Saint Peter and Paul parish, 260 N. Third St., Lehighton, announces its schedule of events:

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is offered on the Lord’s Day at Saints Peter and Paul Parish by Father Christopher M. Zelonis, assisted by Deacon Joseph C. Wilhelm Jr., on Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7:45 a.m. and 10 a.m. Daily Masses are on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 8 a.m.

The Eucharist is exposed for personal prayer every Wednesday from noon to 9 p.m. We are particularly in need of adorers between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) is available on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., and 45 minutes before Masses on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. On the last weekend of the month, Father also hears Confessions immediately after Masses on those days.

Counseling, supplies

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Allentown is accepting appointments and walk-ins at the parish convent building every Thursday from 9 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Services include: individual, marriage, and family counseling; pregnancy and parenting support (counseling, material assistance such as diapers, wipes, baby items); and supportive services (case management, material assistance, emergency rental assistance, referrals). Contact Tom Miller at 610-653-9147 or tmiller@allentowndiocese.org.

Our parish Saint Vincent de Paul Society hosts “Vincent’s Closet” by appointment in our former convent building on 242 N. 3rd Street. The society offers clothing and toiletries for those in need, and seeks donations of the same. Call the Rectory for more information.

Fundraisers

Now through Monday, Nov. 28, order a quart of Italian wedding soup, stuffed pepper soup, or chicken pot pie soup, $8 each. Pick up during the Christmas Festival. Come to the Rectory Monday through Friday mornings, leave a voicemail, or complete a form to drop in the collection basket with cash or check. Preorders preferable.

The Christmas Festival will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The weekend includes a basket auction, homemade food, and bake sale.