The memorial feast of our Patron Saint, St. Peter, and the 45th Parish Day was celebrated on July 1st & 2nd 2023. The event was blessed by the esteemed presence of Archbishop His Eminence Mor Titus Yeldho, who also served as the chief celebrant, accompanied by priests from sister-churches joining in concelebration. The presence and prayers of all faithful graced this solemn occasion.
On March 18, 2023, the church members gathered at St. Peter’s to help build furniture for refugees and immigrants in need. We partnered with World relief Chicagoland, a global Christian organization that empowers local church to serve the most vulnerable. The members brought their own tools, an high spirits to build a 3-chest dresser from IKEA. We were able to make 10 dressers. The event provided an opportunity for all of us to serve our brothers and sisters to rebuild their lives in a new country.
What is the job description of a vinedresser? The definition of vinedresser is “an agriculturalist who cultivates and prunes grapevines”. Pruning is one of the most important job of a vinedresser. A vinedresser is involved in daily pruning of grapevines, to help ensure that vineyard has a successful crop. Pruning is critical in the grape production system.