Mass Intentions

Monday, September 15

      7:00 a.m.               Mary Picco

      8:00 a.m.               Jim Mc Namara

Tuesday, September 16

      7:00 a.m.               Bill Hering

      8:00 a.m.               Maura Bernard DiPinto

Wednesday, September 17

      7:00 a.m.               Mary Yuhas

      8:00 a.m.               Maureen Brothers

Thursday, September 18

      7:00 a.m.               Victor Guerrieri

      8:00 a.m.               Joan Raffensberger

Friday, September 19        

      7:00 a.m.               Jerry Paluso

      8:00 a.m.               Peyton & Madaline Carr

Saturday, September 20

        8:00 a.m.               Bud Beatty

        4:30 p.m.               Frank Puleo

      6:30 p.m.              

Sunday, September 21

      7:15 a.m.               Parishioners of St. John Parish

      8:45 a.m.               Charles & Evelyn Young

    10:30 a.m.               Natalie Saldana-Chevez

    12:00 noon             Rose Espisito

      6:00 p.m.               John Kula

 

From the Pastor

    Congratulations and thank you to the cast, crew, producers, writers, musicians and directors of THREE MARYS. Not only a wonderful and creative musical, showcasing the talent and dedication of our parishioners, but also a celebration of faith. The THREE MARYS was an ecumenical event with members of eleven churches in the Westminster community participating. I invite you to join me in expressing heartfelt appreciation for this outstanding experience. I am particularly grateful for the youth who worked an average of 115 service hours for rehearsals and stage and costume preparations.

    As our community came together for an ecumenical prayer service at the Westminster Church of God on September 11^th, let us continue to pray for peace, an end to terrorism and healing for our nation and for the world.

 

                May God bless you,

               

 

 

A NOTE REGARDING ST. JOHN TRAVEL BASKETBALL: This season begins a new direction for the Boys and Girls Parish Travel Basketball teams. St. John will be entering into competition in the CYO basketball leagues within the Archdiocese, and will be represented in the CYO leagues by boys and girls travel teams in the 4-8^th grades. I am very excited about this new opportunity for our parish youth to become involved in the area Catholic Youth Organization. Should you be interested in volunteering or if you need additional information, please contact Lisa Hurley at 410-875-0376 or email lwhurley@hurleyir.com. An information meeting will be held in the gym on September 22 at 6:15 p.m. for those interested in learning more about this program. 

Liturgy & Worship

We invite you to participate in a regular weekend Mass that will include the Sacrament of the Sick – an anointing with Holy and Healing Oils, on Saturday, October 11^th at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 12^th at 12:00 noon. Those who are encouraged to participate are those (of any age) who suffer from any type of illness, such as emotional, mental, and physical illness. Please note this Sacrament is NOT to be confused with “Last Rites.” Although the prayers are the same, the intention of this Sacrament is one of healing in body, mind and soul. For more information or to arrange transportation, call Sr. Bernadette at the parish office.

 

PERPETUAL ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT:  We need your help with the following hours: Sundays – 2, 10, & 11 a.m. and 3, 4, 5 & 6 p.m.; Mondays –1, 2, 7 a.m.; Tuesdays – 1, 3 a.m.; Wednesdays – 1, 2, 3 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Thursdays – 2 & 3 a.m.; Fridays – 1, 2, 3, & 9 a.m., and 12 & 1 p.m.; and Saturdays – 1, 2, 3, & 4 a.m. and 12, 1, 2, 3, 6, 8 & 9 p.m. Please call the parish office if you can fill one hour.

 

We Pray …

BAPTISMS... Congratulations and welcome to the following children recently baptized at St. John Church: Justin Taylor Duttera, son of Brian & Anna Duttera; Noah Christopher Roche, son of Brian & Laura Roche; Raeghan Marie Griffin, daughter of James & Bridget Griffin; and Riley Ann Morano, daughter of Robert & Rhonda Morano.

 

WE PRAY for the REPOSE of Iola Raab and for her family and friends.

 

FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR THIS WEEKEND are in memory of Charles and Evelyn Young, donated by the family.

 

MASS INTENTIONS are of such high volume that it occasionally becomes necessary to send them to missions who can respond to them in a timely fashion. The following intentions have recently been sent. Elizabeth Goerke, Ron Frederick, Int. of Robert Serio, Carlo Pepe, Norris Matthews, Beraldine Cross, Catherine Harvey, Mary D’Anthony, Elizabeth Long, Larry & Mark Almony, Marie Hamburg, Theresa DeNucci, Leon Tomlin, Jorge Sanchez, John Hess, Mary Dorothea Plitt, Donald Cornely, Phillip Ley, John Flahaven, Antoinette Marie Kaskiel Rowe, Int. of Anne Miller, Marjorie Moss, Sister Benita Nolan, Charles McFadden, Frank Puleo, Eleanor Kaminsky, Peter Foley, Willard Bland, Nellie Galley Benhoff, James D. Eikenberg, Michael Leaven, Lena Stotler, Byrd Keiter, Int. of Eileen Bowman, and Frank Roscoe.

 

Liturgy of the Word

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS … September 15-21

Mon.:   1 Tm 2:1-8;   Ps 28:2,7-9;   Jn 19:25-27

Tues.:  1 Tm 3:1-13;   Ps 101:1-3,5-6;   Lk 7:11-17

Wed.:  1 Tm 3:14-16;   Ps 111:1-6;  Lk 7:31-35

Thurs.: 1 Tm 4:12-16;   Ps 111:7-10;   Lk 7:36-50

Fri.:      1 Tm 6:2-12;   Ps 49:6-10,17-20;   Lk 8:1-3

Sat.:      1 Tm 6:13-16;   Ps 100:2-5;   Lk 8:4-15

Sun.:     Wis 2:12,17-20;  Ps 54:3-4,5,6-8;  Jas 3:16-4:3;  Mk 9:30-37

 

BIBLE STUDY NEWS: The Gospel of John Join us for the study of the Gospel of John beginning the second week of September. The study will run for the Fall and Spring sessions. Registration forms are at the door of the Church. For more information, contact Beverly Backof at 410-876-6275 or bbackof@hotmail.com.

 

Stewardship

WEEKLY OFFERING: Weekend of September 7, 2003:

Envelopes:       $19,078.41                               Attendance:  3537

Loose:                   4,637.19                               Poor Box:   $1,965.10

TOTAL:         $23,715.60

 

This year’s budget is based on a weekly offering of $24,500.00. Our current weekly average is $22,928.49. Thank you.

 

VISION 2003 CAMPAIGN UPDATE:

Total Pledged:    $    6,814,672          Goal:                       $    8,056,600.  

Paid to Date:             5,398,864          Pledged to date:         6,814,672.

Balance:               $  1,415,808 Interest Earned:                         549,780.

                                                              Pledges needed:   $       692,148.

 

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.

 

School News

 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES are available each school morning in front of the school and in the school office during the day.

 

GIFT WRAP FUNDRAISER …  Now through September 17

The school earned over $12,000 last year. The PTF thank all those who participate in supporting our parish school. For sale information, contact Krista Kniesler at 410-346-6541.

 

Religious Ed./Youth Activities

Religious Education Office: (410) 848-8443

 

THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE HOURS for the new school year are: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

 

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS ARE HERE! The Religious Education Office will be selling Entertainment Books again this year. The books are $26 and may be purchased at the Religious Education Office. For info, call Linda in the Rel Ed. Office.

 

 

FALL KICK-OFF … Sunday, September 14

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. This is a surprise but we can tell you that it will include a four-course meal and a very cool drama of some sort! Bring your friends and join in a night of games, food and fun!

 

 

 

 

 

FALL KICK-OFF … Sunday, September 14

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. bring a friend and join in a night of cool games, food and fun! All new 7^th graders are welcome.

 

FOUR SEASONS NIGHT … Friday, September 26

From 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. A 90-foot obstacle course with a rock climb and slide, indoor sports fields, a roller-hockey field, pizza and a drink for $10. Deadline to register is September 19^th. For information, email Andrea Brown at abrown@sjwest.org.

 

 

ICE CREAM SOCIAL … Friday, September 19

From 7 – 9 p.m. in the school cafeteria. Open to all 5^th & 6^th graders. Come join the fun, meet some new friends and have a great time. Parent help is needed.

 

Outreach

* THE ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY *

Please continue to help minister to the poor in Carroll County by remembering that next Sunday, the third weekend of the month, we observe Food Sunday. Please bring your donations of non-perishable food to church and place in the white buckets by the door. We especially need donations of canned meats, stews, spaghetti sauce, canned pasta meals, jelly, powdered milk, canned fruit and bottled juices. We also need paper goods, such as toilet tissue, baby diapers, paper towels, etc. Thank you so much for your continued help and generosity!

 

activities in Our Parish

AND SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION EVENTS

 

TASTE OF ITALY GET-TOGETHER  … September 14

At 12:00 noon at Mediteranneo Restaurant, all registered pilgrims for the upcoming Pilgrimage to Italy should attend this final information session. A donation of $10 is requested for an authentic Italian lunch. Participants should have their full payment to NAWAS international by Monday, September 15^th. Should you have further questions, please call Fr Leo at the parish center.   

 

KNIGHTS of COLUMBUS SOCIAL … Tues., September 16

At the ARC of Carroll County. We will pray the rosary at 7:30 p.m. followed by our guest speaker at 8:00 p.m., Commissioner Dean Minnich who will address the struggles of growth control in the county. For information, call Dean at 410-848-5579.

 

CYO TRAVEL BOYS/GIRLS MEETING … Mon., Sept. 22

At 6:15 p.m. in the gym for those interested learning more about this program. 

 

WISDOM CLUB MEETING … Thursday, September 25

In the hall of the Ascension Episcopal Church. Mass will be celebrated in the hall at 12 noon, followed by our luncheon and meeting. Bingo will follow! Flyers will be circulated regarding our “$$ No Bake Cake Sale $$.” Bring your brown bag lunch, dessert and beverage will be provided. New members are always welcome! For more information, call Eleanor at 410-876-3336.

 

DEDICATION COMMITTEE MEETING … Thurs., Sept. 25

At 7:30 in the parish center. Members, please bring your reports.  

 

FRASATTI SOCIETY MOVIE NIGHT … Sat., September 27

Calling all Young Adults! We will meet outside the parish center at 6:00 p.m. and will decide which movie to see then. Come join us. For more information, call Sandy at 410-857-3571.

 

ST. JOHN TIME CAPSULE … Sunday, September 28

Immediately after the 12 noon Mass. Please come join us in sealing the time capsule and be a part of history. For information, contact Teresa Richardson at 410-840-4265.

 

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.

 

WISDOM CLUB RETREAT … Thursday, October 9

From 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Bon Secours Retreat House in Mariottsville. Members will meet for a day of prayer, meditation and reflection. Father Leo will be our moderator. The price is $20 and includes lunch. Transportation is by private automobile. Non-members are welcome. For more info, call Irene at 410-848-0489.

 

WISDOM CLUB 25^th ANNIVERSARY … Thurs., October 23

This is a reminder of the celebration  festivities to come. Watch the bulletin for more information on this event.

 

DEDICATION MASS … Sunday, October 26

At 2:00 p.m. Parishioners who received a postcard for tickets are asked to pick them up after all Masses this weekend, or in the parish office Monday, September 15 or Tuesday, September 16 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

 

WOMEN’S BREAKFAST … Sunday, November 2

Being held at the Best Western, featuring Life on the Rock’s Robyn Bobak speaking on “The Genius of Women.” For more information, contact Mary Margaret Frederick at 410-840-9759.

 

LES MISERABLES … Saturday, April 17

The date is set! The price of each ticket is $73.00, which includes the bus. Tickets are limited. Money is due by December 1^st.  Make checks payable to St. John Church and drop off at the Parish Office. For more info, call Mary Masimore at 410-857-0526.

 

SESQUICENTENNIAL YEAR CLOSING MASS… Sat., Dec. 27

On the Feast Day of our patron Saint. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Malooly at 6:30 p.m. A reception will follow in the gym.

 

ALUMNI WINE GLASSES – Bears the satin etched images of the new school logo and the date of the 1^st Alumni Reunion. The cost is $5.00. Call, Darlene at 410-876-7031.

 

150^th ANNIVERSARY KEEPSAKES AVAILABLE to benefit our Church Building Fund! ■ The Wine Glass bears a satin-etched image of our Sesquicentennial logo, showing our parish mission, “Come to the Table of the Lord,” Cost is $5. ■ The 6” square Ceramic Tile shows a gold metallic representation of our Sesquicentennial logo and detailed images of the three churches. Cost is $10. Both may be purchased in the parish office, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, while supplies last.

150^th ANNIVERSARY BOOK & VIDEO … November 2003

The BOOK—Our History~Our Legacy is a 100-page, hard-cover volume detailing the 150-year history of our parish until the time the book must be forwarded to the publisher in September. It is an easy reading coffee table book including an abundance of historical photos, and will be due for release in late November—perfect for Christmas gift giving. The VIDEO (VHS and DVD)—Upon This Rock is a professionally produced, 1-hour documentary telling the story of the building our new church. It is filled with interviews and historical flashbacks that help put our 150 years in perspective. Cost per book is $20. Cost per video is $15. Save by purchasing the set for $30. Order forms are available in the parish office. Deadline for prepaid orders is Sept. 28. Order now to guarantee your copies. All proceeds benefit the Building Fund. To make ordering arrangements or for information, call Sue Ripper at 876-3472, Wendy Hoff at 840-9231, or the parish office x217.

 

BASKET BOUTIQUE is looking for businesses or individuals interested in sponsoring a Longaberger Baskets(s) to be raffled off at the Christmas Bazaar this year. For information, please contact Kathy Rhoten at 410-876-8116.

 

JOIN CUB SCOUTS! It is never to late to join Cub Scouting. Boys in grades 1 – 4 are invited to join the fun. Dens meet on Monday evenings at St. John during the school year and have a full year of scouting. St. John students may register new Cubs on September 22 at the Back-to-School Night. All other boys should contact Cubmaster David Corbin at 410-876-2703 for more details.

 

CURSILLO WEEKEND RETREATS Fr. Leo is the spiritual director for this movement and he invites you to grow in discipleship by coming to a weekend experience. The Men’s weekend is on Oct. 9-12, and the Women’s is on Oct. 16-19. For more info, contact Fr. Leo at the parish or Sue Wenzlick at 410-850-5680.

 

K of C 34^th ANNUAL CAR RAFFLE: Please help the Knights who have supported our State Councils Scholarship Fund, the ARC of Carroll County, St. John Church Building Fund, Life Teen, and other programs in the parish and local communities including the Christmas Bazaar, Pancake Breakfasts, Adopt-a- Highway Program, Teacher of the year award, September Song, and flowers on Mother’s Day. Tickets will be on sale after all Masses on Sept. 20^th and 21^st. If interested in helping or for more info on our Council, please call John Bogdan at 410-871-0910.

 

JUNIOR LEGION OF MARY … Friday afternoon

At 3:15 p.m. in the parish center. Children will pray the rosary and hear spiritual readings to help them grow closer to Jesus and Mary. For information, call Patty Spaar at 410-861-8510.

 

“THE MARKET PLACE” is accepting saleable household goods, small furniture, small kitchen appliances, toys, games, pictures, and yard sale items. Beginning September 16 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the new-wing school basement. For daytime drop-off, call Al Wilder at 410-596-3608. Volunteers welcome to sort & price items. Student Community Service Hours are approved. For information, call Regina Sell at 410-876-6170

 

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.

 

PRISON MINISTRY at ST. JOHN is in need of Catholics willing to share God's love, hope and forgiveness with those in need in our Carroll County Detention Center. For more information, please call Debbie Loveland at 410-876-9249.

 

ST. JOHN SPONSORED LOAVES & FISHES Soup Kitchen at Ascension Episcopal Church is updating schedules and listings for the period of October 1 through March 31, 2004. If you will not be participating, please call Mike Radov at 410-857-9528. Anyone interested in participating, please call for more information. Please Note: The Soup Kitchen will gladly accept any of your excess summer garden vegetables. Call Irene at 410-848-0489 for details.

 

TOGETHER we can MAKE IT is an 8-10 week support group for those recently separated or divorced with a limited number of participants. The next session will begin Monday, September 8^th and continue for 10 weeks ending Monday, November 10^th. For Information, call Karen at 410-871-7247 or 410-857-1010. 

 

Reminders

YOU MAY SUBMIT BULLETIN NOTICES via e-mail at bulletin@sjwest.org, or call the parish office for other options.