Mass Intentions

Monday, May 19

      7:00 a.m.               Mother’s Day Intentions

      8:00 a.m.               Stanley W. Grzasko

Tuesday, May 20

      7:00 a.m.               Sydney & Elizabeth Renehan

      8:00 a.m.               Charles & Evelyn Young

Wednesday, May 21

      7:00 a.m.               Berenice Batterden

      8:00 a.m.               Elsie Jioio

Thursday, May 22

      7:00 a.m.               Charles Trageser

      8:00 a.m.               Frank Trichilo

Friday, May 23

      7:00 a.m.               Berenice Batterden

      8:00 a.m.               Peyton & Madaline Carr

Saturday, May 24

        8:00 a.m.               Maureen Mantione

        4:30 p.m.               Kathleen Smith Lucey

        6:30 p.m.               Int. of Geaten A. DeCesaris, Jr.

Sunday, May 25

      7:15 a.m.               Jean Moxley

      8:45 a.m.               John E. Runk, Sr.

    10:30 a.m.               Edward Majcharzak

    12:00 noon             Paul M. Koontz

      6:00 p.m.               Parishioners of St. John Parish

 

 

From the Pastor

    I want to thank our Pastoral Council for their prayers, leadership and support. As we celebrate our 150^th anniversary year, look forward to the dedication of our new church building this fall, (October 26 at 2 p.m.), and finally anticipate the closing of our capital campaign (hopefully this year), I am particularly grateful to our Council. The Council provides me with the consultation that is necessary for making decisions as well as the guidance that enables collaboration. I also want to thank the members who have completed their terms and have served our parish well. This weekend concludes the election process for the new Council. Please join me in thanking all of our candidates for their willingness to accept this important responsibility. I also want to thank those who serve on the Pastoral Council committees, their work, dedication and prayers are essential to the mission and ministry of our parish.

                May God bless you,

 

 

Liturgy & Worship

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – 2, 3, 4, & 5 p.m.; Mondays –1 & 2 a.m. and 1 & 7 p.m.; Tuesdays – 1, 3 & 7 a.m.; Wednesdays – 3 & 4 a.m.; Thursdays – 2 & 3 a.m.; Fridays – 3 a.m. & 4 p.m.; and Saturdays – 12,2,3 & 4 a.m. and 12,1,2,3,6,7,8, & 9 p.m. If you are willing to spend 1 hour or ½ hour each week with the Lord, please call the parish office with your name, phone number, day and time so that we may schedule you for adoration.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … May 19-25

Mon.:   Acts 14:5-18;   Ps 115:1-5,15-16;   Jn 14:21-26

Tues.:  Acts 14:19-28;   Ps 145:10-13,21;   Jn 14:27-31

Wed.:  Acts 15:1-6;   Ps 122:1-5;   Jn 15:1-8

Thurs.: Acts 15:7-21;   Ps 96:1-3,10;   Jn 15:9-11

Fri.:      Acts 15:22-31;   Ps 57:8-12;   Jn 15:12-17

Sat.:      Acts 16:1-10;   Ps 100:2,3,5;   Jn 15:18-21

Sun.:     Acts 10:25-26,34-35,44-18;   1 Jn 4:7-10;   Jn 15:9-17

 

SCRIPTURE STUDY ... Every Wednesday

Let us love one another as Christ has loved us by Himself for our sins. His love is to be revealed to all the word, as Peter himself taught. All are invited to the parish center at 7:15 p.m. to review, in advance, Sunday’s scripture.

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of May 11, 2003:

Envelopes:       $18,796.98                               Attendance:  3351

Loose:                   5,457.38                               Poor Box:   $1,566.51

TOTAL:         $24,254.36

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $23,100.00. Our current weekly average is $23,040.14. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    6,411,740.         Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,060,470.         Pledged to date:         6,411,740.

Balance:               $  1,351,270 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $    1,095,080.

 

Thank you to all parishioners who have made a pledge. Many more are needed. Memorial opportunities are still available. Please call the parish office to make, renew or extend your pledge.

 

PLEASE HELP US REACH OUR GOAL! Volunteers are needed for the remaining dates for our Capital Campaign Phone-A-Thon being held at the BB&T Bank headquarters on Main Street. Volunteers will make phone calls to parishioners requesting further support for the building of our new church. Join the fun while helping us to reach our goal! Upcoming dates are:

            ▪ Thursday, May 22             ▪ Wednesday, May 28

From 7:00–9:00 p.m. – scripts, and phone numbers will be provided! So will refreshments and fun! Call Colleen at 410-876-2248 ext. 218 with your name/phone number if you can join us.

 

School News

 

REMINDER: Kohl's gift cards and grocery certificates will be available before and after morning Masses. There is no additional cost to you and the school makes 5% of the total sales. Thank you for supporting this program–it is the school's biggest fundraiser!

 

 

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

RELIGIOUS ED CLOSING MASS … Tuesday, May 20

At 6:00 p.m. in the church. This is for all sessions.  

 

ST. JOHN VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL … June 16 - 20

From 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon, in the school building. Registration forms are at the doors of the church. 

 

THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STAFF would like to wish all the volunteers, students, and their families a blessed summer.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

During the month of May St. Vincent de Paul is asking for your help to assist us in supporting the Shepherd’s Staff Blessing Closet. Please bring in the following items: Most needed: Laundry detergent, disposable diapers, bath tissue, shampoo, deodorant, soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes. They also need: paper towels, napkins, tissues, all purpose cleaners, trash bags, feminine supplies, baby care items, light bulbs, liquid food supplements. These items will be delivered to Shepherds Staff to be distributed to needy families in the Westminster area.

 

activities in Our Parish

AND SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION EVENTS

 

It is hoped that all parishioners will join in the festivities at these events celebrating our parish and our new church.

 

PASTORAL COUNCIL ELECTIONS … May 17 and 18

All registered parishioners sixteen years of age and older are encouraged to vote in the Pastoral Council Elections. We ask you to prayerfully consider the following candidates: Ed Berman, John Bryan, John Cesare, Maria DeCesare, Denise Diegel, Peggy Rager, Paul Rock, and Janet Tenney. Information regarding the candidates is posted in the entry areas of the church. Ballots are located in the pews during all Masses this weekend. Completed ballots must be placed in the ballot boxes at the entry areas of the church prior to the conclusion of the 6:00 p.m. Mass on Sunday, May 18.

 

RCIA Neophytes: There will be an RCIA class for the class of 2003, on Sunday, May 18, immediately following the 8:45 a.m. Mass. It will be the last class before the graduation brunch.

 

KRISPY KREME DOUGHNUT SALES … Sunday, May 18

Pack 420 will sell glazed doughnuts outside the church after the Sunday morning Masses. $5/dozen and $3/half-dozen.

 

CATHOLIC HOME SCHOOL MEETING ...Thurs., May 22

At 7:30 p.m. in the parish center. All interested are invited to attend. For more information, call Dawn Walsh at 410-876-0250.

 

WISDOM CLUB MEETING … Thursday, May 22

In the hall of the Ascension Episcopal Church. Mass will be celebrated in the hall at 12:00 noon, followed by lunch and the meeting. The speaker will be Mr. John Coster, Permanent Deacon at St. John. Remember your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are always welcome.

RENEWAL of MARRIAGE VOWS ... Saturday, May 24

Couples married in May are invited to renew their marriage vows at the 4:30 p.m. Mass. If you wish to participate, please sign up in the Sunday Sacristy or call the parish office in advance of the weekend.

 

MARRIED COUPLE’S DATE NIGHT OUT … Sat., May 24

From 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the parish center.  

 

WISDOM CLUB to MIDWAY SLOTS …Thurs., June 5

We will leave St. John at 8:15 a.m. and return 5:45 p.m. The price is $18/person. Money is due May 22. Non-Members are welcome. For reservations or information, call Rosemary at 410-795-8491.

 

K. C. CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT … Friday, June 6

At The Links at Gettysburg. 1:30 p.m. Anyone interested should sign up now before the rates go up. Registration is $95/person until 5/3, and $105/person until 5/23. All proceeds go to St. John Youth Ministry. Many prizes, food & beverages. For information, call John at 410-848-3722 or Dean at 410-848-5579.

 

CATHOLIC MEN’S CONFERENCE … June 6 – 8

At Steubenville, Ohio. Men’s Fellowship Group will again attend this conference. For information, call Paul Forst at 410-857-3542.

 

ST. JOHN SCHOOL REUNION … Sunday, July 20

For all alumni. Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 followed by a tour of the school and reception at Martin’s, Westminster. Tickets required. Call Darlene at 410-876-7031.

 

PARISH FAMILY PICNIC … Saturday, August 9  

At the historic Shriver Homestead in Union Mills from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Bring your own picnic lunch or purchase a boxed lunch, sodas and snacks. Old-fashioned picnic with bingo, hayrides, contests, country bands and more. $2/person or $8/family. For more info, call Sue or Pat at 410-876-3745.

 

THREE MARYS MUSICAL … September 5, 6, 7, 12, 13

Three Marys is a musical presented by St. John Community Production at Winter’s Mill H.S. Needed: Teens and college-aged males interested in bit parts in the play; not a large time commitment. Please Jeanne at 410-876-3784 or 443-324-8487.

 

 

ST. THERESA…THE LITTLE FLOWER … Wed., October 1

At 7:30 in the gym. Cost is $4 per person.  Presented by Leonardo Defilippis. For more information, call the Religious Ed. Office.

 

DEDICATION MASS of the NEW CHURCH … Sun., Oct. 26

At 2:00 p.m. Mass will be celebrated by Cardinal Keeler with a reception following in the gym.

 

PARISH PILGRIMAGE to ITALY … November 7 – 17

We are full for the original plan of 45 people, HOWEVER, after speaking with the tour agency, they offered another option that would accept 20 more people IF the waiting list reached up to 20. Therefore, if you wish to join this exciting opportunity, there is still a LAST CHANCE effort. Please submit the application form and your deposit by May 16, 2003. For those who have already signed up, Fr. Leo will be submitting all applications and deposit checks this week. Contact Fr. Leo for any questions.

 

50^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK & VIDEO … November 2003

A book and video detailing the history of St. John parish is scheduled for release and will be available to all parishioners.

 

SESQUICENTENNIAL YEAR CLOSING MASS… Sat., Dec. 27

On the Feast Day of our patron Saint. At 6:30 p.m., celebrated by Bishop Malooly. A reception follows in the gym.

 

ALTAR SOCIETY of ST. JOHN – a group of parishioners dedicated to the care of the church’s appearance and cleanliness. Preparations are underway to form an Altar Society in our parish, as we plan for the move into our new church. Interested volunteers, men especially are needed. Please contact Pat Mueller at 410-876-2596 for more information.

 

ENGRAVED BRICK PAYERS Now on Sale! 4” x 8” ($75) 8” x 8” ($150). Order forms are available in the parish office. Proceeds will be used for the furnishing of the new church. Last date to order will be July 15. For info, contact Cathy at 410-848-4469.

 

HELP WITH MASS: We need a parishioner to organize the Altar Server schedule, once every 2 months. Access to a computer and printer, and some type of word processor program is necessary. Help the servers to help at Mass. Please contact Deacon Michael at the parish office, ext. 254.

 

NEW BEGINNINGS is held in the parish center on the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays each month from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. to provide separated or divorced people a forum to exchange experiences, ideas and opinions. For info, call Karen F. at 410-871-7247.

 

NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING NFP does not rely on artificial forms of contraception, which is physically and emotionally harmful, not always effective and potentially destructive to married life, communication, and the spouses’ understanding of physical love. Instead, NFP is a safe, healthy, natural and effective way to plan your family according to God’s will. For info, call Christine & Mike Wallace at 410-833-9287.

 

RAFFLE! Win a Pilgrimage to Rome: Tickets are now available to win an 11-day Pilgrimage to Rome, Assisi, Florence, Orvieto & Venice, from Nov. 7 – 17, 2003, with St. John parishioners–a $1,874 value. Winner must be 18 years of age or older (unless accompanied with a parent), with a U.S. Passport, and must be in good physical condition and able to walk without assistance. Tickets are available at the parish office from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 each, 3/$25 or 8/$50 proceeds benefit our Church Building Fund. The drawing will be held May 31, 2003 following the 4:30 p.m. Mass.

 

SESQUICENTENNIAL CERAMIC TILES depicting the history of each of the three St. John Churches will be available for sale in the parish office for $10 each. Please call for information.

 

MARRIED COUPLES NEEDED to share their love of marriage with those preparing for marriage. Limited time commitment–the program will run only twice a year. If you have been married 5 or more years and would like to become part of our team to offer insights to engaged couples, please contact Fr. Leo at the parish center.

SUMMER YOUTH CAMPS again being sponsored by St. John  School PTF. Flyers are in the back of the church.

 

In our Community

CATHOLIC CHARITIES BASKET BINGO … Sat., May 31

At West Middle School. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Bingo begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Sponsored by Catholic Charities Head Start of Carroll County. For more information, call 410-871-2450 or 410-876-8503.

 

LAX SUMMER LEAGUE IN CARROLL COUNTY: Girls and Boys 7 – 14 Learn new skills, have fun and become a better lacrosse player this summer. Registration fee is $45 per player. For information, call Beth Nave a t 410-857-9363.

 

EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT and Community Outreach of Carroll Lutheran Village presents “Coming to Grips with Changing Needs with Aging” Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Krug Chapel Auditorium. For information, call 410-848-0030.

 

CARROLL TRANSIT SYSTEM will provide a bus for those who need transportation to area Sunday church services on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays each month. Cost is $2 per person each way (within a 5 miles radius). Call 410-875-5555 by Thursday prior.

 

PREGNANT & NEED HELP? A 24-hour hotline is available at 1-800-521-5530. Pregnancy Centers located in Westminster, Taneytown and Reisterstown offer free and confidential help: counseling, medical, financial, housing, clothing, education, adoption. Volunteers also needed.

 

CLEANING OUT YOUR CLOSETS? Residents Attacking Drugs (RAD) is in need of donations of jeans, flannel shirts and stockings for their annual Fall Scarecrow booth. For more information, please call Nancy Thomas at 410-840-0447.

 

Vocations

“CONVENT HOPPING” … Saturday, May 31

A group of young women (8^th grade and up) is going to Baltimore to visit several Women’s Religious Communities. See how some Catholic women have chosen to give their lives totally to God. Contact Deacon Michael at the parish office (ext. 254). 

 

CHALICE PROGRAM: Where Families interested in praying for vocations by having the Chalice in their home for a week should call the parish office to give your name.

 

At Other Parishes

HEALING MASS at St. Joseph, Sykesville … Wed., May 21

At 7:30 p.m. For info, contact Fr. Tonry at 410-795-7838.

 

ADULT SUMMER RETREATS at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary:

·   June 13-15: Fr. James M. Donohue, “Mark, Matthew, & John: Faith and Forgiveness and Compassion.

·   June 20-22: Father Salvatore Lamendola, “Walking With God.”

·   July 11-13: Father John J. Lombardi, “Adoration and Liberation; Loving God and Neighbor in Today’s World.”

 

For more info or to register, contact Susie Nield at 301-447-5017.

LADIES ANCIENT ORDER of HIBERNIANS: If you are Irish by birth or descent and would like to share in your heritage and Catholic Faith with other women, join the LAOH. For more information, contact Kathleen Webster at 410-453-9731.

 

From the Archdiocese

SECRETARIAL POSITION – 18 hours/week position for person with excellent people and organizational skills to work with Pastoral Associates for Family Life, Small Christian Communities, and Christian Service. Excellent knowledge of office procedures and machines, and must demonstrated computer skills (Windows operation system and Microsoft products). Start June 2. Please send resume to: Denise O’Connor, PAFLM/OPC, St. Joseph Catholic Community, 915 Liberty Road, Eldersburg, MD 21784 by May 23.

 

MARRIAGE – A VOCATION TO HOLINESS: Married couples experiencing some difficulties in the marriage, but willing to put their best effort into living their vows, are encouraged to participate in a retreat called “Retrouvaille” on May 30 – June 1, To receive more information, please call 410-647-0350.

 

Reminders

THE DEADLINE for BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS is 12:00 noon on the Monday before the designated weekend. All announcements are requested in writing. You may submit bulletin notices via e-mail to bulletin@sjwest.org. Thank you.