Please consult his letter for further explanation. This will be a hardship and disappointment for many. Let's keep each other in prayer. Please pray for individuals and families affected by the virus. Also, please remember health care workers, first responders and all who work to keep our citizens safe. Please watch our parish website and social media for communications. Know of my prayers-Fr. Bill, ofm. |
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IMPORTANT DATES In light of health concerns, St. Peter Claver Church has cancelled all events, including Masses, until at least June 1st. While the parish office is closed, the friars and parish staff are available by phone (478-743-1454) and messages are checked frequently. Please watch Social Media for daily reflections and Sunday Masses. Fr. Bill, ofm
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PARISH HOURSREGULAR HOURS (August - May):
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. SUMMER HOURS (June - July):
Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Closed on Friday. Contact Us:
St. Peter Claver Catholic Church 131 Ward Street Macon, GA 31204 (478)743-1454 (478) 743-9868 (Fax) stpeterclaver@cbi.mgacoxmail.com U.S. Bishops
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NEWSDiocesan office of child protectionFor more information about the Diocesan Office of Child Protection, click here.
FROM THE BISHOP:"SOWING THE SEEDS"
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